Development Director

Development Director
First State Ballet Theatre
     
First State Ballet Theatre, a professional dance company and school in its 25th year, seeks an enthusiastic and hard-working person to join the team as Development Director. The ideal candidate will have a passion for arts administration and possess the ability to work well with a small team and individually. This person will have the drive to navigate the organization through a time of opportunity and growth.
The Development Director reports to the Executive Director and oversees the planning, implementation, and operations to uphold the mission of the company.
FSBT Mission Statement
To boldly bring ballet to Delaware; to enrich our community with live professional performances; to inspire and educate dancers and audiences of the future; and to connect local youth to a creative, inclusive movement experience.
 
Job duties

• Coordinate development plans with Marketing Director
• Implement Annual Fund/Campaigns, Grants, Sponsorships and Fundraising Events
• Work closely with Board of Directors on all fundraising activities including special events, annual appeals, and project initiatives

• Maintain and cultivate relationships with FSBT’s current funders and grantors
• Monitor grant cycles and prepare and submit appropriate grant applications and reports to foundations, corporations, and government agencies
• Identify new grants, funding and networking opportunities that are aligned with FSBT’s mission and goals
• Maintain accurate and complete records of contributions, grants and other support
• Maintain donor listing for program and website
• Maintain a visible presence in the arts/dance community by being a spokesperson for FSBT
• Keep abreast of activities and developments in the arts/dance community
• Other duties as assigned

• College degree in alignment with position preferred, experience in non-profit setting a plus.
• Ability to plan and act strategically.
• Experience in Google Calendar, Google Drive (Docs and Forms), and other web applications.
• Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Publisher) and computer systems.
• Passion for the arts.