CONTEXT
In just over a year, on May 2, 2017, Toronto will be opening a new museum devoted to the art of the XXIst century, named the Museum of Contemporary Art_Toronto_Canada. This is a new step for MOCCA (Museum of Canadian Contemporary Art), the art center formerly located on Queen Street West for 10 years (2005-2015). The Museum of Contemporary Art_Toronto_Canada is putting forth the "20/20 Plan", which will come to full cycle in 2020. The result being moving into two buildings: MOCA I and MOCA II. in Lower JCT. (Lower Junction) in the south end of the Junction Triangle neighbourhood.
The Museum will develop an international program of exhibitions, events and publications. It will generate new exhibitions of international calibre and develop a global collection based on new and innovative ideas, with the year 2000 as a start date for the collection. It will co-produce exhibitions and new works with national and international partners such as: curators, museums, major galleries, collectors and foundations, in Canada and internationally. Working with digital platforms in a pro-active and creative manner, the museum will develop a larger audience, both on-site and on the Web.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Development will play a critical role in supporting the CEO-Director and Campaign Cabinet as well as partnering with the senior leadership team in strategic decision making and operations as the Museum of Contemporary Art_Toronto_Canada continues to build its presence, enhance its quality programming and build capacity.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of Development will be accountable for the planning and implementation of a comprehensive and strategic donor development, and for providing personal leadership to the development team.
The Director will work closely with the Museum’s fundraising consultants in planning and executing an exciting Campaign for the 20/20 Plan, with a significant capital component.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Gifts, Endowments and Annual Fundraising
- Develop and execute annual fundraising strategies and programs to achieve short term and long term targets.
- Responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts, sponsorships and corporate support for the museum.
- Maintain a personal portfolio of donors and oversee the portfolios of other museum staff, including the CEO, Board members, and Campaign Cabinet members.
- Aggressively seek new funding sources and cultivates relationships with new donors, maintains relationships with existing donors, with a goal of increasing giving levels as appropriate.
- Develop unique and innovative sponsorship opportunities, aligned to the interests of major corporate sponsors. Cultivate and steward corporate support and solicit targeted sponsorship for major exhibits and events.
- Work with the Director of Administration to support the sourcing and procurement of grants (government, other).
- Oversee management of the donor database; set policies and procedures for retention of data, tracking fundraising activity and reporting. Maintain security and quality controls.
- Ensure appropriate recognition and stewardship initiatives are developed and implemented to recognize donor and volunteer contributions appropriately.
- Ensure that the CEO and Board of Directors are well positioned and prepared for fundraising meetings and presentations.
- Serve as a strategic thought-partner to the CEO and senior management.
- Work closely with the CEO on major capital and/or endowment campaigns.
Internal and External Leadership
- Hire, develop and coach a high performing development team to effectively implement the annual fundraising plan, to meet and exceed annual fundraising goals.
- Support the CEO and senior management in the development of a multi-year budgeting and planning process that will ensure multi-year donor commitments.
- Represent the museum in meetings with potential and existing funders and serves as a representative for the Museum of Contemporary Art_Toronto_Canada in the greater cultural, philanthropic, and professional communities.
- Support the CEO in the preparation for and implementation of the museum’s Campaigns.
Membership & Audience Engagement
- Work very closely with Director of Marketing and Public Relations and Director of Research and Programs to support the establishment of membership development goals and marketing activities.
- Develop, implement and steward the membership development strategies.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Master's degree required and/or minimum of five years’ experience in a related field with a proven track record of successful fundraising and staff management.
- CFRE or comparable professional certification is desirable.
- Fluency in English and French, or other second language preferable.
- 6 – 10 years professional experience within an arts institution, museum or similarly complex not-for-profit organization.
- Experience with hiring, motivating and developing effective teams.
- Experience identifying, cultivating, stewarding and soliciting major gifts.
- Successful track record in securing sponsorships in the $10,000 – 100,000 range.
- Experience with developing and executing successful, multi streamed, annual team based fundraising campaigns of at least $300,000.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to take initiative, multitask, and work graciously in a fast paced environment.
- Excellent customer service/relationship management skills. A superior communicator (written and verbal), able to relate to a variety of people with diplomacy and tact.
- Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
- Rigorous attention to detail, excellent organizational abilities, manage multiple deadlines.
- Excellent computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite and knowledge of databases and using them for “moves management”.
- Ability to work some late nights and weekends as well as attend galas and special events throughout the year.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Understanding of and passion for the museum’s vision, mission, values and a dedication to advancing the organization to achieve its long term objectives. An appreciation of contemporary art is highly desirable.
- A creative and innovative thinker; resourceful in developing and executing exciting and inspired ideas and concepts to attract new donor support and enable fundraising objectives.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues, board members and various stakeholders. A collaborative team player.
- A polished and professional style with personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and sound judgment.
- A high energy, positive and solution-oriented professional with a hands-on management style.
Deadline: April 29, 2016
Application must be submitted as one pdf. Letter of motivation, maximum 5-page CV and 2 referees required. Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Submit to:
humanresources@museumofcontemporaryart.ca
The Museum of Contemporary Art_Toronto_Canada advocates equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and is committed to diversity in the workplace.