Location: Becket, Massachusetts (Berkshires Region)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid | Full-Time | Year-Round
Salary: $70,000–$80,000 Annually
Industry: Nonprofit | Performing Arts | Philanthropy
Love Building Relationships? Passionate About Fundraising and the Arts? This Opportunity Could Be Your Next Move!
You've built your career connecting people to causes that matter. You understand that successful fundraising is more than securing donations - it's about creating relationships, inspiring generosity, and helping organizations thrive.
Now imagine bringing that expertise to one of the world's most celebrated dance organizations.
Noble Hearts HR Consulting & Staffing is partnering with Jacob's Pillow, an internationally recognized performing arts organization in the beautiful Berkshires of Massachusetts, to find its next Senior Membership & Individual Support Manager.
If you're ready to take ownership of meaningful fundraising initiatives, build lasting donor relationships, and see the impact of your work, we'd love to connect with you!
What Makes This Opportunity Exciting?
-
Make an Impact: Your work will directly support world-class dance performances, education, and artistic programming.
-
Own Your Strategy: Bring your ideas to life as you develop membership and individual giving initiatives.
-
Build Meaningful Connections: Engage with donors, supporters, and people who share your passion for the arts.
-
Enjoy Flexibility: Benefit from a hybrid work arrangement outside the summer Festival season.
-
Grow Professionally: Collaborate with an experienced team while expanding your fundraising leadership and strategic skills.
-
Be Part of Something Special: Work with an organization recognized internationally for its contribution to dance and the performing arts.
What You'll Have the Opportunity to Do
You'll play an important role in growing philanthropic support while building relationships that make a difference.
-
Build Relationships: Manage and cultivate a portfolio of approximately 250 donors and prospects.
-
Grow Membership: Create engaging campaigns that attract new members, strengthen retention, and inspire increased support.
-
Drive Fundraising Success: Develop strategies for individual giving, donor cultivation, and philanthropic contributions.
-
Create Memorable Experiences: Help coordinate donor receptions, special events, and meaningful engagement opportunities.
-
Collaborate & Innovate: Partner with Philanthropy, Marketing, and leadership to bring fundraising initiatives to life.
-
Measure Your Impact: Use donor data, fundraising results, and engagement trends to identify opportunities for growth.
Could You Be Our Ideal Candidate?
We're looking for someone who enjoys connecting with people, brings creativity to fundraising, and knows how to turn strategy into results.
You'll be a strong match if you bring:
-
5+ years of fundraising experience, including membership programs and individual giving.
-
Demonstrated success cultivating donor relationships and securing gifts.
-
Experience working in nonprofit organizations.
-
A bachelor's degree or equivalent academic experience.
-
Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
-
Experience coordinating donor engagement events.
-
The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
Even Better If You Have:
-
Experience in performing arts, cultural institutions, or arts-focused nonprofits.
-
Familiarity with fundraising CRM systems, particularly Tessitura.
-
A genuine passion for the arts, philanthropy, and community engagement.
Let's Talk About Work-Life Balance
This is a full-time, year-round position with a hybrid work arrangement.
-
Enjoy flexibility throughout much of the year.
-
Be part of the excitement on-site during the summer Festival season (June–August).
-
Candidates must reside within a three-hour driving distance of Becket, MA.
-
Some evening and weekend work and occasional regional travel are expected.
-
Summer housing assistance may be available depending on individual circumstances.
Benefits
Your contributions matter, and the organization offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
-
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
-
403(b) retirement plan with a 2% annual employer contribution
-
Paid time off
-
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
-
Life and disability insurance
-
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
-
Potential short-term housing assistance
#NowHiring #FundraisingJobs #NonprofitCareers #DevelopmentJobs #MembershipManager #IndividualGiving #DonorRelations #PhilanthropyCareers #ArtsAdministration #PerformingArtsJobs #BerkshiresJobs #MassachusettsJobs #HybridJobs #JacobsPillow #NobleHeartsHR #CareerOpportunities