Goodspeed Musicals - Development Associate

Reporting to the Development Director, this full-time position supports the efforts of the entire development department. Responsibilities include: managing and maintaining the department’s donor database and budgets; conducting prospect research as well as tracking active prospect cultivation; assisting with follow-up efforts on solicitation requests; assisting with the annual gala, major gifts and planned giving campaign; assisting with the planning and execution of all departmental special events, including donor cultivation events and annual gala, committee meetings, and opening night events (requires some weekend and evening work).

The ideal candidate will have: three years job related work experience in an office setting, preferably in a fast-paced, non-profit environment and ideally in an arts organization; strong computer skills in Word, Excel, Publisher, and Photoshop; strong book-keeping skills; an enthusiastic and positive outlook; the ability to be flexible with assignments and priorities; a sense of humor; and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Please send cover letter and resume to: Goodspeed Musicals, PO Box A, East Haddam, CT 06423. Attn: Development Associate Position. Or SMazzotta@Goodspeed.org EOE