The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Senior Major Gifts Officer, Washington National Opera
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Major Gifts Officer, Washington National Opera
Washington National Opera (WNO) is adding two Senior Major Gifts Officer positions to its fundraising team. The role reports to WNO’s Director of Major Gifts and works closely with the Kennedy Center Development team.
Location: Washington, DC (will be required to work on‑site and be willing to relocate to the DMV area).
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and grow a sizeable portfolio of major‑gifts level donors and prospects.
Identify, research, and cultivate prospective major donors, developing long‑range plans for increased financial commitment.
Determine the most effective solicitor for each asking opportunity, producing solicitation outlines and support materials.
Contribute to annual and special‑campaign fundraising goals and long‑range planning, collaborating with WNO Leadership and the Major Gifts team.
Support planning and execution of WNO’s annual gala, and cultivate events throughout the year.
Ensure timely acknowledgment of donor contributions and maintain clear, accurate records in the CRM system.
Collaborate with the Major Gifts team to improve donor history and record‑keeping.
Other duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum 5 years of development experience, including successful management of a major‑gifts portfolio.
Experience working with Boards and in a team with shared goals.
Knowledge of broad fundraising principles, standard accounting procedures, prospect research, and board governance.
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to converse persuasively.
Self‑motivated, creative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial; capable of working without close supervision.
Experience with Tessitura and/or other CRM systems.
Willingness to collaborate across a matrixed organization to achieve shared goals.
Interest in music, opera, and the arts is helpful.
Local to the DMV area or willing to relocate; relocation assistance not provided.
Willingness to work on‑site and during evenings, weekends, and performance seasons.
Benefits
Staff discount tickets.
Retirement plan with organization matching after 1 year of employment.
Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Commuter programs including pre‑tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits.
Annual, sick, and personal leave; 11 paid holidays per year.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA.
Compensation Projected salary range: $120,000–$135,000, commensurate with experience; base pay determined by skill set and responsibilities.
The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by law.
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Location: Washington, DC (will be required to work on‑site and be willing to relocate to the DMV area).
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and grow a sizeable portfolio of major‑gifts level donors and prospects.
Identify, research, and cultivate prospective major donors, developing long‑range plans for increased financial commitment.
Determine the most effective solicitor for each asking opportunity, producing solicitation outlines and support materials.
Contribute to annual and special‑campaign fundraising goals and long‑range planning, collaborating with WNO Leadership and the Major Gifts team.
Support planning and execution of WNO’s annual gala, and cultivate events throughout the year.
Ensure timely acknowledgment of donor contributions and maintain clear, accurate records in the CRM system.
Collaborate with the Major Gifts team to improve donor history and record‑keeping.
Other duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum 5 years of development experience, including successful management of a major‑gifts portfolio.
Experience working with Boards and in a team with shared goals.
Knowledge of broad fundraising principles, standard accounting procedures, prospect research, and board governance.
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to converse persuasively.
Self‑motivated, creative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial; capable of working without close supervision.
Experience with Tessitura and/or other CRM systems.
Willingness to collaborate across a matrixed organization to achieve shared goals.
Interest in music, opera, and the arts is helpful.
Local to the DMV area or willing to relocate; relocation assistance not provided.
Willingness to work on‑site and during evenings, weekends, and performance seasons.
Benefits
Staff discount tickets.
Retirement plan with organization matching after 1 year of employment.
Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Commuter programs including pre‑tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits.
Annual, sick, and personal leave; 11 paid holidays per year.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA.
Compensation Projected salary range: $120,000–$135,000, commensurate with experience; base pay determined by skill set and responsibilities.
The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by law.
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