Development Manager – Arts Fundraising & Donor Relations

Arts Admin Jobs; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

Job summary

Pig Iron Theatre Company is seeking a Development Manager to design and implement fundraising strategies supporting its artistry and MFA/Certificate program. You’ll collaborate with leadership to cultivate donors, manage campaigns, and coordinate major events, reporting to the Managing Director.

The role requires grant writing, donor communications, and strong organization, with occasional remote work and weekday hours at the Pig Iron office in Philadelphia.

Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit fundraising and donor relations.
• Proven success in grant writing and reporting.
• Experience with fundraising campaigns and donor solicitations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Raise funds for the company’s artistry and MFA/Certificate program.
• Manage donor cultivation, reporting, and relations with Board liaison.
• Plan and coordinate major events and campaigns, including annual appeals.
• Oversee grants processes: research, tracking, proposals, and reporting.
• Provide executive support to Managing and Artistic Directors as needed.

Skills

Nonprofit fundraising

Donor relations

Grant writing

Campaign management

Excellent communication

Tools

Donor Dock

Job description

Pig Iron Theatre Company is seeking a Development Manager to design and implement fundraising strategies supporting its artistry and MFA/Certificate program. You’ll collaborate with leadership to cultivate donors, manage campaigns, and coordinate major events, reporting to the Managing Director.

The role requires grant writing, donor communications, and strong organization, with occasional remote work and weekday hours at the Pig Iron office in Philadelphia.