Development Manager

The Lexington Philharmonic is seeking a development professional to oversee our fundraising initiatives and donor relations. The successful candidate will be responsible for collaboratively working with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, Music Director, and others to actualize a comprehensive resource development and stewardship program for the Lexington Philharmonic. The Development Manager works in close collaboration with the Executive Director and is the primary staff liaison with the Marketing and Development Committee. The Development Manager coordinates with all areas of LexPhil to ensure that development goals, plans and benefits are integrated with marketing and programming plans to accomplish the strategic goals of the organization.

This position will spend 75% of working time on development and fundraising, and 25% on marketing. This job scope is not intended to imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the individual in this position. Other job-related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

DEVELOPMENT
In consultation with the Executive Director, develop and execute a comprehensive plan of goals, development initiatives, and activities for all areas of the Annual Campaign. Implement and manage all phases of the plan; oversee the solicitation, administration, and stewardship of funds, maintenance of donor records in PatronManager, establishment and disclosure of donor benefits, and reporting.
The Annual Campaign includes, but is not limited to:
o Individual giving
o Corporate and institutional partnerships
o Government, foundation, and private-sector grants
o Special fundraising events
o In-kind support