The Museum of Jewish Heritage seeks an articulate, strategic, and organized professional to steward government grant fulfillment, ensure compliance, and build relationships with government agencies and officials. The Government Liaison and Grants Coordinator advances the Museum’s philanthropic goals by assisting in the writing and submission of timely applications and reports to government agencies. The position will be responsible for fulfilling the requirements of all government-funded capital projects and will act as the Development team’s liaison to the Operations department. Further, the Government Liaison and Grants Coordinator will serve as the Museum’s Cultural Institutions Group (CIG) representative and will ensure timely and accurate compliance with all CIG-related reporting.

Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of the Senior Manager of Institutional Giving, solicit local, state, and federal government officials and agencies in support of Museum programmatic initiatives, capital needs, and general operations, including all aspects of the grant cycles: identifying opportunities, writing compelling grant applications, creating budgets, compiling supplemental materials, and reporting.
• Advance government-funded capital projects by participating in meetings, and ensuring timely and accurate submission of reports and supplemental paperwork.
• Work closely with the CIG Group and Department of Cultural Affairs participating in routine meetings and submitting reports, including the Museum’s Cultural Data Profile (CDP).
• Administer the Museum’s government web portals and relevant filings.
• Liaise with government offices to promote our programming, support advocacy work, and manage onsite events.
• Assist the Development team on event logistics for onsite cultivation and stewardship events where government officials or office members will be present.
• Ensure donor database records are up-to-date and aid in preparation of analytical reports to measure progress toward fundraising goals.
• Assist Museum leadership with production of collateral materials, Board reporting, and project management as needed.
• As needed, support the Development team with projects that advance the Museum’s fundraising efforts.

Requirements

• One to two years of related experience in non-profit or Museum environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to write and speak in clear and compelling ways.
• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills to successfully multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of New York City and New York State government structure, granting agencies, and application and reporting protocols.
• Must adhere to the highest ethical standards and project a positive attitude.
• Willingness to work Sundays and evenings as necessary.
• Proficiency in CRM systems.
• 2-year Community College or bachelor’s degree required.

Position Details

• Reports to Senior Manager of Institutional Giving.
• Covered by the DC-37 collective bargaining agreement.
• Annualized compensation rate of $46,009.60 ($22.12 per hour).
• Full-time, 40 hours a week including some evening and weekend hours, with hybrid schedule available after 90 days.

The Museum of Jewish Heritage is an equal-opportunity employer. As a cultural institution that teaches about the dangers of intolerance, the Museum is dedicated to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion in its hiring practices. Information about the Museum’s work and values can be found here.

For consideration, qualified candidates should submit a resume and a letter of interest with “Government Relations” in the subject line to: humanresources@mjhnyc.org