Development Associate
American Composers Orchestra
New York, NY
Anticipated Start Date: Immediately
Description
American Composers Orchestra (located in New York City) seeks a part-time Development Associate. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Associate supports administration of ACO’s various fundraising activities. ACO’s staff works both remotely and in-person in NYC.
The successful candidate should be based in the tri-state area with the expectation that attendance at events, such as concerts, board meetings, and cultivation events will be required.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
The successful candidate will be highly organized and have a passion for building communities of support. Candidates must have strong interpersonal skills, experience with and/or willingness to learn donor management software, attention to detail in managing data entry and financial reporting, and excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
ACO’s staff is a small and dedicated team who share responsibilities and support each other’s roles, offering opportunities for learning and growth as well as clear impact. We strongly encourage applications from marginalized communities and backgrounds currently underrepresented in the orchestra field.
Responsibilities
Individual & Institutional Giving
Process all contributions and maintain donor databases, using Salesforce and Give Lively
Prepare donor acknowledgements, cultivation, and stewardship materials.
Manage donor benefit fulfillment for all donors
Prepare materials for 3 annual direct mail campaigns, including management of mailing lists
Draft, design, and send email campaigns
Serve as a point of contact for all donors
Assist with prospect research using iWave PRO
Produce and reconcile monthly contributed income and expense reports to ensure accurate recordkeeping, liaising with bookkeeping team
Support Director of Development to provide documentation for annual audit process
Board Management
Serve as board liaison, sending regular meeting invitations, reminders, and other communications.
Attend and take minutes for committee meetings, and quarterly board meetings.
Create and distribute board reports.
Event Planning – Digital & In-Person
Plan and produce online donor events, using Zoom, Streamyard, etc.
Assist with special events, including annual Gala; pre and post-concert receptions, Commission Club events, and other cultivation events throughout the season.
Work with Director of Development to manage mailing lists and the timely mailing of invitations.
Track all RSVP’s and pledges.
Coordinate logistics, hospitality, and front-of-house for all events.
Serve as liaison with vendors: venues, photographer, florists, etc.
Serve as concert ticket concierge for select donors.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed high school or GED
Some fundraising or related non-profit experience
Experience planning events and interacting with vendors and guests
Must be detail-oriented and highly organized, with excellent oral and written communications skills
Working knowledge of digital meeting tools such as Zoom Experience with Salesforce, Quickbooks, and iWave PRO are a plus; training will be provided
A willingness to collaborate and take initiative
Ability to interact professionally with board members, donors, colleagues, artists, and audience
Ability to think creatively and strategically
Capacity to complete multiple projects on tight deadlines, while maintaining a high-level attention to detail
Familiarity with new music is an asset
CANDIDATE PROFILE
We strongly encourage applications from marginalized communities and backgrounds currently underrepresented in the orchestra field. The successful candidate will be highly organized and have knowledge of and passion for new music. Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, experience with and/or willingness to learn donor management software and excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
ACO’s staff is a small and dedicated team who share responsibilities and support each other’s roles, offering opportunities for learning and growth as well as clear impact.
Salary Range and Employee Benefits
Availability: 25-30 hours per week. Hours are flexible and will be determined with the successful applicant.
Compensation: $23/hour
How to Apply for this Job
About the Organization
ACO American Composers Orchestra (ACO) is dedicated to the creation, celebration, performance, and promotion of orchestral music by American composers. With commitment to diversity, disruption and discovery, ACO produces concerts, pre-college and college education programs, and emerging composer professional development to foster a community of creators, audience, performers, collaborators, and funders.
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