Senior Associate, Development
- Employer
- Chiefs for Change
- Location
- District of Columbia, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Closing date
- Oct 20, 2021
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Corporate and Foundation Relations, Donor Relations, Grant Seeking, Prospect Research, Other Fundraising, Programs, Grant Administration, Grant Making
- Fields
- Education
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Role: Senior Associate, Development
Reports to: Senior Director of Development
Location: This position may telecommute from anywhere in the United States.
About Us
Chiefs for Change is a nonprofit, bipartisan network of diverse state and district education chiefs. With more than three dozen members, our work is focused on advocacy, leadership development, and supporting our network of school system leaders.
We are positioned to rapidly spread bold policies and practices, as we have:
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National reach: Our members lead
education systems with more than 7 million students, 454,000
teachers, and 14,000 schools.
Diverse contexts: Our network is
diverse in terms of race, gender, political affiliation, and
geography.
A model for disseminating promising
ideas: We work with our members, excellent technical assistance
providers, and top-tier research institutions to scale innovative
approaches designed to improve student learning.
To learn more about Chiefs for Change, please visit chiefsforchange.org.
Job Summary
Chiefs for Change (CFC) is seeking a highly driven, goal-oriented individual with outstanding writing skills, experience with grant management and reporting, and a passion for educational equity to join the team as senior associate of development.
Reporting to and in partnership with the senior director of development, the senior associate will manage development work streams as Chiefs for Change continues to strengthen its relationships with key partners and funders. As an integral member of the development team, the senior associate will manage the existing portfolio of grants by collecting and synthesizing data; preparing high-quality written proposals, reports, and communications; and tracking key outcomes to optimize engagement and stewardship efforts. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator and skilled project manager, who possesses exemplary writing and research skills, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative virtual environment with opportunities for professional growth.
This is a remote position with a preference for the person to be based in the Washington, D.C., area.
Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:
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Partnering with the senior director
to assess and refine fundraising and stewardship strategies
Leading the comprehensive grant
process, including writing and editing proposals; submitting
proposals; processing the award; reporting on grant milestones; and
preparing renewal submissions
Conceptualizing and drafting
compelling narratives and high-quality written materials, including
grant reports; proposals; briefs; letters of inquiry;
presentations; and email campaigns
Conducting timely and accurate
research and working with the development team to evaluate
philanthropic, corporate, federal, and individual grant
prospects
Managing all funder requirements
throughout the grant cycle to ensure cross-team contribution and
submission of letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports
Collecting and synthesizing
information and data on programs and priorities for grant reports,
proposals, and supplementary materials in collaboration with CFC
staff
Managing consistent communications
with program officers and funder teams related to grant
processes
Supporting the growth of
relationships with existing funders in collaboration with the
development coordinator
Assisting the senior director and the
executive team in advancing the organization's development and
partnerships work via special projects as needed
Qualifications
Candidates should possess the following:
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Passion for the mission and vision of
Chiefs for Change
Comfort working in a fast-paced
environment with the ability to prioritize items to meet critical
deadlines
Excellent verbal and interpersonal
communication skills
Exceptional written communication
skills: specifically, must write compellingly about our
organization, mission, and goals and effectively tailor messaging
to different audiences
Exemplary writing and research
skills, including the ability to synthesize information and adapt
it to different audiences
Professional multi tasker with
top-notch project management and organization skills
Meticulous attention to
detail
Proactive approach to problem solving
with strong decision-making capabilities
Ability to handle confidential
information with discretion
An appetite for working through
ambiguity and leading through change
Familiarity with data tracking,
progress monitoring, and goals-based management (preferred)
Strong experience with database
systems; Salesforce experience (preferred)
Bachelor's degree; 5-7 years of
professional experience
The salary and benefits for this position are competitive and will depend on prior experience. Chiefs for Change also offers a comprehensive benefits package.
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