Job Title: Director of Membership and Individual Giving
To Apply: Contact info@uptownwestchester.org
Reports to: Executive Director
Status: Part-Time, Hourly (Flexible schedule, 15–20 hours/week)
Location: Hybrid – On-site in West Chester, PA with some remote flexibility
Compensation: $25–$38/hour, commensurate with experience (see tiers below)
Position Summary
Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center seeks a strategic and relationship-driven Director of Membership and Individual Giving to lead efforts in expanding individual donor engagement and membership growth. This new position will play a key role in building strong community connections, cultivating individual giving, improving and managing the membership program, and supporting overall development initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, creative environment and is passionate about live arts and cultural impact. This position offers room to grow within the organization and make a measurable difference in a dynamic, community-driven setting.
Key Responsibilities
Individual Giving & Donor Development
- Identify, research, and cultivate individual donors at all giving levels
- Manage donor correspondence, including appeals and acknowledgments
- Maintain and update CRM with donor activity and history
- Execute donor stewardship strategies and support major gift efforts
Membership Program Leadership
- Manage and grow the membership program
- Develop and implement acquisition and retention strategies
- Coordinate exclusive membership events, benefits, and communications
- Analyze membership trends and generate performance reports
Fundraising Campaigns
- Support organization-wide fundraising campaigns (e.g., GivingTuesday, year-end appeals, gala, education benefit, etc.)
- Track campaign results and prepare internal reports
Events & Community Engagement
- Lead planning and execution of donor/member events and receptions
- Serve as an Uptown ambassador at performances and community events
- Manage event follow-up and ensure accurate donor data updates
Qualifications
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
- Strong organizational skills with a detail-oriented mindset
- Experience with donor relations, membership programs, and fundraising campaigns
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment
- Prior experience in nonprofit development or arts administration preferred
Compensation Tiers
| Tier | Hourly Rate | Experience & Qualifications |
| Tier 1: Early Career | $25–$27/hour | 1–2 years of nonprofit, arts admin, or fundraising experience; strong writing skills and eagerness to grow |
| Tier 2: Mid-Level | $28–$32/hour | 3–5 years of experience with donor engagement, membership development, and fundraising |
| Tier 3: Senior-Level | $33–$38/hour | 5+ years of development experience with a strong record in donor cultivation, campaign success, and strategic planning |
This role is an opportunity to be at the forefront of expanding Uptown’s donor and member community, shaping the future of live arts in West Chester.