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Storm King Art Center is seeking an Institutional Giving Associate to join its growing External Affairs department. This position will report to the Associate Director, Institutional Giving & Project Support, and will strengthen engagement and cultivation of institutional donors, including foundations, government entities and corporations, and manage private institutional events throughout the year. The Institutional Giving Associate will collaborate with the External Affairs team in growing philanthropic support for the organization through identifying, cultivating, and soliciting foundations, corporations, and government funding with priorities and interests in alignment with Storm King’s mission. The Associate will also take a leadership role in managing the data that is critical to managing the Institutional Giving pipeline in Storm King’s donor database.
The Associate will possess a strong working knowledge of best practices achieved through having worked in a similar capacity at other organizations. Successful candidates will have enthusiasm for Storm King’s programming and mission, complemented by a background in development, grants or proposal development.
Responsibilities
Identify, develop, and manage foundation, corporate and government partnerships.
Cultivate and manage relationships with both foundations and corporations whose funding priorities align with Storm King’s mission.
Identify and cultivate opportunities for corporate membership and partnership programs.
Manage relationships and their accompanying data with a portfolio of corporate and foundation funders.
Develop, draft, edit, finalize, and submit grant proposals, LOIs, grant reports, letters, and other communications as agreed upon within External Affairs yearly plan.
Support the grant renewal process for corporate and foundation donors and prospects.
Participate in the development and evaluation of goals and objectives for the foundation, government, and corporate relations program.
Continuously monitor, measure and evaluate External Affairs deliverables and calendar deadlines.
Effectively interact with the External Affairs team, Senior Staff, staff, and board members.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 year of experience in meeting goals and getting desired results from external partners. At least 3 years of experience in fundraising, grant writing, proposal development, sales or related fields may substitute for higher education requirement.
Exceptionally persuasive in verbal and written communication.
Evidence of creative and innovative execution of ideas that influence deeper engagement and financial support from corporate leaders.
Ability to develop strong relationships with donors with the highest degree of professionalism. Knowledge of institutional donors and basic fundraising techniques and strategies.
Strong evidence of self-direction, motivation and ability to manage competing priorities for time and attention in a fast-paced environment, while meeting deadlines.
Must be flexible and open to changing needs and priorities.
Ability to work as part of a team, integrating ideas with colleagues.
Strong familiarity with computer systems and a willingness and ability to use new systems and software.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working within a traditional development department
Development experience during a capital campaign
Proficiency with Altru or other Blackbaud products, such as Raiser’s Edge
Exposure to grantsmanship or proposal development
Experience in arts or cultural institutions or nonprofits
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Works in an office environment
Frequently sits for long periods of time
Frequently speaks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboard
Must be able to work and walk outside in a variety of weather conditions
Requires standing, lifting, stooping, or bending
Works on weekends and evenings during the season for special events
Ability to travel locally and to NYC is required
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter, resume, and professional writing sample (at least three (3) pages) to employment@stormkingartcenter.org with “Institutional Giving Associate” in the subject. Only complete applications will receive full consideration. No phone calls please.
Storm King Art Center is dedicated to fostering a diverse workplace. Storm King Art Center is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.
People who are of color, gender oppressed, LGBTQ, immigrants with work permission, and people of diverse social and economic backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Storm King Art Center does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other related consideration.
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Posted on May 21