Associate Vice President, Development

WittKieffer is proud to partner with the New York Philharmonic in its search for the next Associate Vice President, Development(AVP). The New York Philharmonic stands at a defining moment in its long and distinguished history, and the AVP will play a pivotal role inshaping its philanthropic future and propelling the institution into this next great era.

As the institution prepares for its nextcomprehensive campaign and embraces a new era of artistic leadership under incoming Music and Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel andPresident & CEO Matías Tarnopolsky, the AVP will play a critical role in growing and diversifying philanthropic support, deepening donorengagement, and ensuring the financial strength of one of the world's most renowned orchestras.

Reporting to the Senior VicePresident, Philanthropy, Adam Z. Gerdts, the AVP provides strategic direction, leadership, and day-to-day management across four keyfundraising areas: Individual Giving, Institutional Giving & Corporate Partnerships, Major Giving, and Special Events. The talented team of23 reporting to the AVP will work collaboratively across departments, with senior leadership, and other key partners to advance thePhilharmonic's mission and artistic vision.

The AVP will believe in the power of music to bring diverse audiences together andfully embrace the unique nature of New York City's arts and cultural scene. Central to long-term success will be expanding the donorpipeline with a focus on multi-year pledges. With New York's unmatched philanthropic landscape and the Philharmonic's global brand, the AVPwill be tasked with identifying, engaging, and stewarding a new generation of prospects while deepening relationships with longstandingsupporters. This work will provide the foundation for sustainable growth and future campaigns, ensuring the Philharmonic continues to thriveartistically and institutionally.

The AVP and team will continue to create personalized experiences, engage donor prospects,develop strategic solicitation plans, build world-class stewardship, and reimagine how an orchestra presents itself to a new universe ofsupporters. The New York Philharmonic is privileged to host exceptional guests and seeks to honor their generosity with thoughtfulexperiences that inspire, create emotional connection, and illuminate the transformative power of philanthropy at the Institution. The AVPwill carry a small portfolio of key relationships while primarily focusing on leadership of their team and within the wider organization.

To succeed, the AVP must have a successful record leading major gift fundraising strategy and managing comprehensive philanthropicprograms of comparable size and complexity. The AVP will bring deep experience in campaign strategy and execution, strong strategic thinkingabilities, and exceptional communication and relationship-building skills. The AVP will be well-versed in advancement analytics,particularly in tracking and measurement of portfolio moves management, prioritization, event and engagement activity return on investment,and organizational assessment. Most importantly, the AVP will have a passion for the Philharmonic's mission and help shape the next chapterof one of the world's most iconic cultural institutions.

We invite you to review a complete leadership profile here .

WittKieffer is assisting the New York Philharmonic with this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should bereceived by Friday, April 10, 2026 . All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as twoseparate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the Leadership Profile. Application materials should be submitted to WittKieffer's candidate portal .

Nominations and inquiries can be directedto: Melissa Fincher, Greg Duyck, and Maya Holt-Brockenbrough, Ph.D. at NYPhilAVPDevelopment@wittki effer.com .

The base compensation range for this position is $210,000-$230,000. Compensation will be determined based on a range offactors, including but not limited to scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, and budget, and willbe subject to Fair Market Value evaluation.

The New York Philharmonic offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  
• Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
  
• Employer-paidLife and Disability insurance
  
• 12 Holidays
  
• Competitive Vacation benefits
  
• Access to world-class performances andevents

The New York Philharmonic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, immigrationor citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, marital and partnership status, national origin, race,religion, sexual orientation, status as a veteran or active military service member, or any other characteristic protected by federal,state, or local laws in its employment policies.

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