Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States · On-site
$65k–$70k/yr
Job DetailsJob Location: OCAC - Oklahoma City, OK 73103Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 SalaryOklahoma Contemporary Arts Center Job Description Position Title: Major Gifts Officer Reports to:…
Skills: Major Gift Fundraising, Donor Cultivation, Stewardship, Relationship Management, Proposal Writing
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Manage a portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation donors to achieve an annual fundraising goal of $300,000–$350,000. Develop and implement strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward philanthropic investments to support the arts center's mission.
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and three to five years of progressively responsible fundraising experience. Must demonstrate success in closing major gifts and proficiency with donor relationship management software.
Job DetailsJob Location: OCAC - Oklahoma City, OK 73103Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 SalaryOklahoma Contemporary Arts Center
Reports to: Director of Development
Status: Exempt – Full-time, Salaried
Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000
Closing Date: Until Position is Filled
The Major Gifts Officer is a key member of the Development Department, responsible for securing philanthropic support to advance Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center's mission, exhibitions, educational programs, and long-term sustainability. Reporting to the Director of Development, this frontline fundraising position manages a portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation donors, developing and implementing strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward meaningful philanthropic investments.
The Major Gifts Officer plays an integral role in growing contributed revenue through strategic relationship management, major gift fundraising, sponsorship development, and donor engagement. Working collaboratively with the Executive Director, Board of Trustees, Development Committee, and colleagues across the organization, this position helps strengthen Oklahoma Contemporary's culture of philanthropy while contributing to annual fundraising priorities, future campaign initiatives, and exceptional donor experiences.
Responsibilities
Manage and grow a portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation donors through strategic cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and ongoing relationship management.
Achieve an annual fundraising goal of approximately $300,000–$350,000 through the successful cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
Identify, qualify, and cultivate new major gift prospects while expanding Oklahoma Contemporary's donor pipeline.
Develop individualized cultivation and solicitation strategies designed to deepen donor engagement and increase philanthropic investment.
Prepare compelling proposals, sponsorship opportunities, gift agreements, and stewardship communications.
Collaborate with the Development Department, Oklahoma Contemporary staff, and key stakeholders, including the Board of Trustees and community volunteers, to advance Oklahoma Contemporary’s fundraising efforts through the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospective donors.
Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, volunteers, trustees, community leaders, and organizational partners.
Represent Oklahoma Contemporary throughout the community while serving as an ambassador for the organization's mission, programs, and fundraising priorities.
Utilize the organization's constituent relationship management (CRM) system to maintain accurate donor records, document donor interactions, manage moves management activities, and monitor portfolio performance.
Prepare fundraising reports, pipeline analyses, and portfolio updates to evaluate progress toward departmental goals.
QualificationsQualifications
Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, arts administration, or a related field.
Minimum of three to five years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, preferably focused on major gifts or individual giving.
Demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts and sponsorships.
Strong understanding of donor pipeline development, moves management, and relationship-based fundraising.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including proposal and presentation development.
Proficiency with donor relationship management software, preferably Blackbaud Altru, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
Self-motivated with the initiative to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
Passion for the arts and commitment to the mission of Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center.
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
Use of a car required; legally registered and insured for daily use.
Use of a computer, telephone and printer/copier daily.
Team environment with frequent group meeting participation and collaboration necessary.
Physical requirements: combination of sitting, standing, walking and driving on a frequent basis. Lifting modest weights (up to 30 pounds) may be required occasionally.
Oklahoma Contemporary is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, different abilities, gender identity or veteran status.
Oklahoma Contemporary is an inclusive center for the arts where people of all ages and backgrounds can experience art, encounter new ideas and ignite their creative potential. Through visual art exhibitions, performances, public programs, community-building initiatives, outdoor installations and special events, Oklahoma Contemporary creates opportunities for everyone to come together in celebration of contemporary culture and artistic expression. With year-round classes and seasonal youth camps across multiple disciplines, the arts center’s education programs encourage youth and adults to express their ideas across a variety of media and learn new skills. Oklahoma Contemporary believes that art is for everyone and places accessibility and education at the center of all programming. Admission to exhibitions is always free. Oklahoma Contemporary is a regional 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1989 by businessman and philanthropist Christian Keesee and Kirkpatrick Foundation Director Marilyn Myers.
Inclusion
Oklahoma Contemporary strives to demonstrate leadership by modeling excellence and best practices for inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. We believe in the power of human creativity and value the opportunities for connection and learning that exist when cultures and communities come together in collaboration and understanding.
We commit to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster cultural equity and create an accessible and inclusive environment. Oklahoma Contemporary does not discriminate based on race/ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, socioeconomic status, geography, citizenship status or religion. We recognize our strengths lie in the broad range of people who contribute their time and talents to our mission and are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive place for them to explore creativity.
Art in a new light
Oklahoma Contemporary is a multidisciplinary contemporary arts organization, providing a catalyst for the exploration of creativity and contemporary practice through a program of groundbreaking exhibitions, performances and educational programs. In January 2020, Oklahoma Contemporary will launch a new, central location at NW 11th and Broadway in downtown Oklahoma City. The new center will dramatically increase Oklahoma Contemporary’s capacity for free, internationally relevant exhibitions and programming and increase art access and education for citizens of Oklahoma, students and visitors alike. Developed by and for Oklahomans to present and explore the key innovations, issues and concerns of the art of our time, Oklahoma Contemporary does so while drawing on the dynamic aesthetic, cultural, historical and political landscape of the state. At its core, the institution is an inclusive space – Oklahoma Contemporary believes that art is for everyone and places accessibility and education at the center of all programming. Exhibitions are always free. You are always welcome here. Oklahoma Contemporary is a regional 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1989 by businessman and philanthropist Christian Keesee and Kirkpatrick Foundation Director Marilyn Myers.
Offices: 3000 General Pershing Blvd., OKC, OK 73107, US · NW 11th and Broadway, Oklahoma City, OK 73103, US
Art in a new light
Oklahoma Contemporary is a multidisciplinary contemporary arts organization, providing a catalyst for the exploration of creativity and contemporary practice through a program of groundbreaking exhibitions, performances and educational programs. In January 2020, Oklahoma Contemporary will launch a new, central location at NW 11th and Broadway in downtown Oklahoma City. The new center will dramatically increase Oklahoma Contemporary’s capacity for free, internationally relevant exhibitions and programming and increase art access and education for citizens of Oklahoma, students and visitors alike. Developed by and for Oklahomans to present and explore the key innovations, issues and concerns of the art of our time, Oklahoma Contemporary does so while drawing on the dynamic aesthetic, cultural, historical and political landscape of the state. At its core, the institution is an inclusive space – Oklahoma Contemporary believes that art is for everyone and places accessibility and education at the center of all programming. Exhibitions are always free. You are always welcome here. Oklahoma Contemporary is a regional 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1989 by businessman and philanthropist Christian Keesee and Kirkpatrick Foundation Director Marilyn Myers.
Offices: 3000 General Pershing Blvd., OKC, OK 73107, US · NW 11th and Broadway, Oklahoma City, OK 73103, US
