The Major Gifts Officer & Board Liaison plays a critical role in shaping and executing fundraising strategies across all giving levels. With a strong focus on donor engagement, acquisition, stewardship, and retention, the Major Gifts Officer & Board Liaison will build and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects while leading year-round outreach and fundraising initiatives. The position serves as the primary liaison to the Board of Trustees, supporting board engagement and philanthropic involvement. Reporting to the Director of Development & Deputy Director, the Major Gifts Officer & Board Liaison will supervise the Development Assistant, providing guidance and oversight to support departmental goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Major Gifts & Individual Giving

• Manage and grow a portfolio of individual donors and major gift prospects, ensuring consistent cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Lead and execute all aspects of the Annual Fund, including multi-channel outreach, donor segmentation, and year-over-year growth strategies.

• Oversee and expand the museum’s  general membership program, patron circles, and the International Advisory Council (IAC).

• Develop and implement clear, timely, and compelling donor communications, including appeals, updates, and acknowledgments. Work closely with Communications department.
• Promote a robust donor stewardship program that encourages retention and increased giving, utilizing personalized touchpoints such as handwritten notes, exclusive event invitations, and impact updates.
• Collaborate on the planning and execution of major fundraising events, supporting donor participation and maximizing philanthropic outcomes.
• Organize donor visits and cultivation events in coordination with cross-departmental staff to deepen donor engagement.
• Attend key patron, public, and special events to actively build relationships with current and prospective donors.
• Stay informed on best practices and emerging trends in fundraising, donor relations, and nonprofit development strategy.

Board Relations

• Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Trustees on all philanthropic matters, supporting a culture of giving and engagement.
• Coordinate and track all Trustee giving, including annual commitments, special campaigns, and in-kind contributions.
• Partner with the Board Chair, Director & CEO, and senior leadership to support and enhance board fundraising performance.
• Provide strategic guidance, training, and materials to empower board members in their fundraising efforts, including peer-to-peer solicitation and stewardship outreach.
• Facilitate meaningful board involvement in development initiatives, including cultivation events and donor engagement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5-7 years’ experience in development in a nonprofit institution, within a museum or cultural institution preferred.
• Proven experience managing a donor portfolio and securing gifts.
• Background supervising staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with donors, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial and results-oriented with a strong ability to set priorities and work towards outcomes in an organized, strategic manner.
• Strong time management skills, the ability to handle multiple tasks, adhere to deadlines and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability and interest in maintaining a thorough working knowledge of the organization’s strategic plan, mission, and vision – as well as the collection, exhibitions, and public programs.

Technology Skills

• Raiser’s Edge
• MS Suite

Language Skills

• Spanish proficiency.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range is estimated between $90,000 and $115,000 commensurate with experience.
• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 403(B) elections.
• Paid Time Off includes:
  • 3 weeks’ vacation (pro-rated in first year).
  • Christmas week.
  • 3 personal days (pro-rated in first year)
  • 5 sick days
• Commuter benefits – parking and mass transit flexible spending.

Application Instructions

Send resume with a brief statement summarizing your development background and why you’re interested in this position at the HSM&L.  Email materials to jobs@hispanicsociety.org. Please write “Major Gifts Officer & Board Liaison” in the subject line of the email.

The Hispanic Society Museum & Library (HSM&L), in collaboration with the Corda Foundation, is establishing a Poetry Center, a new initiative dedicated to celebrating Hispanic and Latin American poetry and advancing the legacy of David Rosenmann-Taub through his poetry, music, and drawings.  The position is grant funded and reports to the Director & CEO.

The HSM&L is seeking a head of the Poetry Center who will lead the Center’s programs, exhibitions, publications, and digital initiatives, while also serving as steward of Rosenmann-Taub’s archive. This is a unique opportunity to shape a new cultural initiative within a historic institution, engaging audiences locally, nationally, and globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Exhibitions & Programs: Conceive, organize, and present exhibitions, readings, lectures, and workshops highlighting Hispanic and Latin American poetry and related art forms.
• Educational Engagement: Develop programs for a wide range of audiences, from scholars and poets to students and the general public.
• Digital Presence: Create and manage content for the Poetry Center’s online platform, including poems, essays, video clips, news, and interactive resources.
• Archive Stewardship: Oversee the Archive of David Rosenmann-Taub, ensuring its preservation, accessibility, and integration into programming and research.
• Scholarly & Artistic Collaboration: Cultivate relationships with poets, writers, scholars, and cultural institutions to expand the reach and relevance of the Center.
• Visitor & Research Support: Facilitate access to the archive for researchers and coordinate scholarly engagement.
• Institutional Contribution: Collaborate with HSM&L colleagues on cross-disciplinary projects, integrating poetry with visual arts, music, dance, film, and literature.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in a relevant field (literature, cultural studies, arts administration, or related).
• Bilingual fluency and deep familiarity in Spanish and English; knowledge of Portuguese strongly preferred.
• Deep familiarity with Hispanic and Latin American poetry and demonstrated passion for poetry and the arts.
• Strong record of communication and public engagement, including event organization and/or teaching.
• Experience creating written, visual, and digital content for diverse platforms.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills; ability to manage projects independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with the works of David Rosenmann-Taub and established connections in the literary and academic communities of Hispanic and Latin American poetry are significant assets.

Technology Skills

• MS Office suite
• The Museum System (TMS)

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range is estimated between $90,000 and $110,000 commensurate with experience.
• Medical, Dental, Vision and 403(B) elections.
• Paid Time Off includes:
  • 3 weeks’ vacation (pro-rated in first year).
  • 3 personal days (pro-rated in first year)
  • 5 sick days
• Commuter benefits – parking and mass transit flexible spending

Application Instructions

Please include the following items in your application and write “Head of Poetry Center” in the subject line of your email. Send materials to:  jobs@hispanicsociety.org.

• • A cover letter describing interest and qualifications.
  • Curriculum vitae or résumé.
  • List of three references with contact details.