Qualifications An educational and professional background with ten or more years of progressive leadership experience in an art, cultural, or education institution is preferred. A proven track record of securing six and seven-figure gifts, leading integrated earned and contributed revenue programs, and leading successful integrated marketing campaigns with measurable outcomes is required. Experience in all areas of advancement, including major gifts, planned giving, annual fund, membership, corporate sponsorships, foundation support, capital campaigns, endowments, special events, non-traditional fundraising resources, and strategic marketing and communications, including advertising and community promotions, public relations, print and digital content strategy and publications is needed. Demonstrable expertise in managing a substantial department, project, and/or program budget is expected. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking, are necessary, as are strong computer skills and knowledge of advanced donor research and customer relationship management systems. The candidate should also have a strong foundation in research methods, statistics, and data analysis, and experience using market research tools and interpreting data to inform marketing strategies. Experience raising funds throughout a large geographic region, nationally, or internationally To apply, click here: https://cdn.artbma.org/2025/02/13163625/BMA-Chief-of-External-Affairs-FINAL_021225.pdf