Senior Director of Development Operations

18 hours ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Center for Strategic and International Studies Full time
Job Summary

At the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director of Development Operations to join our team. As a key member of our development operations team, you will play a critical role in supporting the Chief Development Officer (CDO) in achieving our fundraising goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the fundraising team, ensuring smooth execution of processes and strategies to achieve agreed-upon long-term fundraising and development goals.
  • Oversee the effective execution of fundraising operations and processes, including budgeting, forecasting, finance platforms, and integration of workday adaptive planning with Salesforce.
  • Collaborate with the Finance and Accounting department to ensure alignment on systems implementation and strategy.
  • Work closely with the President & COO, VP for Programs, and scholars across the Center to ensure MOUs adhere to all CSIS guidelines.
  • Develop and maintain strong internal relationships, particularly with key program directors and their administrative staff, to ensure effective collaboration across the fundraising team.
  • Provide regular Center-wide trainings for new staff and continuing education for current staff on the latest fundraising and development processes.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in roles specifically focused on systems management and fundraising processes.
  • Minimum of 10 years of managing complex fundraising and development teams, recruiting and building talent, and setting objectives and performance standards.
  • Working knowledge of all areas within development, including foundations, corporations, high-net worth individuals, development operations, and donor stewardship.
  • Intellectually curious with a broad understanding of and passion for foreign policy, national security, international development, and other CSIS program areas.
Benefits

CSIS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 403(b) for retirement planning, tuition assistance, flexible spending account, health savings account, military leave, 12 paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave.



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