Job opportunities at the Joffrey

The Assistant Director of Grants and Partnerships reports to the Associate Director of Corporate Partnerships and is responsible for raising funds with a focus on corporate, foundation, and government funders and prospects. This includes managing the production of proposals, grants, reports and stewardship, while meeting all deadlines. This position works closely with the development team, senior leadership, Board Directors, and executives to effectively communicate, build relationships, and solicit support of the Joffrey.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage grant and sponsorship calendars; coordinate and communicate with senior leadership and volunteers to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Prepare grant proposals, solicitations, letters of intent, invoices and reports in accordance with funder and Joffrey standards.
• Ensure that donor and sponsor recognition and benefits are delivered as promised.
• Staff senior leaders and volunteers for meetings and communications with current and prospective funders.
• Conduct research to identify new grant and sponsorship opportunities, match with Joffrey programs and initiatives, and prepare donor profiles.
• Maintain accurate donor contact information, solicitation and stewardship plans in Tessitura.
• Maintain library of materials to be submitted with proposals and reports (i.e. articles, budgets, Board list, etc.)
• Prepare personalized acknowledgement letters for signature by Chief Development Officer, President & CEO, and volunteer leaders.
• Assist with the preparation of the annual development plan and budget with goals and strategies for grants and sponsorships.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities Include:

• Represent the Joffrey and its programs at Joffrey performances and events.
• Assist in development and marketing department activities as needed to achieve the Joffrey’s fund raising goals.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENT: Undergraduate degree required. A minimum of three (3) years of development experience necessary, with a proven track record of accomplishment and success in fundraising in an arts or related organization. The ideal candidate will have exceptional ability to speak and write persuasively with donors and prospective donors about the needs and goals of The Joffrey Ballet. They will be a self-starter with the ability to make decisions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, be knowledgeable about Chicago’s institutional funding community and embrace opportunities to learn.  Excellent strategic, technical, and organizational, and computer skills required. Must be professional, detail-oriented and have excellent communication skills. Knowledge of Tessitura or other development information systems a plus. Deep commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion required.

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5pm, additional hours as required, including regular attendance at evening and weekend performances and events.

APPLICABLE PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES: General mobility in office areas.  Ability to operate data processing and other office equipment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

TO APPLY: Submit your resume and cover letter through our Career Center

The Joffrey Academy of Dance, Official School of The Joffrey Ballet is continually seeking talented, experienced classical ballet teachers for part-time faculty positions. Faculty members are responsible for teaching anywhere from 1-20 hours per week in the Academy's Children's, Youth, Adult and/or Pre-Professional Divisions. Part-Time Faculty members work closely with the Academy Artistic Directors to maintain the Joffrey Academy’s syllabus and uphold the artistic excellence for the Joffrey Academy. Part-Time Faculty members are expected to adhere to the policies and procedures of the Joffrey Academy of Dance. 

Responsibilities include; prepare and teach ballet, pointe, and classical repertoire classes at the Joffrey Academy of Dance, as scheduled by the Academy Staff, maintain a strong knowledge and understanding of the Joffrey Academy syllabus, serve on the substitute list for ballet classes, as availability permits, complete student evaluation forms for students in the Fall and Spring semesters, maintain a positive and structured classroom environment, teach private lessons, as needed and as availability permits, communicate regularly with Academy Artistic Staff and Faculty, Academy Administration, and other Joffrey Ballet staff members, meet with Artistic Staff and students/families, as needed, attend faculty meetings throughout the year, as availability permits, and complete paperwork and input payroll hours, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
2-5 years, minimum, teaching experience in classical ballet
Must have a strong technical background in classical ballet 
Work exceptionally well with young students
Have a desire to learn the Joffrey Academy’s syllabus
Enjoy working in a collaborative environment as a team player
Be able to take constructive feedback to achieve high artistic standards

WORK SCHEDULE: 
Schedule will be mutually agreed upon by the Joffrey Academy and the Faculty Member. Hours primarily after 4pm on weekdays and 9am-3pm on weekends. Teaching schedule may vary each semester.

TO APPLY:
Submit resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendations through our Career Center