Director - Annual Giving & Membership - New York, NY, US
4 hours ago
Job description
The Intrepid Museum seeks a strategic and creative fundraising leader to drive growth in annual giving and membership programs. Reporting to the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, the Director of Annual Giving & Membership will play a pivotal role in building a strong base of philanthropic support and deepening engagement with our community of donors and members.
This position is ideal for a results-oriented professional who thrives on innovation, storytelling, and relationship-building. You'll lead efforts to inspire generosity through compelling campaigns, personalized stewardship, and unforgettable member experiences.
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Lead Annual Giving Strategy: Design and execute multi-channel campaigns (print, digital, and email) that grow donor participation and revenue. Monitor performance metrics and deliver actionable insights through regular reporting.
• Grow Membership Programs: Oversee household and library membership programs, ensuring benefits remain competitive and engaging. Drive acquisition and retention through creative marketing and cultivation events.
• Innovate Communications: Develop and oversee donor-centric content, including solicitations, newsletters, event invitations, and stewardship materials that reflect the Museum's mission and impact.
• Cultivate Relationships: Partner with the VP and advancement team to identify prospects, manage cultivation and solicitation strategies, and ensure exceptional donor stewardship.
• Manage Budgets & Analytics: Collaborate on annual revenue and expense budgets. Maintain accurate donor data and generate reports using Tessitura CRM.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Support museum-wide initiatives and events that strengthen donor and member engagement.
The ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree; advanced degree is a plus. 5–7 years of experience leading membership and annual giving programs, ideally in a museum or cultural institution. Proven success in creating innovative campaigns that drive measurable growth. Exceptional writing and communication skills with a talent for crafting persuasive, mission-driven messaging. Strong project management skills; ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.: Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards and professional conduct. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain trust at all times. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization. Proven ability to analyze complex challenges, think critically, and develop creative solutions. Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail; adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with Tessitura or similar CRM systems preferred. Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Intrepid realizes that it is rare an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. If much of this job description describes you, then we encourage you to apply.
We offer a competitive salary, benefits and the opportunity to be a part of a very rewarding time in the Museum's history
Intrepid Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the goal of building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from minority candidates.
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