Development Coordinator

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with donor ticket requests, correspondence, mailings, recordkeeping, and other core administrative tasks.
• Support stewardship efforts for key corporate sponsors and affiliate fundraising groups, as well as the Met’s Encore Society.
• Maintain shared documents, digital files, and other department materials to support effective communication and coordination.
• Maintain accurate donor records in Tessitura and help track prospect activity and pipeline progress.
• Assist in developing and updating donor-facing materials and select affiliate group content for the Met’s website.
• Coordinate invitations, RSVPs, staffing, and event logistics for on-site and off-site affiliate fundraising events.
• Provide phone and email coverage for planned giving and general administrative support to the greater department as needed.
• Assist with additional Development events, presentations, and special projects as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

• B.A. degree or equivalent.
• 2 years related experience, preferably in arts administration.
• Excellent attention to detail, and strong interpersonal and written skills required.
• Proficient with all basic computer programs, including Outlook and Microsoft Office. Experience with donor databases, particularly Tessitura, a plus.
• Must be interested in the performing arts, with knowledge of music and/or opera a plus.
• Proficiency in Korean and other languages, a plus.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work well with all personality types and be collaborative with colleagues and management at all levels and across multiple departments.
• Growth-oriented mindset and ability to take initiative.
• Superior organizational/time management skills.
• Capable of working quickly and adapting readily to changes in priorities.
• Willingness to work nights and additional weekend hours as needed.