GRANTS AND SPONSORSHIP COORDINATOR

American Federation of Arts,
09 November 2002, USA

The American Federation of Arts (AFA), a national art museum organization based in New York City, seeks an experienced, energetic and well-organized Grants and Exhibition Sponsorship Coordinator to:

  • Research and identify funding opportunities from foundation, corporate, government sources that support the mission and direction of the traveling exhibition program.

  • Assist in the writing and editing of grant proposals, organize and prepare supplementary materials.

  • American Federation of ArtsProvide administrative support to Manager of Grants and Sponsorship.

This position is an integral member of the fundraising team and will work directly with the Manager of Grants and Sponsorship, Deputy Director for External Affairs and the exhibitions staff in a stimulating and congenial environment.QualificationsThe ideal candidate will have, minimally, a Bachelor s degree in Art History, and at least two years of demonstrated successful experience in an art museum or related field, preferably in the area of development. Superb written, verbal, editing, research and organizational skills are essential. Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, and Raiser s Edge) are necessary. The candidate should have the ability to take initiative, think creatively, and work independently and with a team under the pressure of deadline. Compensation, which includes a generous benefits package, is commensurate with experience.