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Arts for LA

Director of Foundation, Government and Corporate Relations

Arts for LA, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Director of Foundation, Government and Corporate Relations Center Theatre Group seeks a Director of Foundation, Government and Corporate Relations to serve as a leader on the company’s Institutional Advancement team. Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, this position will be responsible for creating the strategy and managing and executing day‑to‑day tactics to maximize support from private foundations, government agencies and the corporate sector, including 1) overseeing all foundation, government and corporate funding opportunities, 2) managing a personal portfolio of top institutional donors and prospects, and 3) supervising a Corporate Relations Manager and an Institutional Grants Manager.

Primary Responsibilities

Directs strategy to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward institutional (Foundation, Government and Corporate) funders to meet and/or exceed annual fundraising goals of over $2M in support of the annual fund and a special campaign.

Oversees all grant and fundraising activity for existing and prospective institutional funders, ensuring the accurate and timely submission of all letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports.

Collaborates with colleagues in the Executive Office to develop and manage a strategy for strengthening relationships with elected officials and government agencies, including staffing CTG’s Civic Task Force.

Manages a personal portfolio of top current and prospective institutional funders.

Supervises a Corporate Relations Officer and provides direction on corporate giving strategy, including Corporate Circle, corporate sponsorships and deepening support from the corporate sector.

Supervises and mentors a Grants Manager to achieve success in calendar management, writing grants, proofreading, editing, data collection, and administrative tasks.

Works with the Advancement Operations team to oversee institutional income and expense budgets, as well as giving plans in Tessitura.

With the Director of Development, helps to lead the Education & Community Partnerships board committee, which is focused on securing philanthropic funding for E&CP programs.

Collaborates and works closely with the CTG leadership and executive teams including Managing Director and CEO, Artistic Director, board members, senior management, Education & Community Partnership board committee and other program staff to think strategically about identifying funding opportunities for advancing major institutional projects.

Demonstrates an ongoing commitment to access, belonging and a positive workplace culture.

Attends and works special events throughout the season including opening nights, special performances, and other donor events.

Other duties or projects as assigned.

CTG provides a dynamic working environment in which duties and responsibilities may change. Employees are expected to be flexible and responsive to changes in the scope of their duties.

Qualifications A minimum of 10 years’ institutional giving and management experience with proven fundraising success at cultural organizations with annual budgets over $10 million is required. Fundraising for performing arts a plus. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and database systems such as Tessitura. Seasoned strategic thinker, adept manager, attention to detail, outstanding writing and proofreading skills, and an ability to prepare budget information for proposals and reports are essential. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, personable, and have an interest in theatre.

Minimum Requirements

Ability to sit, type and work at a computer for extended periods of time.

Ability to lift, carry 10 pounds.

Willingness and ability to work 40 hours per week. Flexibility to work more hours as needed.

All employees are required to pass a background check.

CTG cares deeply about employee health and safety. We strongly recommend that all employees remain current with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.

Compensation CTG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including retirement plan options, escalating paid vacation, sick, personal days and holidays, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program.

Center Theatre Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, color, ancestry, disability, age, national origin, pregnancy, veteran/military status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law. CTG will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Salary 120,000.40 – 130,000.00, annually

Benefits

Medical and Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD&D

Aflac

401(k) – Retirement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Education Requirements Associates Degree

Deadline to Apply December 23, 2025

Documents Required to Apply Resume, cover letter

How to Apply Submit your resume and cover letter to ctgjobs@centertheatregroup.org for consideration. Ensure your documents are up to date and clearly outline your relevant experience and qualifications. Once received, the Hiring Team will review your materials and contact you if your background aligns with the requirements of the position.

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