OVERVIEW
The Coolidge Corner Theatre Foundation (the Coolidge) is seeking applications for the full-time position of Individual Giving Manager. Reporting to the Associate Director of Development, this position will oversee all aspects of individual giving for the Coolidge—including the planning and implementation of annual appeals, donor cultivation and stewardship, and working to grow the Coolidge Director’s Circle and Planned Giving programs.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific responsibilities include:

• Set annual goals for, manage, and grow the Coolidge’s Director’s Circle ($1,500 gifts).
• Plan and implement all annual fund appeals, focused on growing relationships with individual donors at all giving levels through mailings, online and social media giving programs, and e-solicitations.
• Expand efforts to increase funding from current and lapsed donors.
• Work closely with the Coolidge’s executive leadership and staff to determine major giving priorities and design materials accordingly.
• Work with the Coolidge’s executive leadership and board to manage prospect portfolios, help facilitate donor meetings, and provide all relevant materials and strategies.
• Solicit and/or facilitate solicitation meetings with major donor prospects, working closely with the executive leaders and board members.
• Maintain accurate and timely records/contact reports of all interactions with donors utilizing fundraising software.
• Oversee implementation of stewardship and recognition for all donors.
• Coordinate with development/marketing/accounting staff and maintain positive relationships across the Coolidge team.
• Function as a resource in the coordination of Coolidge events such pre-screening cultivation gatherings, dinners at donors’ homes, and Trivia Night.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate has experience working in development/individual giving for a nonprofit arts organization, and is familiar with Boston philanthropic community leaders, local businesses, andpotentially untapped opportunities for our film-arts organization to strengthen major individual and foundation giving. They are eager to immerse themselves in a creative, collaborative environment.

Our top candidate will be:

• An entrepreneur: You are a hands-on practitioner but can anticipate the needs of the department and provide senior staff with what they need to be successful.
• Outgoing: You understand the need for personal relationships in the development office. You are eager to work with our board and volunteers, helping to ensure their success with our major gift fundraising efforts.
• Strategic: You’re on the ball and understand what it takes to keep our executive leadership and board members on track. You aren’t afraid to “manage up” and make suggestions about how to improve operations.
• Detail oriented: You are a stickler for accuracy and take pride in producing work that reflects the level of excellence expected of every staff member at the Coolidge.
• Collaborative and flexible: You understand and appreciate the rhythm of a face-paced nonprofit, where staff members are always willing to pitch in for special events and unexpected challenges.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA preferred.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of related development work.
• Familiarity with fundraising software (e.g. DonorPerfect), database management, and reporting.
• Strong communication skills, spoken/phone and written.
• Skilled in standard office software, such as Word and Excel.
• An enthusiasm for film and the Coolidge's mission.

HOW TO APPLY

The Coolidge seeks to engage and retain a diverse workforce and encourages all to apply. Please send a cover letter (LAST NAME_FIRST NAME_COVER LETTER) and resume (LAST NAME_FIRST NAME_RESUME) to office@coolidge.org with “Coolidge Individual Giving Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls please.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Brookline, MA 02446: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person