Overview
The Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund), a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in performing arts and entertainment, seeks an Institutional Giving Associate to provide support for all aspects of operating and capital grant partnerships. As part of a 20-member Advancement Department charged with raising over $19 million annually, the Institutional Giving Associate will be an integral team member focusing on foundation, corporate, union and government grants. This is currently a hybrid position with the expectation of 2-3 days working from the Fund’s Times Square office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Institutional Giving Associate will support the Deputy Director of Advancement & Director of Institutional Giving in building and stewarding a sustainable portfolio of foundation, corporate, union and government supporters via their various giving channels. The Institutional Giving Associate will also serve as primary contact for a small portfolio of corporate relationships to ensure that all employee engagement, marketing benefits and other grant requirements are fulfilled.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Two years of experience in development/advancement or equivalent (in either a professional or volunteer capacity)
- Experience with and understanding of basic fundraising concepts and skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills; detail oriented
- Must be able to work occasional evening and weekend hours
PREFERRED QUALITIES
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Raiser’s Edge NXT or other donor database software, and Adobe Pro.
- Creative, strategic thinker with an interest in the performing arts and entertainment and/or social services
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in an exciting, fast-paced and creative environment
- Self-motivated, ability to work well independently and as part of a team
ABOUT THIS POSITION
This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in the Entertainment Community Fund’s National Headquarters Office in Times Square, New York City. The Entertainment Community Fund offers a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including: choice of multiple health and dental plans, voluntary vision, flex and dependent care plans, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, supplemental life and disability, 401(k) plan with generous employer match, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off and TransitCheck commuter benefit or paid parking, depending on location.
TO APPLY
Apply online at www.entertainmentcommunity.org/careers. A complete application will include a resume, cover letter and salary expectations.
ABOUT THE ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNITY FUND
The Entertainment Community Fund is a national human services organization that fosters stability and resiliency, and provides a safety net for performing arts and entertainment professionals over their lifespan. Through offices in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, The Fund serves everyone in film, theatre, television, music, opera, radio and dance with programs including social services and emergency financial assistance, health care and insurance counseling, housing, and secondary employment and training services.
In an effort to protect our fellow employees and visitors, the Entertainment Community Fund requires all employees to receive the COVID-19 Vaccination subject to accommodations required by law.
For more about the Entertainment Community Fund, please visit: www.entertainmentcommunity.org.
The Entertainment Community Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Built into the value statement of the Entertainment Community Fund is a commitment to embrace diversity and seek equity, inclusion and dignity for all. We celebrate our differences and strive to cultivate an environment of mutual respect.