Development Officer

Employer
Brookings Insitution
Location
United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Closing date
Sep 3, 2022

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Position Type
Fundraising, Donor Relations
Fields
Research
Employment Type
Full Time
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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.

The Brookings Metro Program delivers research and solutions to help metropolitan leaders build an advanced economy that works for all. To learn more, please visit brookings.edu/metro. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/brookingsmetro.

Position Location: This position is hybrid. Hybrid positions combine regular in-person presence at our Washington, DC, office with the option of at least two days of remote work each week.

Vaccine Policy: Brookings requires allstaffand visitorsto submit proof ofcompletevaccination against COVID-19to bein Brookingsbuildings.

Individuals that(i) havea 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.



Responsibilities
Ready to contribute to Brookings success?

The Development Officer (DO) is a key partner to the Senior Director of Development (SDD), the Senior Director of Principal Gifts and Strategic Initiatives (SDPGSI) and the broader Metro development team in meeting the program's fundraising goals, with attention to corporate and foundation donors. With oversight from the SDD, this position project manages and implements activities related to the recruitment, stewardship, renewal process for the Met Council Members (annual giving) and Metro's Advisory Circle (annually). This position will be active in CRM management, ensuring timely entry of data and prospect information while working closely with prospect research to identify and qualify a pipeline of new prospects for Metro and suggest and help implement paths for recruitment. . The position will work closely with colleagues throughout Brookings, including the research programs and Brookings' central development, communications, and finance offices.

Development and Implementation of Metro's fundraising prospect activity and support (70%)

  • Working closely with the SDD, the Development Officer will execute strategies to identify, qualify, cultivate, steward and solicit a growing portfolio of corporate donors that provide support to Metro.
  • Works closely with Development Coordinator to conduct prospect research to ensure a steady flow of new potential prospects for Metro's pipeline (5-8 per month).
  • Implements proposal and renewal process for corporate and foundation donors; coordinates with Development Coordinator to ensure timely submissions; assists with activities related to foundation and institutional support as needed.
  • Updates Metro's development-related materials on an annual basis to stay focused on the highest visibility goals and priorities.
  • Serves as front line fundraiser, managing a portfolio of donors and prospects. Works directly with scholars to understand their fundraising needs and raise the funds accordingly. Answers donor inquiries as needed and appropriate.
  • Serves as primary point person for foundation and corporate proposals. Ensures that proposals are high-quality, accurate, responsive to Metro research priorities and donor guidelines, approved for submission, in compliance with the Institution's policies, and submitted to prospective donors in advance of deadlines.
  • Track renewals, upgrades, new prospects, program requests from corporations, and monthly overall revenue. Approach 2 - 3 new corporations and/or foundations per month.
  • Maintain strong knowledge of Metro programs, initiatives, labs, and projects.

    • Administrative Support (20%)

  • Ensures timely and accurate updates to Salesforce and Raisers Edge.
  • Partner with Metro scholars and finance staff to manage grant modifications or special reporting needs and liaises with the funders if modifications or extensions are needed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

    • Project Management and Coordination (10%)

  • Supports SDD and SDO in tracking a stewardship strategy for corporate and foundation donors.
  • Assists SDD and SDO with managing and tracking a healthy pipeline of prospects to support scholar portfolios.
  • Conduct research, prepare and provide biographical and financial profiles and reports on potential and identified individuals, corporations and foundations. Suggest strategies for obtaining new prospects in order to ensure the ongoing expansion and renewal of the prospect pool.



    • 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/Experience Requirements:

    Required: Bachelor's degree; Minimum of five years of professional and/or related experience; Excellent communication, database and spreadsheet skills, including the ability to enter and manipulate data. Preferred: Interest in public policy and economics; familiarity with fundraising in a non-profit environment; experience planning high-level meetings and coordinating event logistics. Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

    Knowledge/Skills Requirements:

    Excellent interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and communication skills required. Must be attentive to detail, proactive, discreet and dependable. Must be able to exercise good judgment, take initiative, function independently and work in close cooperation with others. Must be able to project manage and coordinate a variety of tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and consistently follow up on details. Must be a positive team player and demonstrate professional demeanor and attire. Must communicate in a clear and polite manner in person and on the phone. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and the capacity to quickly learn other types of software, including Raiser's Edge and Salesforce is required. Excellent writing, grammar, spelling, proofreading, and editing skills, and the ability to research information and compile it into a concise briefing.

    Additional Information:

    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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