Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs
The Museum of Modern Art · New York, NY
- On site
- Full-time
- $130,000 / year
- New York, NY
Job highlights
- Lead fundraising for MoMA's Affiliate Groups.
- Achieve multi-million dollar annual revenue goals.
- Manage and grow a donor portfolio.
- Mentor a team of development officers.
- Expand membership and drive revenue strategies.
About the role
About the Role
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is seeking an Assistant Director for its Affiliate Programs. This role is crucial for developing strategy, driving revenue, and enhancing donor engagement for MoMA’s key donor groups, including the David Rockefeller Council, the Contemporary Arts Council, the Black Arts Council, and the Young Patrons Council. The ultimate goal is to increase overall revenue and advance members to higher levels of support.Responsibilities
- Lead a team of four development officers in cultivating over 750 donors across MoMA’s Affiliate Groups.
- Manage and achieve a multi-million dollar annual revenue goal from membership dues, endowments, individual gifts, and benefit events.
- Steward and grow an individual portfolio of 100+ individual donors for operating support, exhibition/program funding, and acquisitions.
- Collaborate with the Research department to develop a prospect pipeline.
- Mentor staff and foster a high-performance culture for professional growth.
- Expand membership across all Affiliate Groups, focusing on diverse, inter-generational donors and communities.
- Implement revenue-generating strategies such as dues increases, endowment campaigns, and fundraising events.
- Deliver accurate and effective executive reporting, goal setting, and data sharing.
- Work closely with senior leadership, including the Chief of Philanthropy, Chief Curators, Board Leadership, and Trustees, to execute priority initiatives.
- Provide strategic counsel and implement best practices regarding key acquisition funds with Trustee Chairs and curators.
- Manage capital campaign endowments and coordinate stewardship plans for campaign donors.
- Plan and collaborate on international fundraising trips and lead international strategy initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of eight years of progressive experience in fundraising and development.
- Significant frontline and in-person solicitation experience required.
- Experience managing high-net-worth individual donor portfolios.
- Supervisory/managerial experience is essential.
- Demonstrated success in generating multi-million dollar annual revenue.
- Proven leadership in managing and mentoring diverse fundraising teams.
- Exceptional diplomatic and communication skills, with experience in executive reporting.
- Experience in strategic international fundraising and international program development.
- Deep knowledge of and networks within the art world.
- Availability to work some evenings and weekends as required.
- Familiarity with art acquisitions and acquisition committees.
- Proficiency with Salesforce or other donor-management systems.
Key Relationships
External Affairs, Director’s Office, Curatorial Departments, General Counsel, Retail, Security and Visitor Engagement.Reports To
Director, Special Events and Affiliate ProgramsSupervises
Development OfficersSalary Range
$125,000 - $135,000 per annumApplication Instructions
Visit MoMA Jobs to apply. Submit a resume and a statement of interest. Cover letters are required.Application Deadline
June 7, 2026. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.Equal Employment Opportunity
MoMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.Key skills/competency
Fundraising, Donor Relations, Development Strategy, Leadership, Team Management, Revenue Generation, Philanthropy, Art World Networks, Executive Reporting, Salesforce.Skills & topics
- Assistant Director
- Affiliate Programs
- Fundraising
- Development
- Donor Relations
- Membership
- Art Museums
- Nonprofit
- Philanthropy
- Arts Administration
- Leadership
- Management
- New York City
- MoMA
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your eight years of progressive fundraising experience, frontline solicitation, and donor portfolio management. Quantify achievements like generating multi-million dollar revenue.
- Craft a compelling statement of interest: Clearly articulate your leadership capabilities, art world knowledge, and strategic vision for donor engagement at MoMA.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize your experience managing and mentoring diverse teams and fostering high-performance cultures.
- Demonstrate art world expertise: Detail your familiarity with art acquisitions, acquisition committees, and your network within the art world.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your approach to cultivating high-net-worth individuals, developing fundraising strategies, and working with senior leadership and trustees.
Technical preparation
Master Salesforce or donor management systems.,Develop executive reporting dashboards.,Analyze fundraising campaign data.,Understand art acquisition processes.
Behavioral questions
Describe leading a fundraising team.,How do you cultivate high-net-worth donors?,Share an experience in strategic planning.,How do you handle stakeholder diplomacy?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the application deadline for the Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs role at The Museum of Modern Art?
- Applications for the Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs position at The Museum of Modern Art are reviewed on a rolling basis, with a final deadline of June 7, 2026.
- What is the expected salary range for the Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs at MoMA?
- The Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs role at The Museum of Modern Art offers a salary range between $125,000 and $135,000 per annum.
- What qualifications are essential for the Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs position at The Museum of Modern Art?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of eight years in fundraising and development, frontline solicitation experience, high-net-worth donor portfolio management, and supervisory experience. A Master's degree and art world knowledge are preferred.
- What is the reporting structure for the Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs at MoMA?
- The Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs at The Museum of Modern Art reports directly to the Director, Special Events and Affiliate Programs and supervises a team of Development Officers.
- Does The Museum of Modern Art require a cover letter for the Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs application?
- Yes, The Museum of Modern Art requires applicants for the Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs position to submit a cover letter along with their resume and statement of interest. Applications without cover letters will not be considered.
- What kind of donor groups will the Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs at MoMA be responsible for?
- The Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs at The Museum of Modern Art will be responsible for key donor groups including the David Rockefeller Council, the Contemporary Arts Council, the Black Arts Council, and the Young Patrons Council.
- Is international fundraising experience a requirement for the Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs role at MoMA?
- Yes, the job description for the Assistant Director, Affiliate Programs role at The Museum of Modern Art explicitly mentions experience in strategic international fundraising and international program development as a requirement.