Manhattan School of Music seeks an Associate Vice President of Philanthropy/Director of Development to oversee the day-to-day management of the Office of Philanthropy, including planning, managing, and executing individual, institutional, annual, planned, and parent and alumni giving as well as high-profile special events, donor stewardship, and database management. The Associate Vice President of Philanthropy/Director of Development will be a highly organized advancement professional with a proven history of meeting fundraising goals. The Associate Vice President will possess the superior people management and communication and writing skills needed to secure support from new funders, broaden and deepen relationships with current funders, and motivate a high performing team.

Manhattan School of Music is one of the world’s foremost conservatories for classical music, jazz, and musical theatre. For more than 100 years, MSM has upheld a tradition of excellence in music education, from its beginnings as a small settlement house music program to its current state as an internationally renowned music conservatory. Manhattan School of Music is deeply committed to excellence in education, performance, and creative activity; to the humanity of the School’s environment; to preparing all students to find their success; and to the cultural enrichment of the larger community. The School inspires and empowers highly talented individuals to realize their potential and takes full advantage of New York City’s abundant learning and performance opportunities, preparing immensely talented students to be accomplished and passionate performers, composers and teachers, and imaginative, effective contributors to the arts and society.

"With the launch of the Second Century campaign, we are expanding our Philanthropy staff with a new Associate Vice President of Philanthropy/Director of Development position. I am looking to partner with someone as passionate about institution building as I am. Working together, we can ensure that this wonderful century-old institution continues to thrive and will educate gifted young musicians for generations to come. I love what I do, and I very much look forward to hearing from you if this has inspired you to reach out." — Susan Madden, Vice President for Philanthropy

For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.