Assistant Director of Foundation and Government Support

Philadelphia, PA
Full Time
Manager/Supervisor
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The Assistant Director, Foundation and Government Support will help implement the museum’s foundation and government grants strategy for restricted programs and strategic initiatives focused on education, conservation, and capital and special projects. This position reports to the Director of Foundation and Government Support, working closely with senior leadership, curators, and program and facilities staff to advance the museum’s fundraising priorities.   

Specifically, you will:
 
  • Manage a portfolio of foundation and government grants and funder relationships. 
  • Prepare letters of inquiry, grant applications, stewardship reports, grant budgets and other grant-related material. 
  • Devise, organize and participate in donor engagement opportunities, including but not limited to site visits and tours, to deepen funder relationships and demonstrate impact of the museum’s exhibitions and programs. 
  • Serve as project manager the Foundation and Government Support team, coordinating timelines, deliverables, and internal communications across departments, particularly for complex, multi-year grant-funded initiatives. 
  • Proactively collaborate with curatorial, education, finance, and leadership staff to develop compelling proposals and reports and align opportunities with institutional priorities. 
  • Supervise and mentor the Coordinator, Foundation and Government Support, providing guidance on daily tasks, professional development, and performance goals. 
  • Identify and secure new institutional funding streams for a wide range of projects and programs. 
  • Contribute to strategic planning for the Foundations and Government Support team, including setting goals, tracking progress, and communicating outcomes. 
  • Perform other duties as requested. 

Your background and experience include:
 
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience required; Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) preferred 
  • 7-10 years of successful fundraising experience in an arts or education setting with grant writing and organizational giving experience strongly preferred 
  • Demonstrated ability to work with financials including developing and managing grant budgets in collaboration with Finance and programmatic departments.  
  • Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, writing ability, and excellent communication   
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment, preferably within cultural institutions 
  • Flexibility in meeting shifting demands and priorities   
  • Familiarity with art museum landscape and foundation and government philanthropy 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required; familiarity with Raiser’s Edge and other CRMs, Adobe Acrobat, and project management software preferred 


Position and Compensation Details
  • The salary for this position is $85,000.
  • This position is [Full-Time, Exempt, and 35 hours per week.
  • This position reports to Director of Foundation and Government Support
  • 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:
 
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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