Institutional Giving Manager
Kidspace Children's Museum
Pasadena, California
Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (Interim)
Position: Responsible for writing grant requests to foundations, corporations and government agencies, researching and pursuing new funding opportunities, managing funder relationships, assist with department planning.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Research, identify, pursue potential funding sources
- Identify/package museum programs/initiatives for funding
- Write grant proposals/prepare applications
- Track progress/complete grant reports
- Work closely with program department to identify funding needs, monitor grant progress, collect data for final reports
- Cultivate/Manage relationships with funders/sponsors
- Analyze museum’s performance/suggest opportunities for growth/improvement
- Identify best practices
- Maintain donor files/records for foundations, corporations, government entities
Core Competencies:
- Exceptional verbal/written communication
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Organized
- Demonstrates accuracy/thoroughness
- Exceptional follow-up abilities completed in a timely manner
Minimum Job Requirement:
- Minimum 4 yrs experience grant writing with successful outcomes
- Windows, Microsoft Office, Power Point
- Raiser’s Edge experience preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree in related area
To apply, please send cover letter & resume with Institutional Giving Manager noted in subject line to: [email protected]
No phone calls please.
Contact Info:
Kidspace Children’s Museum
480 N. Arroyo Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91103
kidspacemuseum.org