Development Officer (Job ID: 2024-3429)

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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: 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 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. 

Responsibilities

Ready to contribute to Brookings success?

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.

Reporting to the Director of Development and serving as an
integral member of a four-person development team, the Development
Officer contributes to the growth and sustainability of Global.
This role, in coordination with the Director of Development and
Global scholars, implements strategies to raise funds and manage
donor relations for Global with a primary focus on six- and
seven-figure gifts.

Fundraising and Donor Relations (60%)

• Works in coordination with the Director of Development and
  Global scholars to create and implement short and long-term
  fundraising strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward
  individual, corporate, foundation, government, and other
  donors.

• Serves as front-line fundraiser for a portfolio of centers,
  initiatives and/or scholars, as designated by the Director.

• Identifies fundraising opportunities and researches new
  prospects for support; assesses the potential and capacity of
  existing and prospective donors.

• Moves donors through the cultivation, solicitation, and
  stewardship process, including meeting with donors, identifying and
  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.

• With the input of Global scholars, conceptualizes, drafts, and
  submits concept notes, solicitation letters, and proposals. Drafts,
  edits, and coordinates materials with scholars to ensure high
  quality, readability, a consistent voice, and in compliance with
  institutional policies.

• Represents the work of Global scholars to current and potential
  funders. Maintains and stewards relationships with prospects and
  donors.

• Plans and implements events, meetings, and other outreach
  opportunities for prospects and donors; prepares principals and
  follows-up with participants.

• Collaborates with colleagues on the Central Development team and
  from other research programs on fundraising efforts, including
  assisting with the production of multi-program or institution-wide
  proposals that include the work of Global scholars.

Tasks in Support of Fundraising (40%)

• Develops a healthy pipeline of prospective donors for assigned
  portfolio.

• Develops and manages, in coordination with Global scholars and
  staff, a stewardship strategy for existing donors.

• Works with scholars and staff to draft, coordinate, and submit
  grant and stewardship reports.

• Works with Global Finance, Central Development, the Office of
  the General Counsel, and Grants Admin on the review, negotiation,
  and execution of grant agreements with foundations, corporations,
  governments, and individuals.

• Maintains complete files on fundraising activities in shared
  files and in Raiser’s Edge, including correspondence with donors,
  meeting notes, proposals, and background information.

• Partners with Global scholars and program staff to manage grant
  modifications or special reporting needs; liaises with the funders
  if modifications are needed.

• Participates in drafting public documents on the Global program,
  as well as other communications that are needed for effective
  outreach.

• Maintains an understanding of Global economic and sustainable
  development issues and how they may affect and provide fundraising
  opportunities for Global.

• Monitors philanthropic trends as they relate to Global’s
  work.

• Maintains an overview and understanding of research projects
  within portfolio.

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:

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. Must be
authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

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:
 
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
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We welcome applications that reflect a variety of backgrounds based
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gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, first
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