As a key member of the fundraising team at the Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, the Advancement Officer helps to lead the design, management, and execution of the museum’s annual fundraising program, with a strong focus on direct cultivation and solicitation of individual donors and members at all levels. They work closely with the Executive Director and Director of Development to set annual targets and strategic long-term priorities for the development department, in support of ICA LA’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives.

The Advancement Officer for Individual Giving must have extensive knowledge of museum Development operations and systems. This position administrates the museum’s two major donor groups—Curator’s Council and Fieldwork Council—and the two upper-level membership circles—Angeleno Collective and 7th Street Collective. This position also manages a personal portfolio of individual supporters and proactively identifies and engages new prospective donors for ICA LA. Additional duties include being a core member of the team for the planning and execution of ICA LA’s fundraising events, member events, opening celebrations, all cultivation events, and supporting with patron travel program. The Advancement Officer for Individual Giving is also a key member of the fundraising team for ICA LA’s capital campaign, which raises funds in addition to the annual operating expenses in support of priorities outlined in a strategic plan adopted in 2022.