Classification: Full time, Non-Exempt
Reports To:Director of Development
Compensation: $50,000 - $53,000, plus full-time benefits
The Annual Fund Coordinator plays a key role in supporting and implementing the Annual Fund program strategy. The selected candidate will work collaboratively with the Director of Development, Major Gifts Officer, as well as Trustees, peers, and colleagues to capitalize on the Annual Fund program’s strengths and to identify ways to enhance fundraising success through increased participation, increased donations, retention, and sustained giving.
The Annual Fund Coordinator will work with a team to create strategies for donor engagement events including Conductor’s Circle, private salon events, and other events that will further build meaningful relationships for the organization. This person will support staff, Trustees, and volunteers by helping assign donor portfolios, providing guidance, tracking outreach, and following up to ensure donors are properly thanked and that team members have the resources needed to engage donors effectively. Additionally, this person will cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of donors, including recruitment of members to the Symphony’s Conductor’s Circle and to other key initiatives.
This role requires exceptional writing skills and the ability to effectively adapt the voice of organizational leadership to craft compelling, concise appeal letters and donor communications that inspire philanthropic support.
This position will report to the Director of Development. Attendance at PSO concerts and some evening events is required. The PSO staff works both in-person at the office on designated days and at home on remote workdays. A deep understanding of the PSO’s programs and passion for the Symphony’s service to the community is essential. An ideal candidate has a desire to grow in a development office, can maintain a sense of humor under pressure, and is eager to assist in the Symphony’s fundraising efforts.
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent and three to five years of progressive, related experience is required.A high degree of ownership and flexibility is required for this position, as it demands a highly motivated person who can multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced office; be responsive to meeting deadlines; be a team player on the staff; and can communicate effectively in-person, on the phone, or in email correspondence. It is strongly preferred that candidates have experience working in a development office, connecting and soliciting donors, and telling an organization’s story. Microsoft Office is required. Donor software knowledge and donor research experience are recommended.
Since this is a full-time position, the position offers medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance; IRA contribution package; vacation and personal time; sick leave and paid parental leave; pre-tax medical and dependent care flexible spending plans; and a qualified pre-tax transportation plan.
·This position is full-time (non-exempt), and general hours are M-F, 9am to 5pm or with approval, 8am to 4pm.
·This position requires work seated at a computer, phone and email communication, and active attendance at events (offsite).
·The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office or at events to access file cabinets, office machinery, event setup/breakdown, etc.
·The duties of this position require standing, walking, bending, and ability to lift up to 35 pounds as needed.
·Primary locations of work are at the PSO’s office. Regional travel is required for local donor visits or offsite events.
·Hybrid office work (Tuesdays + Thursdays required in-office), presence at community events across the state, PSO rehearsals and concerts
·Valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and vehicle required.
·Smartphone available to support Microsoft office and PSO Phone apps.
The above statements are intended to describe some specific duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
The Portland Symphony Orchestra is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of the organization.
HOW TO APPLY
Please email resume and cover letter to jobs@portlandsymphony.org. One PDF is preferred, .doc format accepted. Please use the subject line: Annual Fund Coordinator.
