Associate Director of Development – Major Gifts & Strategy

Playwright Co; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, DC seeks an experienced Associate Director of Development to lead major gift fundraising and guide a five-person development team. You will manage a portfolio of about 80 major donors, including Simon's Circle, and work with senior leaders and the Board to shape strategy and steward gifts.

This full-time hybrid role supports STC Transforms, a $60 million campaign, and requires eight years of escalating experience in individual giving.

Qualifications

• Eight years of escalating experience in individual giving and major gift fundraising.
• Experience managing and mentoring fundraising professionals and collaborating with senior leadership.
• Familiarity with institutional giving and capital campaigns is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of ~80 major donors and prospects, including Simon's Circle.
• Supervise a five-person Development team and mentor staff.
• Lead donor recognition, engagement opportunities, and donor travel planning.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and the Board on fundraising strategy and priorities.
• Play a leading role in STC Transforms, a $60 million campaign.

Skills

Major gifts fundraising

Team leadership

Strategic fundraising planning

Excellent communication

Tools

Tessitura

Job description

Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, DC seeks an experienced Associate Director of Development to lead major gift fundraising and guide a five-person development team. You will manage a portfolio of about 80 major donors, including Simon's Circle, and work with senior leaders and the Board to shape strategy and steward gifts.

This full-time hybrid role supports STC Transforms, a $60 million campaign, and requires eight years of escalating experience in individual giving.