Institutional Giving Assistant
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About the Opportunity
Contributed revenue is a primary and critical source of LA Opera’s income, and we are hiring an Institutional Giving Assistant to provide support for the fundraising work that makes LA Opera’s productions, programs and impact possible. Reporting to the Director of Institutional Giving and Government Relations, the Institutional Giving Assistant provides support for all aspects of our Foundation, Corporate and Government fundraising efforts.
Responsibilities include writing reports for grants received, maintaining grants and corporate sponsorship tracking and calendar, helping to implement corporate fulfillment, assisting in the creation of corporate sponsorship presentations, tracking and drafting acknowledgement letters, assisting with data entry of donations, and providing other support to the Institutional Giving team and broader Development department.
Compensation, benefits, and schedule:
This is a full-time, overtime-eligible position based out of the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles, with an anticipated base hourly rate of $24.00.
The normal schedule is Monday through Friday with intermittent weekend and evening work. Presently there is hybrid work flexibility, with the possibility of working remotely up to two days a week in many weeks.
Who we’re looking for:
We are seeking a candidate interested in joining a dynamic, collaborative team at one of LA’s preeminent performing arts institutions. We’re looking for candidates with strong written and oral communication skills, an aptitude for learning new processes and applications, and good administrative skills, including proficiency using databases and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Prior experience in a nonprofit/fundraising environment is preferred.
Successful candidates will possess the following:
highly organized with great attention to detail
excellent writing skills
team-oriented working style
facility with managing competing deadlines
problem-solving savvy and success adapting to changing priorities
ability to handle confidential information sensitively and discreetly
About LA Opera
LA Opera is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that plays a significant role in the cultural life of Southern California. Hundreds of LAO employees and artists help bring to life world-class opera that preserves, promotes and advances the art form while embodying the diversity, pioneering spirit and artistic sensibility unique to Los Angeles.
Each year, more than 100,000 audience members experience our productions at our home at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles. We reach many more through our community and school programs and Off Grand performances in venues across Los Angeles.
BENEFITS
Pay Range: $24 - $24 Hourly
This position is eligible to participate in LA Opera benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and long-term disability insurance; 403(b) retirement savings plan with a company match; cell phone stipend; Employee AssiHOW TO APPLY
Please apply here. Applications received by Wednesday, April 30 will be given full consideration.
If you don’t meet all the criteria listed above but you believe you have what it takes to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and tell us about yourself in your cover letter.
Individuals of identities that are underrepresented in fundraising and arts administration are especially encouraged to apply.
Application Email/Link: form.jotform.com/250845265688167