Development Associate - George Street Playhouse

Salary Range: $42,000 – $47,000

Status: Exempt, Full-Time

Reports to: Director of Advancement

Works closely with: Development Manager, Data Services Manager, Marketing Manager



George Street Playhouse (GSP), a professional producing theatre at the heart of New Brunswick’s vibrant cultural district, seeks a proactive and detail-oriented Development Associate to play a vital role in the success of its fundraising efforts. The Development Associate is a strong communicator and capable not-for-profit professional with experience in fundraising or marketing. Reporting to the Director of Advancement, the Development Associate is capable of working independently as well as collaboratively as a contributing member of our team. A strong candidate for this position will have excellent administrative skills and CRM experience. This position plays a vital role in advancing our mission while gaining opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.



Key Responsibilities

- Crafts compelling donor communications and solicitation materials

- Manages the execution of the annual fund appeals

- Manages the submission of grant proposals and reports in coordination with a freelance grant writer

- Works closely with members of the artistic, production, marketing and education departments to develop proposal content and keep abreast of anticipated fundable projects and organizational needs.

- Manages the annual calendars/deadlines for appeals, grant proposals, and reports

- Helps maintain CRM records regarding gifts and relationships

- Prepares timely and accurate acknowledgement of gifts and delivery of donor or sponsor benefits

- Provides administrative support to the Director of Advancement

- Supports the planning and executing of special events, including but not limited to: Opening Nights, Donor Cultivation Events, and the Annual Gala/Major Fundraising event

- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Advancement and Development Manager.



Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

- Minimum 2 years of experience

- Strong organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Familiarity with donor database systems (Tessitura preferred, but not required)

- Ability to work collaboratively and diplomatically with diverse constituencies including donors, staff, artists, board members, and the public

- Passion for the performing arts or not-for-profit work is a plus



Work Hours

The standard office schedule is Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Evening and weekend hours are required for events, performances, and special activities. Regular attendance is expected at:



- All company “Meet and Greet” events

- Dress rehearsal or one preview performance of each production

- Opening Night activities and major fundraising and cultivation events



Benefits

- 90% employer-paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

- Paid parking near the theater

- 401(k) retirement plan

- Paid time off

- Fridays off in summer

- One week of paid leave in summer and another in December

- Additional perks are designed to support work-life balance and foster a thriving team culture.



Please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@georgestplayhouse.org with “GSP Development Associate” in the subject line.


Salary: $42,000 – $47,000 per year