Executive Director — Visionary Museum Leader & Fundraiser

National Museum of Women in the Arts Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 400,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Museum of Women in the Arts seeks an innovative Executive Director to lead its mission-driven work into the next decade. This role serves as the museum's chief executive and primary fundraiser, guiding strategy and operations for a staff of 102 and a $20.5 million annual budget.

They will partner with the Board of Trustees to secure major gifts, advance digital strategies, and elevate the institution's national and international profile, while advancing gender equity in the arts and

Qualifications

• Ten years of success in senior leadership roles in a museum or cultural institution.
• Proven track record in major gifts and philanthropic fundraising.
• Strong strategic planning, partnership building, and advocacy abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and operational leadership for the museum.
• Oversee a $20.5 million annual budget and 102 staff, ensuring programmatic excellence.
• Lead fundraising campaigns, cultivate major donors, and manage donor relations.
• Serve as primary public ambassador and raise the institution's national and international profile.
• Collaborate closely with the Board of Trustees to advance governance and fundraising.
• Foster innovation, digital engagement, and equitable access to the arts.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Fundraising leadership

Museum sector experience

Education

Advanced degree in art, art history, or arts administration

Job description

The National Museum of Women in the Arts seeks an innovative Executive Director to lead its mission-driven work into the next decade. This role serves as the museum's chief executive and primary fundraiser, guiding strategy and operations for a staff of 102 and a $20.5 million annual budget.

They will partner with the Board of Trustees to secure major gifts, advance digital strategies, and elevate the institution's national and international profile, while advancing gender equity in the arts and