Assistant Director of Development

MCT, Inc.; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Missoula Children's Theatre is hiring a full time Assistant Director of Development to join our team. This role focuses on developing annual fund strategies, securing sponsors for productions, and maintaining a quality CRM database with donation entries.

Internally focused and reporting to the Development Director, the position supports campaigns like Giving Tuesday and alumni engagement while helping with grant applications and donor stewardship.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in fundraising, donor relations, or related fields.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Outgoing, collaborative, organized, and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to manage budgets and fundraising goals.
• Knowledge of ads/logos formats and donor stewardship.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Co-create and execute annual fund strategies with the Development Director.
• Secure sponsors and supporters for productions and campaigns.
• Assist in grant applications and manage CRM donations.
• Coordinate event planning and sponsorship logistics.
• Maintain accurate donor records and reporting for leadership.
• Support marketing and development meetings with progress updates.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Sponsorships

CRM database

Communication

Budget management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Communications

Tools

WordPress

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

CRM system

Job description

Missoula Children's Theatre is hiring a full time Assistant Director of Development to join our team.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY AT THIS TIME

Our Mission

Empowering children and adults through theatre education and performance to develop lifelong skills while enriching communities worldwide through live productions.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for co-creating and executing annual fund strategies; securing sponsors/supporters for all MCT productions; assisting in writing small grant applications; and maintaining a quality CRM database, including donation entry. This position reports to the Development Director.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Partner with Development Director to create and execute strategy for annual fund-related projects like #GivingTuesday, Missoula Gives, Galaxy Star sales, alumni engagement programs, etc.
• Generate new and maintain existing business sponsor/supporter contracts for all Community and Youth Series productions; develop and build corporate relationships in the community.
• Maintain a quality CRM database, including timely, accurate donation/sponsorship entries and proactively improving data.
• Sell special events to businesses/individuals and coordinate sales efforts with marketing and development department.
• Secure/coordinate ‘in‑kind’ sponsorships, donations, and trade relationships for key MCT activities such as Premiere Night, Tour Actor/Director trainings, playbills, etc.
• Manage contracting, invoicing, and logo/ad placement for sponsors and supporters.
• Assist with planning and execution of key development/marketing events like Premiere Nights, special fundraisers, etc.
• Support Development Director in comprehensive campaign‑related activities.
• Support Foundation Director in completing lower‑dollar amount grant applications; proactively identify and complete new funding opportunities for smaller grants.
• Assist with cultivation and stewardship activities, including thank you letters/calls.
• Stay up to date on trends in fundraising through webinars, articles, conferences, etc.
• Attend marketing and development meetings and provide progress reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Non‑Essential Functions of the Position

• Participate in various community organizations and attend community events when possible (i.e.: MBN, MDA, Chamber of Commerce, Destination Missoula, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in sales, fundraising, public relations, business development, prospecting, stewardship, and/or donor relations management.
• Excellent communication, writing, listening, and critical thinking skills.
• Outgoing and friendly personality, collaborative, organized, multi‑tasker.
• Ability to manage a budget and hit fundraising goals.
• Ability to enhance value of sponsorship/ads to prospective sponsors and supporters.
• Persuasive writing, strong verbal communications, and excellent customer service.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Sound judgment, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
• Resourcefulness, creativity, and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality about gifts, donors, and data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of suitable formats for ads and logos.
• Valid driver’s license.

Desired Qualifications

• Education in business, marketing, sales, or communications.
• Experience with CRM system and Wordpress.
• Familiarity with donor tracking systems.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Canva is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• The position will require you to sit at a desk for periods of time that could exceed 4 hours with intermittent breaks as needed.
• This position could require you to stand for periods of time that could exceed 3 hours with intermittent breaks as needed.
• May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.
• May be required to drive a company vehicle.

Equipment Used

• Computer, telephone, copier, printer, fax machine.

Benefits Package

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Sick leave
• Holiday pay
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts