Leadership Gifts Associate

To perform tasks in support of all Leadership-level fundraising initiatives as directed.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (preferred) or equivalent work experience
• Minimum two (2) years of related work experience, preferably in Development.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of fundraising and prospect research.
• Knowledge of business writing.
• Knowledge of opera/performing arts preferred.
• Demonstrated successful track record of task management.
• Understanding of basic principles of sales techniques and customer service.
• Ability to perform tasks accurately, with great attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; database skills desirable.
• Proficiency in Tessitura revenue management system highly preferred.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully.
• Comfortable working with volunteer leaders and Board committee members.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills including the ability to interact with artists, staff, the public, and volunteers in a professional, confidential and tactful manner.
• Ability to communicate logically, consistently and persuasively, both orally and in writing.

• Coordinates ongoing stewardship and cultivation strategies for the Leadership Gifts team.
• Serves as primary Development Staff liaison with General Director's office and Board President's office in stewardship and cultivation strategies, including timely processing of acknowledgment letters and scheduling of cultivation/stewardship meetings.
• Using Tessitura and Excel (or other software as necessary), tracks progress on key aspects of the department's Leadership-level fundraising initiatives and strategies, including designated fund initiatives such as Camerata.
• Provides administrative and clerical support to the Director of Leadership Gifts and Leadership Gifts Officers as needed.
• Oversees donor sponsor credits for all marketing and communication collateral.
• Coordinates and ensures timely recognition of gifts for donors in Leadership portfolios.
• Coordinates the writing of Leadership-related materials, such as correspondences and sponsor spotlights.
• Assists Director of Leadership Gifts, Leadership Gifts Officers, and Prospect Research Manager with planning, managing and executing special strategies and projects.

• Assists stewardship, events and hospitality staff as directed for Leadership-related functions.
• Manages Leadership-level donor cultivation opportunities with production, media and rehearsal teams.
• Manages other donor analysis projects as assigned.
• Provides excellent patron relations services and directs patrons as appropriate for donors in Leadership portfolios.
• Maintains development records and files as appropriate as well as archiving action plans and team strategies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

SAN FRANCISCO OPERA IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY OF STAFF