The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM), one of the largest and most dynamic art museums in the nation, is seeking an Individual Giving Officer. For over 220 years, PEM has been an anchor in the community, serving as a gathering place where anyone can learn, derive inspiration, and gain a deeper appreciation for shared human experiences from around the globe and through time.
Under the supervision of the Director of Membership, Leadership & Annual Giving, the Individual Giving Officer is responsible for managing a portfolio of high-level members, PEM Fund Donors and select individual, leadership and major gifts prospects and working closely with the Development team on all aspects of team fundraising efforts. The Individual Giving Officer is an active front-line fundraiser working closely with curators, high level volunteers, and senior Museum management to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors in support of the Museum's ambitious operating and campaign goals. This Officer will also manage key projects and initiatives as assigned, including but not limited to being a liaison for a Visiting Committee, volunteer management, collateral development, stewardship and cultivation of high-level membership & PEM Fund fulfillment.
PEM is looking for candidates who have experience in identifying, qualifying, cultivating, solitics, and stewards individual prospects toward the goal of securing philanthropic support across membership and EIMA and growing the PEM Fund. This role will also develop and implement EIMA acquisition strategies for increased dollar and donor growth in the giving pyramid while working closely with the Director in the development and implementation of marketing collateral and benefits on an engaging program for membership, cultivation and stewardship. The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years of experience in philanthropy with a proven record of gift closing success and relationship building along with exceptional experience in identifying and soliciting philanthropic support from high net worth individuals. The candidate must also be able to operate with individual initiative and creativity and be successful in adapting to diverse personalities and individuals with respect, integrity, and collegiality. Project management skills and planned giving experience is a plus. Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and other web-hosted services coupled with exemplary interpersonal, oral, written and presentation and skills. This position is a full time role and the hiring range for this role is $67,525 to $71,746 commensurate with experience.
PEM is committed to enhancing diversity in its staff, visitors, exhibitions and programs while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in these areas.
