Director of Corporate Relations

Philadelphia, PA
Full Time
Senior Manager/Supervisor
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At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. 


How You Will Contribute

The Philadelphia Museum of Art is seeking a dynamic and ambitious corporate fundraiser to oversee its Corporate Relations and Institutional Support efforts. This position is responsible for securing corporate sponsorships, corporate grants, and other forms of corporate funding to support exhibitions, educational programs, and special projects. The Director will serve as the primary liaison to the Museum’s Corporate Executive Board, a volunteer board of business leaders. This is a unique opportunity for a development professional to increase the Museum’s corporate support as it advances a comprehensive campaign.


Specifically, you will:
 
  • Develop and execute a strategic plan for corporate and institutional fundraising, including the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of all corporate donors.
  • Secure corporate sponsorships and grants for exhibitions, education programs, special initiatives, and general operating support.
  • Identify and cultivate relationships with corporate donors at the local and national levels, ensuring long-term engagement and funding stability.
  • Implement responsive fundraising strategies to align with organizational goals throughout the fiscal year.
  • Develop and execute strategic sponsorship approaches to corporations, ensuring maximum visibility and partnership value.
  • Support corporate solicitations by trustees, volunteers, and senior staff.
  • Act as the primary liaison to the Museum’s Corporate Executive Board, facilitating engagement and fundraising efforts.
  • Collaborate with Institutional Support fundraisers and other Advancement colleagues to ensure coordinated solicitation and stewardship strategies.
  • Oversee institutional prioritization of non-monetary corporate support, including event sponsorships, media partnerships, and promotional collaborations.
  • Develop an ongoing communications program to cultivate, recognize, and build awareness around corporate giving and engagement at the Museum.
  • Represent the Museum at corporate and civic events in the city and region.
  • Supervise and mentor a team responsible for corporate fundraising and sponsorships.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support Corporate, Development, and Museum fundraising goals.

 
Your background and experience include:
 
  • A minimum of five years of progressive fundraising experience including direct solicitation and interactions with corporate and foundation executives.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and demonstrated flexibility in meeting shifting demands and priorities is a must.
  • Working knowledge of corporate sponsorship, corporate philanthropy, prospect research, and grant writing.
  • Experience with membership programs and volunteer boards is strongly desired.
  • A track record of, or aptitude for, achieving financial goals is essential.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, presentation, and organizational skills, as well as strong writing abilities.
  • A high degree of creativity, energy, and initiative is essential.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required; familiarity with Raiser’s Edge and Adobe Acrobat is an advantage.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; a Master’s degree preferred.


Position and Compensation Details
 
  • The salary for this position is $118,000.
  • This position is Full-Time, Exempt, and 35 hours per week.
  • This position reports to the Chief Advancement Officer.
  • This position is required to be performed fully onsite at Philadelphia Museum of Art locations.
  • Physical requirements:
    • Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campus
  • Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.


Institutional Requirements
 
  • Upholds the professional standards of the field, always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of the museum and protects and enhances its reputation and standing within the community of museums.
  • Adheres to the museum’s code of ethics and Employee Handbook and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest.
  • Shows respect for co-workers and visitors and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the museum’s staff, volunteers, and audiences.
  • Maintains confidentiality.
  • Adheres to all museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.


Application Timeline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.  We encourage candidates to apply early as the position will close once we have a robust applicant pool or a candidate has been selected.


What We Offer

Our employees are at the center of the museum. As an employee, you will have access to numerous museum perks including, but not limited to:
 
  • Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate family
  • Discounted guest tickets for admission
  • Discounts on gift memberships
  • Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams
  • Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees including:
 
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance
  • Health savings or flexible spending account program
  • Retirement savings program with museum match
  • Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays

*Eligibility for certain benefits is based on a variety of factors including the employee’s regular schedule and tenure.

 
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