JOB SUMMARY:
At CSIS we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from traditionally underrepresented groups.
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 200 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.
CSIS seeks a coordinator to support the Development Office's fundraising efforts. The Development Office works in collaboration with research programs and management departments across the Center to strategically develop and strengthen financial support from corporations, foundations, governments, and individuals to advance CSIS's institutional goals and objectives. The Development Coordinator position offers great opportunities for growth in the development and fundraising field, as well as significant exposure to related disciplines such as finance, external relations, and marketing.
The minimum salary for this role is $55,000.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Support the Chief Development Officer (CDO) via schedule management and other administrative tasks
• Coordinate meetings and conference calls on behalf of the CDO and development team
• Coordinate VIP events, as assigned, including managing invitation design, lists, RSVPs, logistics, and execution
• Prepare background materials and donor profiles for meetings with donors and prospects, as well as trip itineraries for donor visits and prospecting
• Support donor cultivation as requested, including the drafting of formal written donor proposals
• Support CSIS's donor stewardship processes, including the production of acknowledgment letters, in collaboration with colleagues across the Center
• Draft and execute other donor correspondence as requested
• Keep all giving collateral materials up to date for corporate, foundation, and individual donors
• Manage accurate, up-to-date contact and donor information in Salesforce and regularly pull reports on donor engagement to track fundraising progress
• Serve as budget and expense coordinator for the CDO
• Serve as a liaison for the Development Team to all other departments and programs, building relationships with coordinators Center-wide
• Plan and execute other special projects involving research and writing as delegated by the CDO
• Other Development team administrative support as requested
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:
• At least 1 year of professional experience in an office setting; development or nonprofit experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Interest in fundraising, organizational management, and/or donor engagement
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel
• Salesforce or other CRM experience a plus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Performances of duties require the regular use of a computer, ability to move throughout the building, greet guests, and occasionally serve beverages and lift up to ten pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants should submit a résumé and cover letter at
