LA Opera is seeking an Annual Fund Coordinator to join our team and play a vital role in supporting our Development department’s cultivation and stewardship of LA Opera’s donor base. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely data entry, coordinating donor acknowledgments, supporting benefit fulfillment, and providing administrative support across a variety of fundraising functions.

This is a full-time, overtime-eligible administrative staff position based out of the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles. Presently there is some remote work flexibility, with the ability to work remotely up to twice a week in many weeks. The anticipated range for the starting base annual rate of pay is $49,920 to $54,080. This position requires some evening and weekend work related to performances and other donor events, in addition to regular office hours. 

Examples of key responsibilities

• Accurately enter daily contributions into the donor database and maintain meticulous donor records. 
• Process donor acknowledgments, including generating reports and executing mail merges for timely thank-you letters. 
• Pull targeted lists for mailings, events, and solicitations. 
• Track and process departmental invoices, monitor expenses, and maintain financial records in coordination with Finance. 
• Coordinate the Donor Dress Rehearsal program, including communications, RSVP tracking, and onsite support. 
• Track VIP subscription purchases and assist in coordinating subscription seating meetings. 
• Respond promptly and professionally to donor inquiries via phone and email. 
• Provide staffing support for the Allegro donor lounge during some performances and other donor cultivation events. 
• Provide other administrative and event staffing support to the Development department.

 Qualifications/requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); ability to quickly learn new systems and adhere to cybersecurity protocols. 
• Collaborative team player with a proactive attitude and excellent interpersonal communication skills. 
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in both data entry and written communication. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. 
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. 
• Experience with donor management systems such as Tessitura is a plus. 
• Demonstrated analytical skills and comfort working with data is preferred. 

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter here. Applications received by August 29th will receive full consideration.  

If you believe you have what it takes to excel in this position and your experience doesn’t align exactly with every requirement listed above, we still want to hear from you. In your cover letter, please tell us why your skills and experience make you an excellent candidate for the role. 

About LA Opera
LA Opera is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that plays a vital role in Southern California’s cultural life. Each year, hundreds of employees and artists help us produce world-class grand opera at our home in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. We reach many more through other performances across Los Angeles and our Connects education and community engagement programs. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.