Full & Part-Time Paid Positions

Job opportunities will remain posted until positions are filled. Candidates may be contacted for interviews, however, due to the high level of interest in positions, MOCA Jacksonville does not respond to all applicants. Calls and e-mails are not accepted regarding the status of employment applications.

Current Job Openings

Assistant Director of Development

Reports to Museum Director
Date Created: June 8, 2010

SUMMARY:

The Assistant Director of Development will be responsible for assisting the Director with the implementation and operation of the organization’s fundraising efforts. S/he will provide fundraising support to the Museum’s endowment fund and assist with the Annual Operations Budget and the attainment of Board approved goals.

DUTIES:
  • Responsible for managing and coordinating fund-raising for the museum’s priorities.
  • Work closely with MOCA senior managers in establishing funding opportunities and priorities.
  • Coordinate and manage the relationship of the museum with Trustees, corporations, foundations and individuals from who funds are sought for various programs and projects of the units.
  • Identifies, cultivates, solicits and provides stewardship of special gift donors ($5,000and more) and major gift donors ($25,000) . Develops and maintains new and existing relationships with corporations, foundations, and individuals, to produce enduring relationships that produce reciprocal benefits. * Develops fundraising strategies and methods or activities to ensure proper acknowledgement, recognition, and stewardship of donors.
  • Evaluates effectiveness of development programs and securing gifts at various levels; generates reports, and enters call reports in a timely manner to Raisers Edge.
  • Participates in the preparation of annual budget and program projects, strategic planning, and goal evaluation; monitors goal and prepares timely actions.
  • Participates in MOCA Development committee, and weekly UNF Institutional Advancement meetings;
  • Extended evening/weekend hours – networking and cultivation at each of the MOCA events throughout the year and
  • Participates in other duties as assigned by the Director of MOCA in consultation with the Asst. VP Development as they relate to a comprehensive, university-wide campaign.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
  • Knowledge of development/fundraising concepts and appropriate solicitation techniques
  • Strong interpersonal/human relations skills
  • Strong verbal and professional written communication skills
  • Marketing and presentation skills
  • Project management skills
  • Ability to interact with diplomacy and tact amid influential clients and diverse groups
  • Ability to maintain relationships with significant and influential individuals
  • Ability to solicit gifts
  • Ability to adapt and respond to various situations
  • Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
  • Knowledge of database management software
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and experience equivalent to:
Bachelor’s degree; supplemented with four (4) years of related experience. Masters: supplemented with two (2) years related experience.

How to Apply

To apply for a position, please send a cover letter and resume in one of the following three ways:

  • By mail: Human Resources, Application for Manager of Education Programs Position, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, 333 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • By fax: (904) 366-6901
  • By e-mail: hr[at]mocajacksonville.org

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