Director of Development
Role Overview
The Director of Development will serve as Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s lead fundraiser and oversee all development efforts.
The successful candidate will have a proven record of collaborating with executive leadership, boards, committees, and other key stakeholders to foster a culture of philanthropy and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies that expand and engage a diverse donor base.
The Director of Development will be skilled in major-gift cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship; the planning and execution of fundraising and donor-engagement events; and serving as a compelling ambassador and spokesperson for PBT.
Key Internal Relationships: Holds accountability to both the Executive Director and Artistic Director and serves as a key member of the senior leadership team.
Leads and manages the Development team and works closely with the Board of Trustees and its Development Committee.
Collaborates extensively with the marketing, finance, artistic, education, and administrative teams.
Key External Relationships: Serves as a primary relationship manager for current and prospective individual donors, foundations, corporate partners and sponsors, government funders, and other institutional supporters.
Develops relationships with community partners, philanthropic leaders, fundraising consultants, and other external stakeholders to advance PBT’s contributed-revenue goals and strengthen its presence within the community.
Key Skills for This Role
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COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Five to Ten years of successful fundraising experience, including demonstrated success with major gifts and capital campaigns; planned-giving experience.
- Strong, clear communication and collaboration skills, including an aptitude for writing, public speaking, interpersonal communication and running effective meetings, including presentations to board and stakeholder groups.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a fundraising team.
- Experience securing support from government, corporate, foundation, and other institutional funders.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects, effectively.
- Experience with a CRM system; Tessitura experience is preferred.
- Performing arts or regional fundraising experience is preferred.
- Local travel, as well as night and weekend work. Valid driver's license and/or reliable transportation is required.
WHY PBT
Join a collaborative, mission-driven organization dedicated to creating transformative ballet experiences and making dance accessible to the Pittsburgh community. PBT offers:
Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility after 60 days of employment
Short- and long-term disability benefits
A 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Competitive paid time off and paid holidays
The opportunity to contribute to one of Pittsburgh’s leading arts organizations
Everyone at PBT is a vital team member. Your ideas and your work will impact our students, the organization and the promotion of the art form in our region and beyond
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is a full-time position located in Pittsburgh, PA. This is not a remote position, though PBT does support hybrid work arrangements. All candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to the region. Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We will help ensure a comfortable and positive interview experience for applicants. Please let us know how we can accommodate you.
About Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
Nonprofit professional ballet company and dance school serving Pittsburgh audiences, students, and communities.
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