Fundraising Officer

1 month ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States The Brookings Institution Full time


Overview

Join one of the most influential, most quoted and most trusted
think tanks

The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy
organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct
in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems
facing society at the local, national and global level.

We bring together leading experts in government and academia
from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and
representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest
quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research
topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics,
foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan
policy.

With fair and transparent business practices, clear
communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that
offers both professional and personal development opportunities,
Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values
the efforts of all contributors.

We are seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Fundraising Officer
to join the Global Economy and Development program (Global) at
Brookings. This role requires a professional adept at cultivating
and maintaining both internal and external relationships to
maximize funding opportunities and enhance operational capacity.
The Fundraising Officer will manage a portfolio of current and
prospective foundation and government funders, developing and
executing strategies to secure six- and seven-figure gifts.
Reporting to the Director of Development and collaborating closely
with Global scholars, the officer will play a crucial role in the
growth and sustainability of the program. As a key member of a
dedicated four-person development team, the officer will ensure
effective donor relations and contribute to the long-term success
of the institution.

Responsibilities

Fundraising and Donor Relations (60%)

Proposal Development and Grant Writing: In coordination
with the Director of Development and Global scholars,
conceptualizes, drafts, and submits high-quality concept notes,
solicitation letters, and proposals. Ensures materials are
readable, consistent in voice, and comply with institutional
policies.
Fundraising Strategy: Develops and implements short- and
long-term fundraising strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit,
and steward foundation and government donors. Identifies new
fundraising opportunities and researches prospective donors,
assessing their potential and capacity.
Donor Cultivation and Stewardship: Serves as the
front-line fundraiser for a designated portfolio of centers,
initiatives, and scholars. Moves donors through the cultivation,
solicitation, and stewardship process, including meeting with
donors, arranging meetings with Brookings scholars, preparing
talking points and briefings, writing and managing correspondence,
and serving as the primary contact for proposals and grant
agreements.
Donor Relations: Represents the work of Global scholars
to current and potential funders, where appropriate. Maintains and
stewards relationships with prospects and donors, ensuring
effective communication and engagement. Plans and implements
events, meetings, and other outreach opportunities for prospects
and donors, preparing principals and following up with
participants.
Collaboration: Works closely with colleagues on the
Central fundraising team and from other research programs on joint
fundraising efforts, including assisting with multi-program or
institution-wide proposals that include the work of Global
scholars.

Tasks in Support of Fundraising (40%)
Donor Communications and Events: Participates in
drafting public documents and other communications needed for
effective outreach, ensuring clarity and alignment with fundraising
goals. Plans and implements events, meetings, and other outreach
opportunities for prospects and donors, preparing principals and
following up with participants.
Grant Management: In coordination with project teams,
drafts, coordinates, and submits grant and stewardship reports,
ensuring timely and accurate reporting to funders. Works with
Global Finance, Central Fundraising, the Office of the General
Counsel, and Grants Administration on the review, negotiation, and
execution of grant agreements with foundations, corporations,
governments, and individuals. Partners with Global scholars and
program staff to manage grant modifications or special reporting
needs, liaising with funders as necessary.
Record Keeping: Maintains complete files on fundraising
activities in shared files and in Raiser's Edge, including
correspondence with donors, meeting notes, proposals, and
background information.
Trend and Project Monitoring: Maintains an
understanding of Global economic and sustainable development issues
and how they may affect fundraising opportunities. Monitors
philanthropic trends related to Global's work and adjusts
strategies accordingly. Maintains an overview and understanding of
research projects within the assigned portfolio to effectively
communicate their impact and relevance to prospective and current
donors

Qualifications

Ready to make an impact? In this role, you will support
Brookings values of collegiality, respect, inclusion, diversity and
community, and bring the following qualifications:

Education/Expereince Requirements

Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred in
international relations, development, or a related field. Minimum
of five years of relevant fundraising experience required
(preferably within a think tank or international non-profit
organization). Experience with grants and direct solicitations from
donors at the $100,000 level or higher, preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

The successful candidate will share our passion for identifying
solutions to international development, global poverty and economic
issues. Familiarity with research-oriented work environments
preferred. Superior oral and written communication skills required,
including proven ability to successfully identify, steward, and
solicit individual, corporate, and institutional donors. Mastery of
Microsoft Office (MS) Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, and Power
Point) required; knowledge of Raiser's Edge a plus. Capacity to
learn other types of software programs; familiarity with on-line
research resources. Experience with monitoring and evaluation
processes, such as the development of results frameworks, desired.
Must possess ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
simultaneously in a face-paced environment and meet deadlines. Must
be able to exercise good judgement, take initiative, function
independently as well as work in close collaboration with others
including with high-profile individuals.

Additional Information:

The Global Economy and Development program at Brookings aims to
shape the policy debate on how to improve global economic
cooperation and fight global poverty and sources of social stress.
The program's research agenda is related to policies and trends
affecting developing countries including global poverty, universal
education, the global middle class, fragile states, globalization,
inequality, foreign assistance and development effectiveness.

Position Location: Most Brookings positions are hybrid,
combining regular in-person presence at our Washington, DC, office
with the option of at least two days of remote work each week. We
will prioritize candidates in or willing to relocate to the DC area
for hybrid work, but will also consider remote applicants. Remote
work applicants may not work from the following states: Alaska,
California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Michigan, Oregon,
Rhode Island, and Washington.

Vaccine Policy: Brookings requires all staff to
submit proof of complete vaccination against
COVID-19 to
be in Brookings buildings.

Individuals that (i) have a qualifying medical condition
that contraindicates a COVID-19 vaccination, or (ii) who object to
being vaccinated based on a sincerely held religious belief, may
request a reasonable accommodation. Brookings
policies on masks and other pandemic mitigation measures will
continue to be informed by DC and CDC
guidelines.

Please note: This position is part of the union
(Brookings United) and subject to the terms of the Memorandum of
Agreement.

What can we offer you? Brookings provides a generous benefit
package that is comprehensive and includes both traditional
benefits and unique offerings.

Brookings requires that all applicants submit a cover letter
and resume. Please attach your cover letter and resume as one
document when you apply. Please note: if you have applied
to more than one Brookings job opening you should add a
position-specific cover letter as a separate attachment.


Successful completion of a background investigation is required
for employment at Brookings.

Brookings welcomes and celebrates diversity in all its
forms. We welcome applications that reflect a variety of
backgrounds based on ideology, race, ethnicity, religion, gender,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability,
veteran status, first generation college goers, and other factors
protected by law. Brookings is proud to be an equal-opportunity
employer that is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive
workplace.

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