Membership & Philanthropy Associate
About the Organization
Founded in 1823, the New Hampshire Historical Society is the fifth-oldest historical society in the nation and one of New Hampshire’s leading cultural organizations. It is the only institution devoted to saving, preserving, and sharing all aspects of New Hampshire’s history.
The Society has saved and preserved the most extensive collection of objects, archives, books, and research resources related to New Hampshire history that can be found anywhere. Headquartered in the state’s capital city, the Society uses its vast resources to serve thousands of adults and children each year through its library, museum, websites, publications, exhibitions, public programs, and youth and school educational programs. In recent years the Society has undertaken major initiatives to serve more people and expand access in three focus areas: increased public programming; accelerated digitization of the collections and expanded access through an integrated online collections catalog; and increased support of New Hampshire social studies teachers and education.
The Society’s key priority programmatic and organizational goals are: to enhance the lives of residents and visitors by fostering a greater appreciation of our common history and culture; to improve the quality of history, civics, and social studies education statewide; and to continue to strengthen the organization’s financial sustainability.
The New Hampshire Historical Society is an independent nonprofit organization that receives no financial support from state government. It is financially strong and has a growing statewide membership. The Society is governed by a 22-member board of trustees and employees a professional staff assisted by volunteers. For more information, visit nhhistory.org.
About the Job
SCOPE OF WORK:
Performs a variety of duties to strengthen relationships with members and donors, attract new members, and increase funding. Is a key member of the membership and development team that includes the president, vice president, and board development committee. The work schedule is 35 hours per week (1,820 hours per year); 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some non-traditional hours required for programs and events.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Process all gift entries and prepare gift reports and acknowledgments.
- Manage gift documentation and department files, electronic and print.
- Assist with the planning of and produce appeals for membership, annual fund, and other fundraising campaigns.
- Participate in the planning and implementation of membership programs and events (annual meeting, exhibition openings, planned giving events, etc.).
- Prepare member and donor lists for appeals, reporting, recognition, distribution of print and electronic communications, etc.
- Interact with a variety of internal and external constituents in a helpful, friendly, and professional manner.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and accuracy are essential.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and good judgment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent customer service and communications skills, including the ability to write in a concise and engaging manner.
- Ability to work efficiently and independently, while also having enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a shared decision-making environment.
- Strong computer skills in a variety of applications, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and donor management software (Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge a plus)
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; minimum two years of finance or administrative office experience.
- Belief in the purpose and mission of the New Hampshire Historical Society.
If you do not meet all the qualifications but are excited about the role and have transferable or equivalent skills, experience, or education, we encourage you to apply and highlight those areas. The posted salary is a starting range depending on experience and qualifications.
BENEFITS:
The New Hampshire Historical Society’s employee benefits include paid vacation, holidays, and personal time off; health insurance; short and long-term disability coverage; life insurance; and a matching 403b plan.
To apply, please send cover letter, including salary expectations, and resume in PDF format, to Joan Desmarais, Vice President, at jdesmarais@nhhistory.org. Subject line of the email should read: “Membership & Philanthropy Associate Application: [Your Last Name]”