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    New Art Center Director of Development - Newton, United States - Positively Partners

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    Positively Partners Newton, United States

    1 week ago

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    Director of Development, New Art Center
    About the New Art Center

    The New Art Center is a community art education space which offers everyone, at all levels of ability, exceptional opportunities to make, exhibit, view, think about and talk about art.

    Since 1977, New Art has built community by lowering barriers to participation in the arts, and integrating the experience of art into everyday life.

    Today, we envision the New Art Center as a highly visible, bold, anti-racist, inclusive leader in art education and community building that serves the Greater Boston community with programs and opportunities both in our facility and beyond our walls.

    New Art believes that the practice of looking at, thinking about, and making art helps human beings solve problems, learn from their environment, build durable communities, and live meaningful lives.

    Proudly boasting a supportive culture that takes art and artists seriously, we

    serve over 2,500 students annually in hundreds of classes and workshops. Our faculty includes some of the region's most esteemed art educators.

    In two facilities that are welcoming and conveniently located, we offer an inclusive, multigenerational approach to art education for children, teens and adults at all skill levels.

    New Art employs 10 full time, 5 part time staff, and a faculty of 50+, and has a budget of $1.7MM.


    New Art's revenue primarily comes from earned income through classes and events, supplemented by a combination of grant funding and contributions from individual and corporate donors.

    The goal for contributed revenue in the 2024 fiscal year is $600k.
    New Art's studios and office space is located in Newton, MA.

    To learn more about New Art, please click

    here .
    The Opportunity

    The Director of Development (DoD) leads and implements all fundraising initiatives in support advancing New Art's annual and strategic goals.

    As an integral member of the senior management team, the Director of Development plays an active role in designing and communicating New Art's mission and vision.


    The DoD will oversee a capital campaign designed to leverage support from individuals and institutions in Newton and the Greater Boston region.

    The DoD will grow New Art's culture of philanthropy by expanding and implementing overall fundraising efforts as well as overseeing day-to-day activities for the development department.

    The Director of Development reports to New Art's Executive Director and works closely with the Board of Directors.

    The DoD supervises a Development and Marketing Coordinator.


    Responsibilities:
    Oversee Development Department + Programming


    Oversee all Development Programs at New Art, including Major Gifts, Annual Appeals, Special Events (including New Art's annual Gala), and Membership programs.

    Collaborate with the Executive Director to create an annual development plan aligned with the organization's strategic direction.


    Partner with the Board, Executive Director, and staff to identify, cultivate, and solicit donors across all levels, while also seeking corporate and foundation support.

    Prepare for an integrated capital campaign in alignment with approved Strategic Goals, collaborating with outside consultants as needed.

    Develop planned giving initiatives and recognition programs to highlight individuals' legacies in the community.

    Monitor and evaluate fundraising activities, ensuring goals are met, and prepare progress reports.


    Oversee grants, proposals, reports, appeals, solicitation letters, and develop supporting materials in collaboration with the Executive Director, team, and Board.

    Board Relationships

    Increase volunteer initiatives through New Art's Advisory Board and the Board of Governors to explore avenues for potential donorship

    Empower Board members to better support their community ambassadorship and fundraising roles

    Attend Board and committee meetings as needed

    Marketing and Communications Partnerships

    Work with the Executive Director and Marketing & Communications Manager to create a communication plan to promote the New Art Center and enhance engagement with fundraising activities

    Contribute to the design and execution of collateral, including case statements, to articulate New Art's value to the communities we currently serve, and those we seek to serve

    Supervision and Team Collaboration

    Liaise with bookkeeper and supervise interns as needed

    Manage the Development and Marketing Coordinator to ensure goals are reached

    Community and Stakeholder Engagement

    Develop authentic relationships with local and regional businesses to expand in-kind donations, sponsorship and networking opportunities. Forge robust ties with local community programs like the Newton Coalition for Black Residents,


    Indigenous People's Day celebrations, Newton Community Pride and Charles River Chamber of Commerce to promote the New Art Center as a valuable resource.

    Foster a connection with students to cultivate a positive relationship

    Qualifications & Experience
    There are innumerable ways to learn, grow, and excel professionally.

    We respect this when we review applications and take a broad look at the experience of each applicant and the unique strengths you will bring to the work.

    This said, we are most likely to be interested in your candidacy if you can demonstrate the majority of the qualifications and experiences listed below.

    Passion for community building through art.

    Extensive knowledge of the philanthropic landscape in New England.

    Over a decade of progressive development experience in non-profits with a $1million+ annual budget.

    Proven ability to secure at least 30% of an organization's budget through fundraising.

    Successful track record in fundraising across diverse donor channels.

    Proficiency in managing all development aspects: events, grants, appeals, and campaigns.

    Strong leadership skills, including staff motivation and development.

    Thrives in a lean, fast-paced, -collaborative and entrepreneurial environment; the integrity, wisdom, persistence, and humor necessary to address the practicalities of a growing, dynamic organization

    Experience supporting and collaborating with a Board of Directors.

    Strategic thinker with analytical abilities to drive fundraising decisions.

    Exceptional communication and writing skills.


    Positive and friendly demeanor when engaging with various stakeholders, including comfort engaging with high net worth donors and participation in community-facing events.

    Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and CRM software.

    Awareness of institutional biases and commitment to addressing inequities in underserved communities.

    Compensation & Benefits
    This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to a vibrant and inclusive arts organization.

    Salary for this position is $100K annually, and will be commensurate with all relevant experience, professional and otherwise.
    New Art supports staff through an annual healthcare stipend, short term disability insurance, long term disability insurance, life insurance,

    retirement savings, and generous paid time off, including anticipated office closure between Christmas and New Years.

    Employees and their dependents have opportunities to enroll in New Art classes at no/reduced cost across the year.
    Making the Decision to Apply
    We will review and respond to all applications received.

    While subject to change, candidates elected to advance can expect a process inclusive of initial conversations with Positively Partners followed by a virtual interview with the Executive Director.

    Finalists will have an onsite interview day at New Art with Board and staff followed by a holistic reference check process.

    Anticipated start date is late spring 2024.
    New Art Center staff primarily work on site due to the nature of its programming.

    Many aspects of this role require in person gatherings and meetings with occasional events in the evenings and on weekends.

    The office is accessible via public transportation and free parking is available on site.
    For confidential inquiries or for assistance in completing the application, please contact

    .

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