LA Opera
Los Angeles, CA
About the Opportunity
Contributed revenue is a primary and critical source of LA Opera’s income, and we are hiring an Institutional Giving Assistant to provide support for the fundraising work that makes LA Opera’s productions, programs and impact possible. Reporting to the Director of Institutional Giving and Government Relations, the Institutional Giving Assistant provides support for all aspects of our Foundation, Corporate and Government fundraising efforts.
Responsibilities include writing reports for grants received, maintaining grants and corporate sponsorship tracking and calendar, helping to implement corporate fulfillment, assisting in the creation of corporate sponsorship presentations, tracking and drafting acknowledgement letters, assisting with data entry of donations, and providing other support to the Institutional Giving team and broader Development department.
Compensation, benefits, and schedule:
This is a full-time, overtime-eligible position based out of the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles, with an anticipated base hourly rate of $24.00. This position is eligible to participate in LA Opera benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and long-term disability insurance; 403(b) retirement savings plan with a company match; cell phone stipend; Employee Assistance Program; subsidized parking or public transit reimbursement; and complimentary and discounted tickets.
The normal schedule is Monday through Friday with intermittent weekend and evening work. Presently there is hybrid work flexibility, with the possibility of working remotely up to two days a week in many weeks.
Who we’re looking for:
We are seeking a candidate interested in joining a dynamic, collaborative team at one of LA’s preeminent performing arts institutions. We’re looking for candidates with strong written and oral communication skills, an aptitude for learning new processes and applications, and good administrative skills, including proficiency using databases and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Prior experience in a nonprofit/fundraising environment is preferred.
Successful candidates will possess the following:
• highly organized with great attention to detail
• excellent writing skills
• team-oriented working style
• facility with managing competing deadlines
• problem-solving savvy and success adapting to changing priorities
• ability to handle confidential information sensitively and discreetly
Salary: $24, hourly
Benefits: This position is eligible to participate in LA Opera benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and long-term disability insurance; 403(b) retirement savings plan with a company match; cell phone stipend; Employee Assistance Program; subsidized parking or public transit reimbursement; and complimentary and discounted tickets.
Education requirements: None.
Deadline to apply: April 30, 2025
Documents required to apply: Resume
How to apply: Apply here.
