Leadership Gifts Associate

13 hours ago

San Francisco, California, United States Sfopera Full time

LEADERSHIP GIFTS ASSOCIATE

(Full-time, Non-Exempt)

PURPOSE:  To perform tasks in support of all Leadership–level fundraising initiatives as directed. 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (preferred) or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum two (2) years of related work experience, preferably in Development.
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of fundraising and prospect research.
  • Knowledge of business writing.
  • Knowledge of opera/performing arts preferred.
  • Demonstrated successful track record of task management.
  • Understanding of basic principles of sales techniques and customer service.
  • Ability to perform tasks accurately, with great attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; database skills desirable.
  • Proficiency in Tessitura revenue management system highly preferred.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully.
  • Comfortable working with volunteer leaders and Board committee members.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills including the ability to interact with artists, staff, the public, and volunteers in a professional, confidential and tactful manner.
  • Ability to communicate logically, consistently and persuasively, both orally and in writing.

ESSENTIAL JOB   FUNCTIONS:

  • Coordinates   ongoing stewardship and cultivation strategies for the Leadership Gifts team.
  • Serves as primary Development   Staff liaison with General Director's office and Board President's office in   stewardship and cultivation strategies, including timely processing of acknowledgment   letters and scheduling of cultivation/stewardship meetings.
  •   Using   Tessitura and Excel (or other software as necessary), tracks progress on key   aspects of the department's Leadership-level fundraising initiatives and   strategies, including designated fund initiatives such as Camerata.
  • Provides   administrative and clerical support to the Director of Leadership Gifts and   Leadership Gifts Officers as needed.
  • Oversees donor   sponsor credits for all marketing and communication collateral.
  • Coordinates and   ensures timely recognition of gifts for donors in Leadership portfolios.
  •   Coordinates   the writing of Leadership-related materials, such as correspondences and sponsor   spotlights.
  • Assists Director   of Leadership Gifts, Leadership Gifts Officers, and Prospect Research Manager   with planning, managing and executing special strategies and projects.

SECONDARY   FUNCTIONS:

  • Assists   stewardship, events and hospitality staff as directed for Leadership-related   functions.
  • Manages   Leadership-level donor cultivation opportunities with production, media and   rehearsal teams.
  • Manages other   donor analysis projects as assigned.
  • Provides excellent   patron relations services and directs patrons as appropriate for donors in   Leadership portfolios.
  • Maintains   development records and files as appropriate as well as archiving action   plans and team strategies.
  •   Performs   other job-related duties as assigned.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

E-mail required cover letter and resume with salary requirements to , or fax to No phone calls please. San Francisco Opera only retains résumés that are sent in response to specific, posted job openings.

SAN FRANCISCO OPERA IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY OF STAFF 

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