LOCATION: New York, NY (Hybrid)
DEPARTMENT: Finance
POSITION TITLE: Development Associate [DEV003]
REPORTS TO: Director of Finance
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time
COMPENSATION: Unpaid
START DATE: Immediately upon hire
Position Summary
The Development Associate will play a key role in advancing the theatre’s mission by helping to secure critical funding for productions and programs. Working closely with the Finance Director, the Development Associate will participate in the planning, execution, and assessment of annual fundraising initiatives. This position will focus on grant research, proposal writing, application submission, and the design and management of crowdfunding campaigns. The ideal candidate is a creative and detail-oriented writer, eager to learn and capable of communicating the organization’s unique strengths. The Development Associate will gain hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising and will have opportunities for professional growth within the organization.
小隙大作戏剧工作室的集资专员将在推进剧团艺术使命的过程中发挥关键作用，协助为各类剧目及项目筹集所需的资金。集资专员将与财务总监密切合作，参与年度筹资计划的策划、执行与效果评估。该岗位的核心职责包括基金项目的调研、申请材料的撰写与递交，以及众筹活动的策划和管理。理想的候选人需具备良好的创意写作能力和细致入微的工作态度，善于学习并能有效传达剧团的独特优势。集资专员将在非营利领域获得宝贵的一线筹资经验，并具备良好的职业发展空间。
Key Responsibilities
Annual Fundraising Planning & Execution
Collaborate with the Finance Director to develop, implement, and track annual fundraising strategies aligned with the theatre’s mission and programming needs.
Research and identify suitable grant opportunities from foundations, government agencies, and other funding sources, building and maintaining a calendar of deadlines and requirements.
Design, plan, and help execute crowdfunding campaigns tailored to different productions or initiatives, analyzing past efforts and current trends for maximum impact.
Grant Research & Proposal Development
Conduct thorough background research on potential grant-makers, analyzing their funding priorities and history to determine strategic fit with the organization’s projects and vision.
Draft, edit, and customize compelling grant proposals, narratives, and supporting documents, ensuring each application reflects the theatre’s unique mission and programmatic strengths.
Complete and submit grant applications, ensuring accuracy, compliance with guidelines, and timely delivery of all required materials.
Impact Measurement & Reporting
Collaborate with relevant teams to collect data and stories that demonstrate program impact, preparing grant reports and stewardship communications for funders as required.
Maintain accurate records of submissions, awards, deadlines, and reporting requirements in an organized system for future reference and audit readiness.
Collaboration & Relationship Building
Partner with the Artistic, Education, and Community Engagement teams to gather information for applications and ensure fundraising messages are aligned with organizational values and program goals.
Support cultivation and stewardship of grantors and donors by preparing updates, acknowledgments, and impact reports as needed.
Innovation & Learning
Stay informed of trends and best practices in arts fundraising, nonprofit grantmaking, and crowdfunding; proactively recommend new approaches to strengthen the organization’s development strategy.
Participate in internal trainings or professional development to build skills in grant writing, research, and fundraising communications.
年度筹资规划与执行
协助财务总监制定并落实与剧团使命和项目需求相匹配的年度筹资策略
调研并筛选适合剧团的各类基金项目，建立并维护申请日程与要求
设计、策划并协助执行针对不同剧目或项目的众筹活动，结合以往经验和最新趋势提升筹资成效
基金调研与申请材料撰写
深入调研潜在基金方，分析其资助方向与过往支持案例，评估与剧团项目的契合度
撰写并定制有针对性的基金申请书及相关支持材料，突出剧团的独特使命与项目亮点
负责基金申请材料的递交，确保内容合规、材料齐全并按时提交
项目成效跟踪与反馈
联合剧团各部门收集活动数据与故事案例，用于撰写基金报告及捐赠方反馈材料
及时、规范地整理和归档各项基金申请、获批、报告等信息，便于后续查阅与审核
跨部门协作与关系维护
与艺术、教育及社区拓展等团队紧密合作，获取所需信息，确保筹资内容与剧团整体价值观一致
协助维护与基金方及捐赠者的关系，定期准备进展更新和感谢信
创新与学习提升
持续关注艺术领域筹资及非营利行业的最新动态与最佳实践，主动提出创新建议优化筹资策略
参与剧团内部培训及专业成长机会，提升基金撰写、调研与传播等相关能力
Qualifications
Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English.
Excellent written communication and creative writing skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives for grant and fundraising materials
Strong attention to detail, with a high sense of responsibility and accuracy
Effective time management and multitasking skills, able to meet multiple deadlines
Willingness to learn and adapt to new knowledge and skills, especially in nonprofit fundraising
Good teamwork and communication skills, able to collaborate with colleagues across departments
Passion for the performing arts or a strong interest in nonprofit/social impact work
Previous experience in grant writing, crowdfunding, or copywriting is a plus (not required—training provided)
具备中英文双语流利沟通能力。
具备优秀的文字表达与创意写作能力，能够根据不同项目撰写有说服力的申请材料
做事细致认真，善于发现和避免疏漏，具备高度的责任感
拥有良好的时间管理和多任务处理能力，能够高效完成多项工作并遵守截止日期
乐于学习，积极适应新知识和技能，愿意主动探索非营利筹资相关内容
具备良好的团队协作和沟通能力，能够与不同部门有效配合
热爱表演艺术或对公益/非营利事业有浓厚兴趣
有基金申请、众筹、文案撰写或相关经验者优先（非必须，有培训机会）
To Apply…
Please submit your resume and the following required materials using the application form linked below. Click the “Apply Now” button to begin. You are also welcome to include any additional materials that you feel help us better understand your skills, background, or passion—even if they are not specifically requested.
If you have any questions, please email us. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
Required Materials: Please provide an academic or professional writing sample.
(Optional) Please provide a cover letter.