Grants and Programs Manager - Florida Humanities

Posted on May 3, 2021
St. Petersburg, FL

Florida Humanities seeks an experienced Grants and Programs Coordinator who will support the promotion, awarding and administration of Florida Humanities’ various grantmaking programs. This position will also be responsible for direct management of select public programs including our statewide speakers program, “Florida Talks”. This full-time, twelve-month contracted position will primarily report to the Grants Director but will also
work closely with other staff members.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in tracking, recording, and maintaining grant applications and funded grants in Florida Humanities’ online grants management system (Foundant) and in its organizational database (Raisers Edge)
• Provide technical support to applicants, staff, and evaluators for the online grants management system
• Oversee all aspects of administration of the “Florida Talks” program with community partners
• Maintain Florida Humanities Events Calendar
• Assist in organizing informational workshops and webinars, both virtual and in-person, for grant applicants
• Compile grants and program-related statistics and reports
• Assist with preparing content for social media, e-news, Florida Humanities’ FORUM magazine, and general communications related to grants and public programs
• Prepare materials for meetings of Florida Humanities’ grant review committee, the board and its Programs Committee
• Other tasks assigned by the Grants Director and Associate Director

Position Qualifications:

• B.A./B.S. degree, preferably in the humanities
• Three to five years of grants and/or public program management experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, maintain deadlines, and produce high-quality work
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collegially within a small staff and to establish service-oriented, helpful relationships with
• Florida Humanities’ partners and constituents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace (formerly G Suite), and database software. Proficiency with Raisers Edge and Foundant GLM software strongly preferred.
• Interest in and an enthusiasm for the humanities, particularly public humanities programming Familiarity with cultural organizations in Florida is a plus

How to Apply:

Email your resume, cover letter, and salary and benefits requirements to pputman@flahum.org. Please include “Grants and Programs Coordinator – YOUR NAME” in the subject line. No phone calls please. Applications accepted until position is filled. In-person interviews are expected to begin in early June 2021. Position will remain open until filled.

The Florida Humanities Council is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to establish and maintain diversity among its staff and is thereby inclusive in its employment practices. Florida Humanities is also following local  CDC guidelines regarding COVID practices and is currently working remotely. When it is deemed safe to do so,  staff will return to the office and this position may require occasional statewide travel and/or irregular work  hours.

Director of Development - Miami City Ballet

Posted on April 12, 2021
Miami Beach, FL


Miami City Ballet (MCB) was founded in 1985 by philanthropist, Toby Lerner Ansin, and Founding Artistic Director, Edward Villella. The Company’s repertory of 100 ballets, including 13 world premieres, was built upon George Balanchine’s neoclassical catalogue and gradually expanded to include seminal classical works and groundbreaking new choreography. MCB’s expansive selection of dance works contributes to the growth of the field highlighting South Florida as a global cultural hub, and provides residents and visitors alike with the opportunity to experience genre-defining artistry.

Each season, MCB presents mainstage performances in Miami-Dade, Palm Beach, Broward, and Collier Counties, serving approximately 120,000 patrons through three diverse repertory programs; the treasured holiday fairytale, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®; and a burgeoning roster of touring engagements throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe.

Concurrently with being at the forefront of artistic excellence, MCB embodies the belief that ballet is for everyone, and strives to be a national leader in diversity within classical ballet. MCB’s roster of 50 dancers represents some of the most stellar talent from around the world, with many having trained at world-famous programs including the School of American Ballet, San Francisco Ballet School, and Joffrey Ballet School; as well as the abundant talent pool from Miami City Ballet School. Among their many exceptional talents, their strength also lies in the fact that they look like our uniquely-diverse South Florida community—allowing audiences near and abroad to relate to the artistry that is presented onstage.

MCB is at a pivotal moment in its trajectory. As the Company anticipates the completion of its historic $55 million Transforming Lives Campaign in 2022, MCB is investing in the growth of its development team and planned giving program to prepare for an anticipated endowment campaign.

To further expand the Company’s mission, MCB seeks a seasoned, creative, and accomplished development professional to serve as Director of Development (DoD). The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record of identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts in the five- to six-figure range, ideally within a ballet company, performing arts, or cultural environment. S/he will build and expand the individual and annual gift programs and systemically identify and build relationships with existing and new donors and prospects, including individuals from the culturally diverse communities that MCB serves. The ideal DoD will have a track record of success working with prospects and donors to secure individual, planned, and blended gifts.

The DoD will manage and mentor a team of professional staff and utilize clearly defined goals, objectives, and transparent methods with which to measure success. S/he will instill the importance of stewarding all gifts in ways that strengthen donors’ interests in, and satisfaction with, MCB. The successful candidate will serve as an eloquent spokesperson and representative for MCB at the Company’s performances in South Florida and all special events.

The candidate will report to the Chief Development Officer and have four direct reports: the Senior Director, Major Gifts, Major Gift Officer, Associate Director of Membership, and Development Associate. To expand individual philanthropic support, the successful DoD will partner with the Chief Development Officer, the development team, and Miami City Ballet key stakeholders, including the Board of Trustees, Artistic Director, Executive Director, Chief Community Engagement Officer, School Artistic Director and School Managing Director.

Miami City Ballet has retained Freeman Philanthropic Services, LLC to facilitate this executive recruitment. Please send confidential inquiries and applications directly to Freeman Philanthropic Services, LLC via e-mail at MCB-DoD@glfreeman.com.