New York Botanical Garden

Manager, Advancement Operations and Communications

BRONX, NYPosted 22 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from New York Botanical Garden

  • Job overview

    The Manager, Advancement Operations and Communications at New York Botanical Garden oversees communication projects and donor relations to support the fundraising program's success.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves managing email newsletters, communications calendars, liaising for science webinars, implementing digital outreach, authoring documents, and supporting special projects.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The salary ranges from $68,000 to $72,000, commensurate with experience; no specific mention of bonuses or benefits.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires three or more years of fundraising or related experience, proficiency with major email platforms like Dot Digital, excellent writing and organizational skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office and CRM systems, a bachelor's degree, and a driver's license.

  • Work environment and culture

    The position requires collaboration within a diverse, multi-generational environment and occasional work during evenings or weekends for events.

  • Company information

    New York Botanical Garden is an institution focused on botanical research and education, supporting fundraising through advancement operations.

  • Team overview

    The role reports to the Director of Advancement Operations and Communication and works within the Institutional Advancement department and Advancement Operations team.

  • Job location and travel

    The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with some outdoor work and occasional evening or weekend events.

  • Unique job features

    The job includes managing digital outreach and communications for fundraising, requiring discretion and sound judgment in a dynamic environment.

Company overview

The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) is a renowned botanical garden located in the Bronx, New York City, dedicated to plant research, conservation, and education. Established in 1891, NYBG spans 250 acres and features over one million living plants in extensive collections. The institution generates revenue through admissions, memberships, educational programs, special events, and grants. NYBG is also notable for its scientific research, housing one of the world's largest plant research and conservation programs, and its historic Enid A. Haupt Conservatory.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your experience managing communications projects, especially email newsletters and digital outreach, aligning with NYBG’s focus on fundraising communications.

  • Emphasize skills in email platforms like Dot Digital, proficiency with CRM systems such as Raiser’s Edge, and strong writing, editing, and organizational abilities as detailed in the job description.

  • Apply through multiple channels including the New York Botanical Garden’s official careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with current Institutional Advancement team members or the Advancement Operations division at NYBG, using ice breakers like commenting on a recent NYBG event or asking about their experience collaborating across departments.

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