Job Opportunities

Symphony Space is a multidisciplinary performing arts center where adventurous programming, presented in a uniquely warm and welcoming environment, forges indelible relationships between artists and audiences. Our fundamental mission is to connect art, ideas, and community through our programs and or commitment to literacy and education through the arts. On our New York City stages, through our national broadcasts, and in the classrooms and communities we serve throughout the country, we foster access to the arts across disciplines. Our embrace of the audience and the arts is wide, and the experience of our patrons is deep and enriched.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Symphony Space seeks a highly motivated and talented writer for its Manager of Institutional Giving position. Reporting to the Director of Development, this position is an integral part of the Development team and works with members of the entire staff to coordinate and implement all foundation, corporate, and government outreach initiatives. This role requires strong writing, project management, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working with the Executive Director and Director of Development to develop fundraising strategies and proposals
• Managing a donor portfolio, writing and submitting compelling grant proposals, developing detailed budgets, and ensuring timely reporting to funders
• Developing and implementing fundraising strategies, cultivating relationships with foundations, corporations, and government agencies to secure funding to support our mission
• Stewarding relationships with institutional funders both in person at cultivation events and performances and through other forms of communications
• Maintaining the institutional giving calendar and efficiently managing deadlines
• Identifying, researching, and providing stewardship for institutional prospects
• Attending Symphony Space programs and events, as needed

DESIRED SKILLS & TRAITS:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years institutional fundraising experience with a solid understanding of the fundraising landscape of New York City.

A background in arts and culture is preferred. Additional skills and traits include:

• Demonstrated success in donor cultivation and securing support from foundation, corporate, and government sources
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to inspire the respect and confidence of stakeholders, fundraising prospects, and institutional funders
• Exemplary organizational and budgeting skills as well as the ability to take initiative and manage multiple tasks and projects
• An approach that is thoughtful, detail-oriented, and creative
• Knowledge and facility with relational fundraising databases and the capacity to optimize their use in support of institutional fundraising goals
• Proficiency with Microsoft and Google suites

COMPENSATION

This is a full-time, hybrid position. Annual compensation is $68-73,000, commensurate with experience. We offer a benefits package that includes health insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending plan (FSA), annuity plan, and three weeks of vacation time.

Symphony Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversifying our workforce extends to all who join us in creating and presenting art. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. To learn more about Symphony Space’s mission, vision, values, and programs, please visit symphonyspace.org.

TO APPLY

Please submit your cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and two (2) writing samples to: [email protected]. Please put INSTITUTIONAL GIVING in the subject line.

We look forward to receiving your application.