Assistant Director of Donor Societies

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library encompasses an unrivaled museum of American decorative arts in its mansion and galleries and a magnificent 60-acre naturalistic garden—all set on 1,000 gorgeous acres.

Winterthur employs a wide array of positions in the areas of curatorial, horticulture, education, conservation, library, maintenance, marketing, development, technology, and administration.

At Winterthur, employment is more than just work. The Winterthur employee is offered a unique and rewarding experience that is rich in culture and natural beauty. Winterthur considers its employees and volunteers to be among its greatest assets and welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute their specific skills to its mission “to inspire, enlighten, and delight all of its visitors while preserving and enhancing [Winterthur]” and also uphold its core values of agility, excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusion, and transparency.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Director of Development, the Assistant Director of Donor Societies will manage the activities of both the Henry Francis du Pont Collectors Circle (CC) and the Winterthur Garden and Landscape Society (GLS).  The Assistant Director will build a pipeline of annual donors and drive increased donor retention rates through the two donor societies. They will have quantitative goals that will be determined and reviewed periodically.  This position will also develop dynamic strategy to identify and cultivate potential new members through targeted direct mail and events

Compensation: $50,000 annually

Benefits:  Including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid time off plan including 10 holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time; 403b with employer match for eligible employees; discounts in the museum store and cafe; free general admission for you and your immediate family

Work Schedule:  Monday – Friday, 35 hours/week; occasional weekend and evening hours required

Responsibilities:

1. Organize fundraising and related activities for CC & GLS members in collaboration with the Collections, Conservation, Library and Garden Divisions.
2. Plan, coordinate, communicate and implement stewardship activities for existing CC & GLS members.
3. Plan, coordinate, communicate and implement domestic and other travel opportunities for CC & GLS members and prospects.
4. Collaborate with Program & Collections departments to manage activities for donor societies events in conjunction with the Delaware Antique Show.
5. Attend Curatorial & Garden department meetings and attend Collections & Garden Board Committee meetings and report, as necessary.
6. Manage a portfolio of approximately 100 prospects for the purpose of cultivating stronger relationships with Winterthur through membership in the donor societies.
7. Renew existing members on a timely basis.
8. Communicate progress of goals to Director of Development regularly and prepare financial tracking reports.
9. Liaise regularly with Director of Membership, Museum, Garden, and Library counterparts to generate leads for donor society membership.
10. Develop and manage creation of appropriate collateral with marketing.
11. Assist, plan and coordinate VIP visits and programs as needed.
12. Meet annual fundraising goal to be set in accordance with an annual plan of activity.
13. Liaise with Assistant Director of Major Gifts to identify fundraising opportunities for donor society members.
14. Work with Development colleagues to achieve and reinforce overall Development annual goal.
15. Other fundraising activities as deemed appropriate by the Director of Development

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Experience: Bachelor’s Degree with 1-3 years’ experience in fundraising or comparable role; equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree

Preferred Experience: Master’s degree in decorative arts or horticulture

Knowledge/Skills:

1. Understanding of fundraising techniques and methods
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
3. Ability to communicate with senior leadership.
4. Goal oriented
5. Strong computer skills
6. Ability to multi-task
7. Ability to create financial spreadsheets and analysis

Essential Functions:

1. Valid driver’s license
2. Engage in conversation with members, donors, and Board of Trustees
3. Ability pass a defensive driving course and successfully complete golf cart training for use with donors
4. Ability to work at a computer for up to 8 hours a day

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