What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leadership Gifts Associate position at Sfopera?
LEADERSHIP GIFTS ASSOCIATE
Full-time, Non-Exempt)
PURPOSE : To perform tasks in support of all Leadership-level fundraising initiatives as directed.
REQUIREMENTS :
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (preferred) or equivalent work experience
- Minimum two (2) years of related work experience, preferably in Development.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of fundraising and prospect research.
- Knowledge of business writing.
- Knowledge of opera / performing arts preferred.
- Demonstrated successful track record of task management.
- Understanding of basic principles of sales techniques and customer service.
- Ability to perform tasks accurately, with great attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; database skills desirable.
- Proficiency in Tessitura revenue management system highly preferred.
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully.
- Comfortable working with volunteer leaders and Board committee members.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills including the ability to interact with artists, staff, the public, and volunteers in a professional, confidential and tactful manner.
- Ability to communicate logically, consistently and persuasively, both orally and in writing.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS :
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS :
E-mail required cover letter and resume with salary requirements to employment@sfopera.com, or fax to (415) 551-6297. No phone calls please. San Francisco Opera only retains résumés that are sent in response to specific, posted job openings.
SAN FRANCISCO OPERA IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY OF STAFF