Position Title: Institutional Giving Assistant
Department: Development
Reports to: Institutional Giving Manager
Position Summary:
New York Live Arts (Live Arts) seeks an Institutional Giving Assistant to support the operations of its
institutional giving program, which seeks funding from foundation, government and corporate sources.
The Institutional Giving Assistant will provide administrative, writing, and research support for institutional
giving initiatives. This position will report to the Institutional Giving Manager and Chief Development
Officer.
In addition to the qualifications below, the position requires discretion and confidentiality with regard to
donor information and other activities of New York Live Arts. The position will have opportunities to attend
performances and other events at Live Arts and some affiliated organizations.
Responsibilities:
? Assist in drafting and proofreading of proposals and reports for foundation, government, and
corporate donors;
? Perform general administrative duties including prospect research, maintaining deadline calendar,
preparing receipts and letters of acknowledgment, and maintaining current and accurate donor records in
grant-related tracking and filing systems;
? Liaise with other staff as advised to collect attendance data and information on Live Arts’ activities;
? Provide administrative support for Institutional Giving mailing lists and e-blasts;
? Collaborate with other Development staff on fundraising projects as needed;
Qualifications:
Excellent written, editing and proofreading skills
Detail oriented
Ability to multi-task and adhere to multiple deadlines
Proficient understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Suite
Ideal candidates will possess strong administrative and organizational abilities, and capacity to learn and
utilize fundraising databases. Must be detail oriented, able to meet deadlines, and capable of prioritizing
and managing multiple assignments in a busy environment.
In addition to the above, the ideal candidate will have a desire to enter or advance within the
Development field and to learn and develop institutional fundraising skills. Interest in the performing arts,
and some experience with fundraising is preferred.
Specifications:
Part-time 20 hours per week onsite, with opportunities for remote work as needed. Schedule to be
mutually agreed upon with the Institutional Giving Manager.