Development & Strategic Communications Coordinator

Development & Strategic Communications Coordinator

Compensation: $55,000/annually, Vision/Dental/Health Insurance the company provides.

The Dyckman Farmhouse Museum Alliance (DFMA) is looking for a full-time Development & Strategic Communications Coordinator. The Alliance's mission is to promote the historic site's preservation, to be a catalyst for engaging, adventurous programming, and to be a good neighbor and a dynamic community resource. DFMA seeks a highly motivated, creative, and detail-oriented individual to carry out the Museum's fundraising and strategic communications plans. This is an in-person position. Work days are Monday through Friday. Some night and weekend hours will be needed to accomplish the Museum’s mission.

Description

The Development & Strategic Communications Coordinator will work on fundraising for the historic site, its operations, and special projects. The person in this role will write communications for media releases and the public-facing platforms about special initiatives the Museum is working to accomplish. The role will focus 75% of the time on fundraising, 15% on writing strategic communications, and 10% on supporting programs and visitor services.

Specific duties will include: 

• Work with the DFMA Executive Director to adjust and carry out the annual fundraising plan on behalf of the organization and manage the organization’s grant calendar.
• Manage all grant proposal correspondence with current and potential funders and conduct prospect research.
• Work with the DFMA Executive Director to draft the organization’s Annual Appeal and manage the organization’s mailing list.
• Conduct research to identify new funders and funding streams.
• Foster and prospect corporate funders with decks and Letters of Interests
• Create and disseminate a year-end appeal for individual funding.
• Meet with potential funders alongside the Director of the Museum.
• Maintain and manage crediting of private, corporate, and institutional donors.
• Collaborate with Museum staff on ideas for earned income streams.
• Collaborate with the DFMA staff to support special events, education, and community programs.
• Write press releases and short-form materials to communicate updates on strategic initiatives.
• Engage with visitors during open business hours and manage the site when needed.
• Supervise development and communications-focused interns as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

The person in this role will work closely with DFMA’s Executive Director, the Digital Content and Program Coordinator, and Education and Community Engagement Coordinator.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in webinars and other virtual and in-person professional development programming for museum professionals. 

Qualifications

• A successful candidate should hold a Master's in history, museum studies, or a related field. 
• 2 years of experience in the field doing related work.
• Fluency in Spanish is desired.
• It is preferable that the applicant have a firm understanding of the neighborhood that the museum serves as well as a comfort working with a small team.
• Excellent attention to detail, ability to work independently, good time management, and strong interpersonal, research, organizational, and writing skills.
• Knowledge of curatorial best practices.
• Proficient in various software platforms including, but not limited to, Microsoft Suite, Constant Contact, and CRMs such as Flipcause.
• Passion for our mission and commitment to community programming and equality.
• Familiarity with nonprofit organizations and working with underrepresented communities.

To be considered for this position, you must submit a resume and letter of interest (in Word or PDF) that best showcases your qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applications must be submitted by April 19, 2025, to director@dyckmanfarmhouse.org.

No phone calls, please.

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The Dyckman Farmhouse Museum Alliance considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with federal law. In addition, DFMA complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it operates. DFMA also provides “reasonable accommodations” to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. All interested individuals, regardless of background, are encouraged to apply.