Development Associate
About The Position
The New York Philharmonic seeks a Development Associate to join its Development team, providing administrative, operational, and data management support to the Prospect Research & Management and Principal Gifts teams. This role helps maintain data integrity, support fundraising operations, facilitate effective communication, and ensure the seamless coordination of team priorities and activities. The position works with donor and prospect information, confidential research materials, fundraising proposals and reports, and cross-team project tracking. The role also supports select donor events and serves as a Patron Lounge representative at designated performances, with occasional evening and weekend commitments as needed.
Requirements
- 1+ year of relevant professional experience in fundraising, customer service, administration, or a related field
- Experience supporting administrative, research, data management, or fundraising operations; database or Tessitura experience is highly valued
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, computer proficiency, and comfort working with data and confidential information
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a season-driven environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively while adapting to shifting needs
- Organized and detail-focused
- Discreet and thoughtful when handling confidential information
- Comfortable working with data, research, and donor records
- Collaborative, proactive, and reliable
- Committed to contributing to an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs
Responsibilities
- Support Principal Gifts and Prospect Research & Management operations by maintaining donor records, tracking engagement activity, and assisting with moves management
- Maintain accurate Tessitura records and research or add contact information to donor and prospect records
- Help prepare proposals, reports, confidential internal briefings, and biographical summaries on prospects
- Assemble preparatory materials for annual galas and other select events, including dinners, receptions, and tours
- Maintain project management systems to track research requests and approval updates
- Process department invoices as needed
- Serve as a Patron Lounge representative at designated performances and assist with guest relations for galas and special events
- Contribute to an inclusive and collaborative working environment
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage from Day 1
- Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan after one year of employment
- Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance
- 12 Holidays
- Competitive vacation benefits
- Access to world-class performances and events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
