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Development Associate
PRINCETON, NJ
McCarter Theatre Center
Full Time
Posted February 03, 2023
The Development Associate is a key member of McCarter’s Development Department, providing administrative support for both individual and institutional giving. This position is an integral role to the administrative success of McCarter’s Development team, as a leading arts non-profit, and will interact and collaborate with several other departments regularly.
Duties and Responsibilities
Principal Job Responsibilities• Manage the department calendar for the Annual Fund and other campaigns.
• Oversee daily gift entry for contributions received
• Generate acknowledgement letters for gifts ranging from $25.00 - $2,999.00.
• Generate fundraising reports and lists/extractions as needed.
• Create and coordinate routine mailings and solicitations.
• Coordinate with Director of Patron Experience to develop outbound calling lists.
• Assist with preparations for all donor events including the Annual Gala, Opening Nights, Member Lounge Nights, and other special activities.
• Be present for many donor events to assist with check-in and to perform other functions.
• Assist with individual, foundation and corporation research as needed.
• Take and distribute meeting minutes for occasional Development meetings.
• Attend all Development training sessions required by the Director of Development, as well as institutionally required professional development opportunities.
• Maintain consistent awareness of institutional events, meetings, and other information via company email and other modes of communication.
• Adhere to safe working practices and follow all McCarter safety and code of conduct policies
• Initiate a positive experience while communicating with a diverse donor base, leading with McCarter’s Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility (EDIA), and Antiracism informed values and practices for both staff and community members.
• Participate in the work to make McCarter an antiracist theater. Actively seek ways to improve our work practices to make the Development Department and McCarter as a whole more Equitable and Inclusive
These job responsibilities may not include all assigned duties or aspects of the job described.
and may be amended by McCarter at any time as needs and demands evolve.
Requirements
Qualifications• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree and/or relevant administrative experience in non-profit fundraising.
• Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Zoom video conferencing, etc.)
• CRM/fundraising database knowledge preferred; Tessitura experience strongly preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and writing.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and identify priorities with ease.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Passion for the performing arts.
• Good sense of humor and a team player.
• Flexibility to work several nights and weekends as assigned.
• Ability to work in an on-site/off-site hybrid environment
• Strong EDIA and antiracism critical consciousness or curiosity and willingness to grow in these areas
• Final candidates must successfully complete a background check
• Start date is contingent upon providing proof of having received a primary series vaccination against COVID-19; subsequent boosters are strongly encouraged, though not required.
How To Apply
We encourage all candidates to apply, even if they do not currently meet all qualifications. We know there are great candidates who may not have all of the qualifications listed above, but possess intuitive knowledge or other fully transferable skills. If that is you, don’t hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself. McCarter is committed to on the job training and mentorship. We also encourage candidates who do not live within commuting distance to apply. We are eager to tell you about the area, which includes many communities and towns outside of Princeton.
If you are interested in supporting McCarter’s vision, we would love to hear from you.
Please email jobs@mccarter.org with your name and “Development Associate” in the subject line. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three (3) references. Do also mention where you heard about the position. We look forward to learning more about you!
McCarter Theatre Center is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in the application and hiring process for individuals with disabilities if needed and requested. To request disability accommodation, please contact (609) 258-6500 and connect with Human Resources.
Email: jobs@mccarter.org
