The Manager of Individual Giving is an essential member of PS1’s External Affairs team—made up of communications and development staff working holistically to engage donors, key constituents, and the general public with PS1 and our programming. This new role is an opportunity for a candidate who has the vision to think creatively to build distinctive donor programs that reflect the artist-centric, experimental DNA of the institution, and embrace new strategies in supporting artists and communities.
The Manager will work collaboratively to create new pathways for individual donors, and to conceptualize, plan, and execute on-site and off-site donor events. This position has direct interaction with donors and provides critical support to building and maintaining donor relationships.
A core element of this work will be the development of consistent and creative programming for the newly-launched Greater New Yorkers donor group, as well as exhibition openings, private donor tours and cultivation events, and PS1’s major annual spring benefit. Key to the role is an intrinsic understanding of NYC cultural life, and familiarity with social justice and community engagement practices.
Under the guidance of the Director of Individual Giving, the Manager will develop a detailed understanding of individual fundraising at PS1 and contribute in a significant way to cultivation, stewardship, and the development of programs to attract and retain new supporters and build new fundraising channels to support the evolution of the organization. The Manager will also support work with the PS1 Board of Trustees and other community partners and stakeholders, and work closely with peer departments within The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).
