The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is one of the largest museums of modern and contemporary art in the United States and a thriving cultural center for the Bay Area. We cannot imagine life without art; it inspires and connects us every day. Now more than ever, these connections matter and are aligned with our values.
Inclusive: We strive to be a museum of many voices in dialogue.
Passionate: We believe working with art is more than a job or trusteeship - it's a way of life.
Brave: We are committed to approaching our work with courage and a sense of adventure, always ready to explore new perspectives.
Empathic: We aim to act like a person, not an institution.
SFMOMA is a place for the infinitely curious to explore, support, and experience the art of our time. We believe that modern and contemporary art can influence the way we think, view the world, and embrace the many voices and perspectives around us. We aspire to foster an environment that elicits joy, nurtures a sense of belonging and purpose—where difference is seen as a strength, and every one is appreciated for their whole self.
Schedule: Full Time, 35 hours/week, at least three days on site per week
SFMOMA’s Annual Giving team cultivates strong relationships to fundraise unrestricted support for museum initiatives. The Assistant Director of Annual Giving, Director’s Circle is responsible for successful oversight of the Director’s Circle annual membership program of contributors of $25,000 and above—achieving annual revenue goals, ensuring excellent donor relations, developing an engaging annual events program, identifying and soliciting prospects, leading acquisition and upgrade campaigns, and managing one staff member.
Reporting to and partnering with the Head of Major and Annual Giving, the person in this role must have an entrepreneurial approach to fundraising. They thrive at engaging and inspiring donors and have a strong track record of personally asking for and securing significant funding.
Within the first year, the Assistant Director of Annual Giving, Director’s Circle will:
- Demonstrate creative and enterprising ownership of revenue goals totaling over $3.7M annually.
- Build strong relationships with donors and Trustees, effectively managing the donor volunteer leadership committee, and actively fundraising from donors and prospects.
- Provide inspiring leadership to one full-time staff member: the Annual Giving Associate, Director's Circle.
- Model a commitment to advancing actionable diversity, equity, and inclusion in Annual Giving, Philanthropy, and across the museum.
Responsibilities & Duties
Qualifications & Skills
- Possession of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding annual goals of at least $1 million
- Minimum of five (5) years working directly with senior management and the Board of Trustees of an organization
- Extensive knowledge of fundraising principles, techniques, and ethics
- Experience in devising strategies for cultivation and solicitation of donors, including crafting compelling written solicitations and communications
- Knowledge of Bay Area philanthropic community is helpful
- A passion for or knowledge of the arts is highly desirable
Working Conditions
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Willingness to work flexible hours.
- Work schedule includes evenings and travel, as well as minimal weekends.
- Public and office environment.
Job posting open date: 7/23/26
All jobs posted will remain open for at least five business days.
We encourage both internal and external candidates to apply within the initial open posting period as the application close date may or may not be extended beyond that initial period. Applications will not be accepted after a posting has been closed.
Location: San Francisco, 151 3rd Street.
Benefits: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Pet Insurance, Life and AD&D Coverage, Disability Insurance, Mental Health and Wellness Benefits, Discount Programs, Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, SFMOMA Membership, and more
At SFMOMA, we do not believe that any applicant can, or should, meet every qualification listed in a job posting. We are committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and professional paths who are inspired to join a mission-driven, community-oriented organization grounded in inclusivity, passion, bravery, and empathy.
If this describes you, we encourage you to apply.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
SFMOMA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. No person shall be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, genetic information, ancestry/national origin, marital status, disability, medical condition, HIV status, sexual orientation, veteran/military status, and any other category protected by federal or state law.
You may request reasonable accommodation if you are unable to or are limited in your ability to access job postings or provide additional information asked in the job posting.
You can request reasonable accommodation by contacting the People Team at talent@sfmoma.org.
