Major Gifts Officer

The Santa Fe Opera • Santa Fe, NM

406d • $70,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Major Gifts Officer plays a crucial role in securing significant contributions to support the mission of the Santa Fe Opera. This position involves engaging with major donors, crafting funding proposals, and collaborating with the development team to enhance donor relationships and fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fundraising, particularly within the arts, and a passion for music and opera.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with at least five years of progressive fundraising experience, preferably in an arts organization.
• Proven success in securing gifts of $10,000 and above.
• Experience with relational fundraising databases; Tessitura experience is a plus.
• Background in music or opera is highly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in events management (3 years preferred).

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors capable of making gifts of $10,000 and above.
• Craft compelling funding proposals to secure financial support.
• Collaborate with the development team and Board's Development Committee to increase the number of major donors.
• Organize cultivation events to connect donors with artists, staff, and board members both locally and out of town.
• Oversee the opera's planned giving society and solicit planned gifts.
• Visit major donors and prospects across various locations including New York, California, and Texas.
• Utilize Tessitura software to track donor interactions and build prospect lists.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree