What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Relations Stewardship Assistant position at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts?
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“I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy
The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.
At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.
Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.
Why Join Us
We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include:
- Staff offers for discount tickets
- Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment)
- Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)
- Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA
- Flexible work arrangements
- We like to have fun! Check out the
The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $41,600 - $44,500, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities.
Job Description
The Assistant will work with the Manager of Corporate Relations to proactively activate and fulfill the benefits and recognition for corporate supporters for the Kennedy Center, Washington National Opera (WNO), and National Symphony Orchestra (NSO).
The Assistant will help provide exceptional customer service and support for all corporate donors falling under their portfolio, ensuring maximized activation and fulfillment of donor benefits and recognition by liaising with donors and the Relationship Managers via phone and email and maintaining donor records. The Assistant will assist in drafting correspondence and sponsorship materials; conduct corporate research; and maintain a large donor database.
The Assistant must be able to exercise discretion to be detail-oriented, prioritize assignments, and work under significant pressure, as many projects are time sensitive, involving concurrent deadlines and donor interaction. An eagerness to communicate and problem solve with a positive attitude is essential as an engaged member of a fast-paced, high-achieving corporate team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide proactive customer service to current corporate donors within your team’s portfolio. This includes: (a) tracking benefits via the Benefits Tracker; (b) supporting and building strong relationships with new and current donors to coordinate the activation of the benefits available to them; (c) coordinating with other departments and teams to manage donor needs; (d) liaising between Communications colleagues & donors on approved use for corporate logos and other types of text and web recognition; (e) extending invitations to donor cultivation events
- Assist team in maintaining Tessitura database and shared files to track solicitations, donor information, deadlines, records and benefits usage. Utilize other KC systems to support team wide project management, such as Asana and Microsoft Teams.
- Process gifts to KC, WNO, and NSO programs: draft acknowledgement letters, tax receipts and correspondences and maintain accurate donor files. Aid in creating corporate proposals.
- Utilize department research tools to facilitate and share briefings and meeting materials for Corporate Relations & Kennedy Center senior staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree or applicable professional experience.
- Minimum one year of development or related experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of the performing arts is preferred.
- Superior organizational, written, and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Careful attention to detail.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/projects.
- A professional and cordial demeanor, tact, and diplomacy are imperative.
- Creativity and excellent communication skills are critical.
- Experience with Tessitura, Asana, and Microsoft Office Suite are ideal.
- Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.
- The noise level in the work environment is low.
- No travel is required.
- This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements.
Salary : $41,600 - $44,500
