Job Posting: Development Director
Overview
Missed the Boat Theatre is seeking an enthusiastic individual with a passion for our mission to take the lead on developing donor relations and overseeing fundraising efforts.
Missed the Boat Theatre is a nonprofit community theater where Catholics can come together to make beautiful works on the stage for the glory of God. We are looking for candidates for this position who will live and champion our core values of Catholicity, quality, creativity, and community.
The Basics:
Position Type: Part-time, hourly contractor.
Pay: $20-$25 / hour, depending on experience
Time Commitment: 15-20 hours per week. Hours will fluctuate around the season schedule, with particular uptick in preparation for our February Cabaret and major fundraising campaigns
Work Terms: Primarily flexible, remote work with hours determined by Contractor in communication with Executive Director. Must be able to schedule phone calls or in-person meetings with potential donors on a regular basis.
Position is open until filled.
Responsibilities
Development:
In collaboration with Marketing & Communications director, develop and implement strategies for ongoing relationship-building with audience members
Create and execute a strategic and comprehensive fundraising plan for the organization
Seek out, create, and cultivate relationships with prospective individual and institutional donors, including making phone calls, attending meetings, and representing Missed the Boat at community events
Maintain a database of donors and prospects as well their current relationship to the organization
Facilitates fundraising meetings and provides briefings for said meetings to Board members and staff
Develop and implement fundraising initiatives and events such as annual appeals, monthly donor initiatives, etc.
Research and propose new fundraising strategies
Oversee strategy and execution of donor relations and fundraising opportunities at fundraising special events, particularly MTBT’s annual Benefit Cabaret
Recruit and oversee fundraising volunteers as needed
Ensure prompt and ongoing communication with donors
Other:
In anticipation of all events and shows, provide an audience list and briefing on major donors to Board / staff and assign donor cultivation responsibilities
As a member of MTBT’s management team and small staff, contribute to overall organizational strategy, policy, operations, and organizational culture
Other duties as assigned, within scope of position.
Desired Qualifications
Passion for MTBT’s mission: A love for live theater and a desire to use it to glorify God and create authentic Catholic community
Relevant education, work, or volunteer experience that would apply to this position (this may include any combination of the following: fundraising, sales, marketing, and/or communication, in theater / arts and culture organizations, nonprofits, or church settings)
Fundraising or sales experience: progressive professional experience in fundraising or “selling” a mission
Storytelling and communication skills: The ability to inspire philanthropic participation and audience engagement by showcasing organizational impact through multiple channels, including one-on-one conversations, events, and both individual and mass emails
Relationship building: An ability to create rapport and build positive relationships with anyone, including organizational and industry colleagues, artists, institutional funders, and high-net-worth individuals
Project management: The ability to see an idea through from idea to planning to execution; comfort and facility with both big-picture thinking and minute attention to detail
Organization and time management: the ability to create and meet a schedule and enforce appropriate deadlines along the way to that schedule
Ability to work well both independently and on a team
Supervisory Structure
Reports to and receives direction from the Executive Director through regularly scheduled meetings
Collaborates closely with Director of Mission on development strategies
Collaborates closely with Marketing & Communications Director on creation of print and digital materials and timelines for patron contact
Recruits and supervises Development volunteers
Submits invoices, receipts, bills, and other administrative and financial matters to the Business Administrator
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about creating art and building community that honors Christ and his Church, and are motivated to invite others to partner in that mission — we’d love for you to apply! Please send a resume and cover letter to admin@missedtheboattheatre.com
