Institutional Giving and Government Relations Manager

Jacob Burns Film Center; Village of Pleasantville (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the cultural and educational sector is seeking a skilled Institutional Giving and Government Relations Manager. This role is pivotal in developing and sustaining funding from foundations, corporations, and government entities. You will collaborate closely with the Director of Development to identify strategic funding opportunities and craft compelling proposals. The position offers a chance to engage with diverse stakeholders, enhance community connections, and contribute to the vibrant mission of promoting independent cinema. If you are passionate about the arts and have a knack for fundraising, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Generous PTO and sick leave

Employer-paid Paid Family Leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) plan with employer matching

Flexible Spending Account option

Qualifications

• 3+ years of grant writing experience in foundation and corporate fundraising.
• Proven track record in securing support from institutional sources.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage proposals and reports for institutional funders.
• Research and identify new funding opportunities to support the JBFC’s mission.

Skills

Grant Writing

Fundraising Strategy

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, or Arts Management

Tools

Office 365 Suite

Adobe Suite

Canva

Power Point

Tessitura

Donor Search

iWave

Job description

Institutional Giving and Government Relations Manager

Jacob Burns Film Center provided pay range

This range is provided by Jacob Burns Film Center. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$68,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

Reports To: Director of Development

About Us:

The Jacob Burns Film Center (JBFC) gathers audiences, students, and filmmakers to experience the joy of film, and to learn about the craft, ourselves, and each other. As a nonprofit cultural and educational institution located in Pleasantville, NY, the JBFC is dedicated to presenting the best of independent narrative, documentary, and world cinema, promoting visual literacy, and making film a vibrant part of the community. Learn more about the organization at burnsfilmcenter.org

Position Objectives:

The Institutional Giving and Government Relations Manager is primarily responsible for developing and sustaining foundation, corporate, and government support. Working closely with the Director of Development, the Institutional Giving and Government Relations Manager identifies and pursues strategic funding opportunities to support the JBFC’s mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop letters of inquiry, proposals, reports, general correspondence, and acknowledgement letters for institutional funders and prospects.
• Research and identify new foundation, corporate, and government funding opportunities. Help develop strategy to secure new foundation, corporate, and government grants.
• Create fundraising pitch decks to support proposals and presentations.
• Maintain annual grants and reports calendar to maximize institutional revenue and ensure compliance with all reporting requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with program officers, community leaders, elected officials, and their staff.
• Assist in budget planning for funding opportunities.
• Participate in inter-departmental discussions to plan, develop, and schedule proposals.
• Participate in foundation and government conferences/workshops to increase networking and funding opportunities.
• Explore capital funding opportunities and apply for foundation/government support.
• Work with Donor Engagement Manager to identify targeted donors with family foundations and create prospect profiles that will help develop cultivation strategies to move donors up the ladder of engagement.
• Provide support for the annual gala and other special events.
• Serve as a JBFC ambassador by attending programs, receptions, and events and engaging with donors.

Core Competencies and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, Communications, or Arts Management.

• Minimum of three years of grant writing experience in foundation, corporate, and government fundraising, and/or related areas.
• Proven track record in cultivation and securing support from institutional sources.
• Knowledge of foundation, corporate foundation/philanthropy, and government funding communities.
• Impeccable writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet grant and reporting deadlines.
• Proficient with databases for tracking and reporting.
• Must enjoy working collaboratively.

Preferred Experience and Qualities:

• Experience with Office 365 Suite, Adobe Suite, Canva, and Power Point required.
• Experience with Tessitura, Donor Search and/or iWave a plus.

Start Date: ASAP

The Institutional Giving and Government Relations Manager is an on-location position with some flexibility to work from home.

Salary Range: $68,000-$70,000 per year

The JBFC offers an excellent benefit package, including:

• Generous PTO and sick leave.
• Employer-paid and supplemented Paid Family Leave (PFL) for eligible employees.
• Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance for staff members, including a company-funded HRA to cover deductibles, as well as the option to fund a Flexible Spending Account.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance, and short- and long-term disability insurances.
• 403(b) plan (employer-matching).
• Office located across the street from Metro North station (Harlem Line).

Application Instructions:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [e-mail] with “Institutional Giving and Government Relations Manager 25” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.

Unsure if you should apply? Research indicates that some candidates are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100 percent of the listed qualifications. If this is you, and you believe you would excel in this position, we strongly encourage you to submit your application. We are actively recruiting candidates with diverse work experiences, backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, and abilities. We believe all work experience has value, and are fully considering all applicants with a strong desire to help us fulfill our mission, including candidates who are making career-focus shifts or returning from employment gaps. Please use your cover letter as an opportunity to express your interest in JBFC’s mission and programs, and how you envision yourself contributing as a member of our team.

Our organization participates in the E-Verify Program.

The Jacob Burns Film Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring and employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, creed, sex, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic predisposition and/or carrier status, disability, age, religion, marital status, national origin or citizenship status, veteran status, or any other classification as protected by law. We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for positions to be filled. Please inform the JBFC if you need any assistance with the instructions provided to participate in our application process. Questions and concerns may be directed to [e-mail]

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Entertainment Providers