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About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.  At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.  Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.  Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include:  Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year  Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the  Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024  staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $108,000 - $129,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Director, Campus Rentals and Sales, is responsible for leading the strategic sales, business development, and client engagement efforts related to the rental and use of Kennedy Center’s performance venues, event spaces, rehearsal rooms, and outdoor areas. This role focuses on maximizing earned revenue, expanding the Center’s rental client base, and cultivating relationships with commercial, nonprofit, and high-profile clients. This position oversees a team responsible for executing rental logistics and scheduling, ensuring smooth operations and consistent client service. The Director is expected to set ambitious revenue goals, lead pricing strategy and sales forecasting, negotiate major contracts, and identify new business opportunities that align with the Kennedy Center’s mission and financial objectives. This role works in close partnership with internal stakeholders, including Artistic Programming, Campus Planning, Development, Restaurant Associates and Occasions, and Special Events, to ensure holistic rental experiences that enhance the visibility and profitability of the Center’s event spaces. Key Responsibilities Lead strategic sales efforts for campus rentals, including proactively identifying, pitching, and closing rental opportunities. Cultivate and grow a robust pipeline of rental clients including corporate, nonprofit, wedding, and diplomatic clients. Oversee revenue forecasting and progress toward annual targets exceeding $XX. Supervise and mentor the Campus Rentals team. Set and manage clear performance goals around client satisfaction, retention, sales growth, and team collaboration. Ensure that team members are supported in delivering seamless logistical execution for all rentals. Serve as lead negotiator for rental contracts, working closely with legal and finance to manage risk and ensure compliance with insurance and policy requirements. Guide complex or high-value clients through the sales funnel with a focus on relationship management and long-term engagement. In collaboration with Campus Planning, oversee pricing structures, inventory of rentable spaces, and policies governing space use. Continuously evaluate the competitiveness of rental offerings and make recommendations for improvement. Lead strategic initiatives to expand rental visibility—partner with Marketing on promotions, collateral, and website presence. Attend industry networking events and represent the Kennedy Center in external business development settings. Partner with the Campus Planning and Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships (or VP of Strategic Revenue and Partnerships) to maintain a cohesive long-range calendar. Final approval of external rental placements and high-level scheduling decisions. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Business, Hospitality, or related field Minimum 5 years of experience in venue sales, hospitality sales, or event rentals Proven success in closing high-value sales and building external client relationships Supervisory experience required; experience overseeing cross-functional teams a plus Strong sales acumen with a customer-first mindset Excellent communication, negotiation, and client stewardship skills Experience with CRM and event management software; ArtsVision a plus Strong organizational and strategic planning skills Familiarity with contracts, insurance, and venue use agreements Adept at working with high-profile or VIP clientele with discretion Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.  Candidate must be willing to work onsite.

About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.  At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.  Mission Statement: As America's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across the United States and around the world, connecting the greatest living artists with audiences of every stripe, no matter their background. We welcome all Americans and creators and visitors from across the globe to discover, experience, learn about, be inspired by, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include:  Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year  Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the  Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024  staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Director of Public Relations, Institution is responsible for maintaining and positively positioning the public image of the Kennedy Center through local, national, and international media placements, new media, self-generated content and storytelling, and by influencing a range of platforms including the Center’s social media and website. The Director will manage the day-to-day media operations of a fast-paced PR office, directing artistic and program announcements, leveraging publicity opportunities, driving media cultivation, and determining positioning of institutional news and issues. The Director will supervise a team of direct reports and be responsible for executing strategic communications campaigns from start to finish for all Institutional public relations programs and events. The Center’s two main broadcast and fundraising events are Kennedy Center Honors (annually in December) and the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor (annually in the spring); duties include working collaboratively with internal departments and serving as the chief liaison with Honorees and their support teams, managers, and publicists, broadcasters, as well as securing and managing broad national coverage for both events. In addition to this seasonal work, this position serves as the primary strategist and publicist for other institutional projects that fall outside of the core programmatic areas and will further promote the Center as an important landmark and destination in the United States, to include: international festivals, the new, permanent Art and Ideals: President John F. Kennedy exhibit, special “one-off” institutional events and partnerships, ongoing publicity for Center leadership and key programmers, support of fundraising events that require visibility, as well as ongoing activity at the REACH, the Kennedy Center’s new annex which opened in 2019. This position will also focus on public relations for America250 programming and events. By building productive relationships with media, artistic partners and outside companies, publicists/managers, and internal staff, this individual will generate significant and high-impact coverage of a large portion of the more than 2,000 performances and events held at the Center each year. Reporting to the VP of Public Relations, this position will also work closely and proactively with them and other senior/executive leadership, providing strategic input and guidance as it relates to all variety of communications, including crisis communications. This position regularly collaborates with external artistic partners, vendors, and publicists/managers to coordinate publicity efforts. Special projects will vary and evolve from season to season. This role will provide additional media outreach and support as needed for other major events and happenings, artistic or otherwise, to ensure a high level of public awareness and achievement of the institution’s earned and contributed goals.      Key Responsibilities Publicity, Media Relations, & Strategy: Devise and implement short and long-term media relations and communications strategies for the programmatic areas listed above. Help to craft and deliver messages that leverage the unparalleled breadth and vibrancy of the performing arts offerings at the Kennedy Center, and positions the Center as an enterprising arts leader across America and the world. Further promote the Center as an important landmark and destination in the United States and seek new audiences and news outlets to engage with and cover some of our highest profile events and activity. Assign, write, review and edit press releases and media communications that reflect the Center’s overarching artistic vision and mission. Lead ongoing publicity efforts to promote the new JFK (Art and Ideals) Exhibit, the REACH, major international festivals, visual art exhibits, and generally position the Kennedy Center as a national and international destination through travel and tourism media exposure and the full range of communication channels. Media Affairs: Develop relationships with a key target list of industry press contacts and continue building an open line of communication to develop positive narratives from the media about the Kennedy Center and its programming. Proactive outreach daily to ensure there is a consistent drumbeat in the public about the works being done here. Draft and edit media pitch and other outreach necessary for a constant presence in the press.  Internal Coordination: Work proactively and initiate/attend regular meetings with internal and external stakeholders pertaining to Kennedy Center Honors, Mark Twain Prize, festivals, special events, and partnerships. Develop and execute strong messaging and manage flow and distribution of information. Use public relations expertise to problem-solve and contribute creative ideas that will generate buzz, reach a broad range of media beyond arts and culture reporters and cultivate new audiences. Logistics: Oversee publicity and complex logistical operations for the Center’s two marquee events, Kennedy Center Honors and Mark Twain Prize, and other special events. Duties include managing red carpet events and large press pools, leading the public relations team, and working closely with Honors production teams, Development, Special Events, Government Affairs, awardees and their teams, and broadcast networks to ensure day-of events run smoothly and yield significant press coverage. Management of staff: Provide leadership and guidance to deputy director and associate director in their work towards meeting job objectives and goals. Work with direct reports on long-range PR planning and short and long-term campaigns and direct efforts to achieve maximum publicity for Kennedy Center events, artists, and stories. Content Generation/Production: Work closely with social media team, sharing earned media as suggested content for organic social media posts consistent with strategic communications goals. Advise on the voice, messaging, and branding of the social media accounts. Finance/Budget: Oversee and manage budget for PR-related expenditures (i.e. photography, media event costs) for non-classical programming throughout the year. Routinely track invoices and expenses and ensure timely payment for vendors.   Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications   Minimum of seven years of public relations and/or corporate communications experience with demonstrated success at managing complex issues in a fast-paced environment. College degree required; public relations or communications degree a plus. Relationships with key journalists and media outlets highly valued for this position (arts beat and editorial leadership relationships, but also general/mainstream reporters). Excellent interpersonal skills; outstanding writing and editing skills. Personal characteristics of poise, calm, and composure in stressful, crisis communications situations. Candidates with appreciation and expansive knowledge of the performing arts are preferred but not required. Demonstrated supervisory skills, and a capacity to build strong teams. Ability to multi-task and respond quickly to requests from journalists/editors, photo desks, as well as internal departments and artistic/executive leadership. Experience managing complex special events and/or award programs is strongly preferred. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.  Candidate must be willing to work onsite. Additional Information Night and weekend work as required by performance schedules. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach with hands and arms.  This position infrequently lifts, carries, or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds. PR staff at the Kennedy Center share the responsibilities of concert duty, amounting to 1-2 performances weekly on average for most positions. Travel of up to 5% may be required.  

Caring Across Generations Senior Director of Development Position: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Chief of Advocacy & Campaigns Direct Reports: Associate Director of Development, Manager of Development, Development Systems Assistant Starting Salary: $125,000 Start Date: Mid March, 2025 Work Location: Remote within the United States, travel up to 20% for org events and retreats Non-bargain unit role.  Overview About Caring Across Generations: Caring Across Generations is a national organization working to make care more affordable and accessible at every stage of life, while making sure caregivers are treated with respect and dignity. Founded in 2011 by Sarita Gupta and Ai-jen Poo, our campaign is focused on creating change in three ways: organizing a powerful movement of the Caring Majority — the majority of Americans who are directly affected by the need for care; fighting for groundbreaking policy at the state and federal level; and changing hearts and minds through storytelling, pop culture interventions and cultural organizing. About the Position:  The Senior Director of Development will serve as the primary strategic leader within Caring Across Generations' Development department. This role involves collaboration with the Chief of Advocacy & Campaigns and Management Team to execute the organization's resource-building strategy across various revenue streams, encompassing foundation giving, corporate engagement, earned revenue, individual giving, and other philanthropic sector engagements. The Senior Director of Development will design and spearhead all donor-related initiatives, working with leadership to identify, explore, pitch, and maintain deep connections with invested funders, overseeing the creation of all grant and briefing materials. This role will be essential in driving the growth and sustainability of Caring Across Generations through effective donor stewardship and resource mobilization. Responsibilities: The primary responsibility will be to enhance and optimize the resource-building strategy across diverse revenue streams, encompassing foundation grants, corporate partnerships, earned revenue channels, individual donations, and broader engagement within the philanthropic sector. This role will work closely across Caring Across’ teams to support the advancement of cultivation, stewardship, and engagement efforts for both micro-individual gifts and major donors. In addition to moving forward donor engagement, the conceptualization and execution of strategic initiatives aimed at cultivating and nurturing meaningful relationships with dedicated funders is another critical responsibility. Donor Engagement and Relationship Building: Lead and drive all donor-related initiatives, conceptualizing and implementing strategies to establish and maintain strong connections with invested funders. Collaborate with organizational leadership to craft accurate and resonant narratives that align with donor interests and priorities. Employ digital platforms and techniques to enhance donor engagement, tailoring approaches to various donor segments and fostering a people-centered donor culture. Collaborate with Digital, Communications, and Campaigns Departments on regular  engagement campaigns. Resource-Building Strategy Enhancement: Spearhead the refinement and execution of the organization's resource-building strategy, ensuring alignment with overarching goals. Leverage advanced digital expertise to cultivate  micro-individual gifts and major donors. Utilize data-driven insights and best practices to analyze and address resource-related challenges, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic objectives and evolving initiatives. Financial Systems and Planning Integration: Collaborate closely with the Finance team to integrate financial systems into the development strategy, ensuring a synchronized approach to fundraising and budgeting. Actively contributing to the allocation of resources and aligning fundraising efforts with the organization's financial plan, and supporting annual planning and progress.  Play a key role in the creation and balancing of budgets by providing critical insights into the fundraising impact, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and contributing to the organization's financial sustainability. Evaluate the financial impact of fundraising initiatives, utilizing financial acumen to measure success, identify areas for improvement, and inform strategic decision-making. Grant Proposal and Donor Briefing Material Development: Oversee the creation and refinement of comprehensive grant proposals and briefing materials, ensuring persuasive and compelling communication of the organization's mission, impact, and goals. Collaborate with leadership to provide accurate and compelling reporting narratives. Serve as a subject matter expert in crafting grant proposals and materials, while ensuring collateral aligns with organizational values, is relevant to the philanthropic conversation, and adheres to industry standards. Operational and Team Management: Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the development team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment that encourages innovation and excellence. Delegate responsibilities, set priorities, and empower team members to excel in their roles. Support professional growth through regular feedback, skill development, and opportunities for advancement. Manage and allocate resources, including budget and staffing, to ensure the successful execution of fundraising initiatives. Monitor expenses, analyze financial data, and make strategic decisions to optimize the allocation of funds for maximum impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including communications, marketing, and programmatic teams, to ensure cohesive and integrated fundraising efforts. Foster a culture of collaboration, sharing information and insights to enhance donor engagement and achieve organizational goals. Foster a values-based and results-driven approach to resource mobilization, encouraging cross-functional collaboration and alignment with organizational culture Qualifications & Skills  Leadership experience in non profit development, fundraising, or organizational management for a minimum of 12+ years, showcasing a track record of successfully leading, executing, and prioritizing initiatives spanning diverse revenue streams and donor segments including online audiences. 5+ of supervisory experience, providing effective feedback and developing personal growth opportunities for staff.  Strong analytical and data-driven mindset, utilizing metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of fundraising initiatives, inform strategic decision-making, and supporter list hygiene. 5-8 years of utilizing technology tools and platforms that support fundraising and development efforts, such as advocacy-based CRM systems, online donation platforms, and data analytics tools – including reconciling donations across platforms, creating tagging taxonomies, running reports, performing list hygiene , and setting up payment processors. 5-8 years of experience in utilizing financial systems for fundraising strategies, platforms, and technologies for donor cultivation, stewardship, and engagement. This includes expertise in managing payment processors, contributing to budget creation, and ensuring financial alignment with fundraising initiatives. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling and engaging grant proposals, briefing materials, email and action page copy, and donor communications. Proven proficiency in devising and executing resource-building strategies, leveraging a combination of foundation grants, corporate partnerships, earned revenue, individual giving, and philanthropic sector engagement. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders to achieve fundraising goals and advance organizational missions. Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, gender justice, and to empowering low- and moderate-income communities, communities of color, and immigrant communities. Acts with high integrity, professionalism, low ego, and camaraderie. Commitment to the organization’s mission, values, and aspirations, and be able to render these values into action. What we offer you in return and why you would love being a part of our team!  We are 100% virtual (with occasional travel for events & retreats).   Care is in our name; it is deeply embedded in our culture and our team consists of mostly current or former caregivers. We are fully supportive of your wellbeing, and offer a flexible work schedule to account for your care needs.   We offer a virtual office budget which includes home office set up and a cell phone and Internet stipend . Generous paid time off, including 15 paid holidays, 12 days of PTO and 12 days of sick leave, Paid Family Leave, in addition to a full-org vacation of one week in the summer and two weeks at the end of year . 3% 401k Match.   100% paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Long-Term Disability Insurance is paid by the employee at a very minimal cost.   Work with a world-class team that looks and is like you (older adults, Black people and people of color, LGBTQIA+, disabled people and more are all fully represented here).   We offer learning and growth opportunities, including an annual allowance for professional development . You have an opportunity to live a values-aligned work-life. Employee discounts for select stores, travel packages and restaurants. A fun team environment, even while we are busy changing the world.  How to Apply:  Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis until it is filled, but preference will be given to those who apply by February 5th, 2025. Please apply at the following link: https://caringacross.bamboohr.com/careers/45 A pplications should include:    A resume In lieu of a cover letter, responses to the following questions: What motivates you about this role at Caring Across? (suggested word limit: 200) Please describe your process of identifying and cultivating funders. (200 words max) Describe your management style and how you navigate the needs of the team with the organization’s fundraising goals. (200 words max) Caring Across Generations is committed to fostering and maintaining a work environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are fully integrated into everything we do. As such, we strongly prioritize and embrace Black, Indigenous and people of color; a multigenerational workforce; LGBTQ+; those across religious and spiritual affiliations; and people with disabilities to join our representative and highly talented team.