Development Director: Major Gifts & Campaigns

Harlem Stage; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlem Stage is seeking a Director of Development to lead a comprehensive fundraising strategy, driving donor engagement and stewarding relationships with foundations, corporations, and government funders. You will manage special events including the annual Gala and play a key role in the $25 million Campaign for Harlem Stage.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of development experience, a bachelor’s degree (graduate degree preferred), and proficiency in Microsoft Office and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant development/fundraising experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Database Management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a robust fundraising plan to strengthen development efforts.
• Cultivate and steward donors; grow relationships with institutional funders.
• Oversee special events and the annual Gala; support major donor program and campaign execution.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor engagement

Relationship management

Event planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database Management

Job description

Harlem Stage is seeking a Director of Development to lead a comprehensive fundraising strategy, driving donor engagement and stewarding relationships with foundations, corporations, and government funders. You will manage special events including the annual Gala and play a key role in the $25 million Campaign for Harlem Stage.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of development experience, a bachelor’s degree (graduate degree preferred), and proficiency in Microsoft Office and