Description

Picture yourself at an amazing organization committed to inspire a lasting love and appreciation for dance through artistic excellence, exhilarating performances, innovative choreography, and superb educational programs. At Houston Ballet, you’ll be surrounded by creative teams who challenge you, support you, inspire you, and celebrate artistic achievement. 

*Please note: This position requires work outside normal business hours.  

Summary: Reporting to the Assistant Director of Donor relations, the Donor Relations Manager is responsible for managing donors’ membership benefits fulfillment including annual stewardship events. Additionally, this position will manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors with the expectation of strengthening donor relationships with the Ballet.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Include the following; other duties may be assigned: 

• Support the Assistant Director of Donor Relations with benefits fulfillment including preparing membership packets, ensuring proper membership coding in Tessitura, and accurate recognition across all formats 
• Manage key donor stewardship events including Ambassador parties, Dress Rehearsal Receptions, After Parties, HBII Evaluations, and Ballet & Bubbles 
• Manage content of e-communication with Houston Ballet Ambassadors via monthly newsletter 

• Manage a personal portfolio of individual donors and prospects (exact number to be determined), keeping accurate and timely records in Tessitura related to donor giving and activities
• Support the Assistant Director of Donor Relations with ticketing concierge services as needed 
• Fulfill requests for auction items from Trustees, donors, and community partners 
• Participate in special projects or production fundraising as needed 
• Operate as an integral member of the Development Department 

Qualifications: 

Minimum REQUIRED Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher degree required 
• Minimum of three years of professional development experience in non-profit setting

• Minimum of three years of event planning experience 
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills 
• Strong attention to detail, excellent follow-through skills, and demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment 
• A respect for confidentiality and professionalism 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work and be able to meet tight deadlines 

• Exceptional computer skills, including prior database, Word, and Excel experience

Preferred ADDITIONAL Qualifications: 

• Prior dance experience or knowledge is helpful. 
• Tessitura and Prospect 2 experience a significant plus. 

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access & EEO Statement:

Houston Ballet is dedicated to creating meaningful change by cultivating a space that honors what is unique in all of us. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) are instrumental in the fulfillment of our mission and values. We recognize our responsibility to be an inclusive and open organization for students, artists, staff, trustees, and volunteers of all backgrounds. Join us, together we are Houston Ballet.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Core Values:

Houston Ballet’s shared values are essential to our success as a world-class ballet company and academy. These values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape our culture.

• EXCELLENCE: We are passionate about results. Our programs are recognized and awarded for excellence. We are committed to delivering quality programs at the highest standard. Work in all departments matches the caliber of the programming on stage.
• ENGAGED: We are proud to be a part of a company that produces art and trains artists. We attend performances and are tremendous advocates for the education and community engagement programs we offer. We are “all in” and well-versed in the mission of Houston Ballet.
• DRIVEN: We are driven to take goals and run with them. We are excited to deliver results beyond expectations. We are accountable for our actions and work. We reinvent Standard Operations Procedures, leaving our jobs better than we found them. Much of our work product becomes the standard for individuals who will fill our roles in the years to come.
• COLLABORATIVE: We unite around Houston Ballet’s mission and support each other in reaching goals. We share information widely and generously and treat our team members, customers, and patrons with respect and sensitivity. We embrace inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. We recognize our responsibility to be an open, welcoming, and anti-racist organization where students, artists, staff, trustees, and volunteers of all backgrounds collaboratively learn, work and serve. We nurture the growth and understanding of how each of us fits into the larger picture and we celebrate organizational achievements.

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