Development Assistant for Research

The Metropolitan Museum of Art•The Met Fifth Avenue, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is seeking a Development Assistant for Research to join its Research team. This role involves preparing written reports and data on potential funding prospects for The Met’s Trustees, Executive Staff, and Development Staff in advance of important events and meetings. The assistant will utilize Lexis-Nexis and other online resources to identify prospects for capital projects, exhibitions, and programs, and provide recommendations on engagement strategies. Additionally, the role includes assisting in the management and entry of data into the Development software system, contributing to the organization and prioritization of prospect portfolios for various funding projects.

Requirements

Demonstrated writing, editing, and analytical skills
Strong computer skills and experience with MS Office
Experience with Web-based research and online news retrieval systems, including Lexis-Nexis
Experience with Tessitura or other development software systems
Interest in current events and news related to business, finance, philanthropy, and the arts; knowledge of key figures in business and finance, New York philanthropy, and the international art market

Responsibilities

Conduct research using Lexis-Nexis and many other online information resources
Write concise and informative reports for Trustees, the Director and CEO, Executive Staff, and Development Staff to assist fundraising efforts
Present information that prepares Museum Trustees and Staff for fundraising-focused meetings and cultivation events, managing time-sensitive deadlines with ongoing proactive departmental projects
Identify potential funders for The Museum's various capital projects, exhibitions, and programs
Manage and prioritize prospect portfolios and partner with members of the Major Gifts team to provide relevant information that helps formulate strategies and facilitates new outreach and engagement
Enter, organize, and maintain related prospect data in Tessitura
Analyze and distribute news, financial, and business information relevant to fundraising efforts of the Museum
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)
Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)
Free financial-planning services
Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs
25% discount for staff in Museum shops
A subsidized staff cafeteria
Access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions