Director of Development

National Black Theatre; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

National Black Theatre (NBT) seeks a Director of Development with an energetic, entrepreneurial attitude, a collaborative spirit, and a well-founded dedication to and excitement for the mission of this organization.

This leader will be an expert project manager and relationship builder, skilled in various aspects of fundraising and knowledgeable about the New York City performing arts philanthropic landscape.

Qualifications

• Strong fundraising experience with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the New York City performing arts philanthropy landscape.

Responsibilities

• Lead development efforts to support the opening of National Black Theatre's new arts complex on 125th Street and 5th Avenue in Harlem in 2026.

Skills

Project management

Relationship building

Fundraising

Entrepreneurial attitude

Collaborative spirit

Donor relations

Job description

National Black Theatre (NBT) seeks a Director of Development with an energetic, entrepreneurial attitude, a collaborative spirit, and a well-founded dedication to and excitement for the mission of this organization. This leader will be an expert project manager and relationship builder, skilled in various aspects of fundraising and knowledgeable about the New York City performing arts philanthropic landscape. They will join the organization at a critical moment, as NBT prepares to open their new arts complex on 125th Street and 5th Avenue in Harlem in 2026.