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Director of Advancement

3 months ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States National Children's Museum Full time

The National Children's Museum is a world-class museum that aims
to spark the imagination and encourage children to dream. National
Children's Museum celebrates the joy of childhood through science,
technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) exhibits and
programs.

As Director of Advancement, reporting to the President + CEO,
you will be a critical member of the Museum's leadership team. You
will help build and lead a vibrant and sustainable contributed
revenue program and oversee the Museum's membership program. This
position is ideal for a candidate who can zoom between the big
picture and small details, gets energy from being in the community
and making connections, is a strong communicator and storyteller,
and enjoys rolling up their sleeves to make their mark.

What you'll do:
Lead the cultivation and solicitation
strategy efforts for philanthropic support, driving fundraising
initiatives forward with passion and purpose.
Develop and maintain a portfolio of
donors and prospects, and solicit and secure support from
individuals, corporations, foundations and government
sources.
Collaborate closely with the CEO and
leadership team to shape the museum's financial future.
Develop and execute multi-year
strategies to increase private support, with particular emphasis on
building an annual fund, leveraging previous experience in
fundraising.
Serve as Advancement team lead,
providing support and guidance to team members and embrace an
inclusive and empowering leadership style, fostering a culture of
joy and inspiration within the team.
Demonstrate a commitment to
cultivating a diverse team that reflects the dynamic communities
served by the museum.
Be a primary spokesperson for the
Museum and utilize strong communication and interpersonal skills to
effectively engage donors and stakeholders.
Balance multiple responsibilities and
projects, ensuring efficient and effective fundraising
operations.
Showcase a deep passion for the
museum's mission and a genuine interest in the education and
development of young people.
Enhance a comprehensive membership
program ensuring sustained revenue, through renewal rates and new
membership.
Collaborate with Exhibits, Education,
and Experience team to maximize fundraising opportunities, steward
donors, and create compelling cases for support.
Staff the Board Advancement Committee
and manage various external Advisory Councils as needed.
Prepare fundraising budget
projections, and board reports quarterly and as requested.

What we believe are important experiences and traits for
this role:
Minimum of 10 years of fundraising
experience, preferably in the Washington, DC region.
Bachelor's degree required;
preference for candidates with a Master's degree or Certified Fund
Raising Executive certification.
Previous experience in growing
philanthropic support, ideally within a cultural institution.
Demonstrable knowledge and interest
in the education and development of young learners.
Proven track record in creating and
executing multi-year strategies to increase private support.
Successful track record securing
seven-figure gifts.
Comprehensive experience with capital
campaigns is a plus.
Familiarity with planned giving
strategies is a plus.
Inclusive and empowering leadership
style, with a passion for cultivating a team and providing
inspirational leadership.
Strong communication and
interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage donors and
stakeholders effectively.
Team player who values a
collaborative and fast-paced working environment;
Passion for the mission of National
Children's Museum;
Values kindness and supporting
colleagues professionally.

Hours and Location:

Full time, Monday through Friday from 9am - 5pm. Must be
available to work onsite four days per week, with remote
opportunity one day per week. Requires flexibility for occasional
weekend work to support special initiatives and Museum events.
Position is located at National Children's Museum Administrative
Offices at 1275 Pennsylvania Ave NW, with frequent travel to the
Museum at 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW.

Pay Rate and Benefits:

125, ,000 per year, commensurate with experience and
skill set. This position is eligible for benefits, including health
insurance.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover
letter to with the subject
line: Director of Advancement.

What we value:

Our mission is to inspire children to care about and change the
world. The Museum is an innovative institution that sparks
curiosity and wonder and a space where all children feel valued. In
order to do this well, we need a team that reflects the dynamic and
diverse communities that we serve and brings a variety of
perspectives, abilities, and skills. We embrace that this work is
critical to our mission and never finished. The more inclusive we
are, the stronger our Museum.