Oct 11th, 2024
MassArt
About the Organization
Founded in 1873, having celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), is the nation's first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design. We've spent 150 years demonstrating the truly amazing things that happen when a world-class art and design education is an option for every deserving student. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.
MassArt strives to be a model of diversity and inclusion; the campus community reflects the layers of cultural and self-identity that proudly make up our region, nation, and world. We build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the College by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance to all and maintain an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.
Job Description
STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Individual Giving Officer will help develop strategies and drive activity to support fundraising targets for general operating and restricted giving, as well as be an integral part of the work in stewarding and growing the College's constituencies and creating a broader base of support. Specifically, the Individual Giving Officer will be responsible for a portfolio of 150-200 constituents, and will qualify prospects and participate in visits, cultivation events, and solicitations, taking charge of every aspect of engagement and stewardship for the portfolio.
Position is governed by the APA collective bargaining agreement
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership and planned gift fundraising
Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward leadership and planned giving donors to the College.
Maintain a record of activity with prospects in Salesforce.
Steward a portfolio of upwards of 150+ qualified prospect households; travel to complete prospect visits, the number of which is to be determined annually by the supervisor.
Prepare proposals for gift solicitations that may include leadership, planned, and annual fund gift components.
Focus on securing support for the College's strategic priorities, including a campaign to build the MassArt Foundation Endowment.
Develop strong relationships with prospective donors, moving them through the cultivation cycle from identification through cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
Work with Fundraising Events to organize and execute two annual Longwood Society events: one to recognize current members and one aimed at recruiting new members.
Advancement Strategy
Contribute prospect recommendations for the Director of Individual Giving, Associate Vice President of Advancement, the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, as well as other members of senior management and the faculty as necessary and arrange appointments on their behalf.
Prepare briefing materials in advance of these visits.
Attend and participate in standing departmental meetings.
Provide regular reports on portfolio performance, planned giving pipeline, and event outcomes with a close eye on advancing donors up the individual giving pipeline.
Work closely with prospect research to regularly assess everyday donors for potential leadership and planned giving prospects.
Collaborate with the Alumni Relations and Advancement Communications team to develop and execute planned giving campaigns.
Partner with Advancement Communications to develop planned giving stories for college-wide communications and publications.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
Promote and uphold MassArt's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all Advancement activities.
Stay abreast of trends and best practices in major gift fundraising and donor engagement, incorporating them into the institution's strategies.
Must have the ability to attend evening and weekend events as required
Requirements:
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree or combination of education and relevant experience.
A minimum of 5 years of progressive fundraising experience, with a strong emphasis on leadership gifts and planned giving.
Proven track record of soliciting and securing 5-figure gifts.
Proven track record in managing donor relationships and a large portfolio of donors and prospects.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to receive and process large amounts of information from multiple sources
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience fundraising for an educational institution.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team, build effective relationships, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to develop strong relationships with donors with the highest degree of professionalism and integrity.
A willingness to work some evenings and weekends.
Strong knowledge of fundraising principles, donor databases, and wealth screening tools.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and inspire confidence among diverse stakeholders.
Commitment to MassArt's mission and values, with a demonstrated ability to further diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Familiarity with prospect research tools and donor management systems.
A deep appreciation for and ability to articulate the educational mission and aspirations of Massachusetts College of Art and Design.
Additional information
Please note MassArt:
Does not support employment-based visa sponsorship or non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship.
Is not an E-Verify institution.
Selected candidates must be eligible to work in the US at the time of employment, complete all onboarding tasks including a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background review and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US by completing the Form 19, Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
You are required to show proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of the start of your employment. You will not be authorized to work in any capacity until all paperwork has been completed. For a list of all acceptable documents please click here.
Comprehensive Benefits (does not apply to contractor/student positions):
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Please click here to view MassArt Benefits.
MassArt provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class.
MassArt complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the college operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
Application Instructions:
Cover Letter/Resume