The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts · 4 days ago
NSO Development Assistant & Data Specialist
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $24/hrThe John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is a cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. They are seeking a Development Assistant and Data Specialist to support the NSO Development team with donor relations, data management, and customer service.
Education
Responsibilities
Serve as primary contact for NSO Circles Members, managing and appropriately directing donor requests via phone, email or in-person
Serve as primary database specialist for NSO Development, ensuring data accuracy and integrity in our CRM System (Tessitura)
Process all NSO Development gift entries (checks, credit cards, stock gifts) with accuracy and attention to detail into CRM System
Maintain and update donor records including contact information, giving history, and engagement activities provided by development leadership
Conduct data audits to identify and correct errors or inconsistencies
Assist with stewardship and benefit fulfillment for individual donors
Assist with the draft and distribution of pledge reminders and gift acknowledgements
Assist with coordinating reports and data pulls to support the development team
Track and process approved development-specific expenses
Other duties as assigned
Responds to the needs and requests of Kennedy Center management and staff in a professional and expedient manner; Adheres to all employer policies and procedures
Will need to work some nights and weekends to interact and steward donors during concerts and special events
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in a related field
Experience in a front-facing, customer service–oriented role with the ability to communicate with donors and colleagues warmly and professionally
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with a high degree of professionalism
Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines with moderate supervision
Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided
Candidate must be willing to work onsite
Preferred
Experience with Tessitura or a comparable CRM system is preferred but not required
Familiarity with CRM databases strongly preferred (Tessitura experience a plus)
Working knowledge of the performing arts, particularly classical music, is helpful but not required
Benefits
Staff offers for discount tickets
Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment)
Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)
Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire
13 paid holidays per year
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA
Company
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts produces and presents theatre and musicals, dance and ballet, and more.
Founded in 1971Washington, District of Columbia, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
The Genesis Inspiration Foundation
2025-12-18Grant
Leadership Team
Stacey B. Johnson
Chief Financial Officer
Alexandra van den Heever
Manager, National Community Partnerships (Education Division)
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