Manager of Individual Giving

Menil Drawing Institute; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Job summary

Menil Drawing Institute in Houston is seeking a Fundraising Manager to lead donor engagement strategies, cultivate prospects, and manage relationships. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of four years in fundraising, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include managing a portfolio of donors, ensuring timely stewardship, and collaborating with organizational leadership. The position comes with an extensive benefits package including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years progressive fundraising experience in the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Self-starter who can work both independently and as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of 120-150 prospects and donors.
• Meet annual financial and activity goals.
• Cultivate new prospects and deepen relationships with existing donors.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Knowledge of Houston art community

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree or CFRE

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Raiser’s Edge software

Job description

Specific Duties

• Act as the primary manager for a portfolio of 120‑150 prospects and donors in various stages of engagement, with interests across the museum, and the capacity to give primarily between $5,000 and $30,000 annually.
• Responsible for meeting annual financial and activity goals through the successful cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors.
• Cultivate new prospects and steward and deepen relationships with existing donors independently and in collaboration with the Director of Advancement, the Director of Individual Giving, and organizational leadership as needed.
• Act as a guide to portfolio donors and prospects by being knowledgeable of all Menil exhibitions, public programs, and member events to ensure they have the best possible experience with the museum.
• Ensure timely, personalized acknowledgment and stewardship for all portfolio donors.
• Maintain accurate donor records, moves‑management tracking, and pipeline reporting.
• Monitor progress toward goals and provide regular updates to the Director of Individual Giving.
• Actively participate in weekly departmental prospect strategy meetings.
• Foster a collaborative, mission‑aligned culture that prioritizes donor experience and long‑term engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. An advanced degree or CFRE would be a plus.
• Minimum of four years progressive fundraising experience, within the non‑profit sector, including direct solicitation experience, and experience developing cultivation and solicitation strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Familiarity with the Houston art community and philanthropic landscape.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Broad knowledge of individual giving fundraising principles (identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship).
• Superior interpersonal and social skills; fluid conversationalist.
• Self‑starter who can work both independently and as a team player.
• Ability to exercise discretion and process confidential material.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Raiser’s Edge software preferred.
• Ability to work evening events for members and upper‑level supporters.

The position comes with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation and sick time, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and LTD coverage. Employees may also participate in the Menil's 401(k) plan and receive an employer contribution equivalent to 5% of wages earned after one year on the job.

The Menil Collection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks diversity in its workforce. The Menil is committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.