Director of Development

Hartford Stage, one of the nation’s premiere non-profit theatres, seeks a dynamic and experienced Director of Development to manage and direct the theatre’s fund raising programs. The Director of Development is a senior member of the theatre’s leadership team, reporting to the managing director and working closely with board leadership and committees to develop and implement fund raising plans for annual giving, sponsorships, grants and special events; forecast the theatre’s fundraising potential by identifying, cultivating and effectively stewarding individual and institutional donors; and design and implement donor and volunteer recognition programs.

The Director of Development manages a staff of four to generate $3.5 million in annual contributed income. The theatre is currently in a major gifts campaign to raise funds for the endowment and renovations of its 484 seat theatre facility. Candidates must have a strong background in the cultivation, stewardship and solicitation of donors; a proven track record as a manager of successful fundraising campaigns; be well organized and able to plan strategically; work effectively and collaboratively with trustees, donors and staff; and have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Five to ten years of development experience and demonstrated success in raising major gifts is essential. Hartford Stage is in its 51st season, and is currently led by Darko Tresnjak, Artistic Director, and Michael Stotts, Managing Director. Please email cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Director of Development Search, HARTFORD STAGE, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103. Email: Developmentjob@hartfordstage.org. EEO.

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