Strategic Development Leader — Major Gifts & Donor Growth

Arts Consulting Group - MA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

State Theatre New Jersey is seeking a Vice President of Development to lead philanthropy and revenue generation across major gifts, annual giving, and events. This senior officer will build donor relationships, supervise the development team, and align fundraising with the theatre’s artistic and education programs, ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

Reporting to the CEO, the role involves stewardship of a broad donor network, collaboration with marketing, and oversight of a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience with seven+ years in nonprofit fundraising.
• Experience in major gifts, annual giving, and donor stewardship.
• Strong interpersonal, cultivation, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with volunteer boards and development committees.

Responsibilities

• Lead development strategies to meet contributed income goals.
• Identify, solicit, and steward major gift prospects.
• Oversee annual fundraising campaigns and events.
• Collaborate with executives and communications teams.
• Manage Development staff and budget.

Skills

Major gifts

Donor cultivation

Donor relations

Fundraising strategy

Board liaison

Staff leadership

Budget management

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Tessitura CRM

Job description

State Theatre New Jersey is seeking a Vice President of Development to lead philanthropy and revenue generation across major gifts, annual giving, and events. This senior officer will build donor relationships, supervise the development team, and align fundraising with the theatre’s artistic and education programs, ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

Reporting to the CEO, the role involves stewardship of a broad donor network, collaboration with marketing, and oversight of a