Associate Director of Foundation Relations - Office of Development

Associate Director Of Foundation Relations - Office Of Development

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 250 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.

CSIS's Development program is growing, and we are looking to hire an Associate Director of Foundation Relations to increase support from Foundations and strengthen relationships with our existing Foundation partners.

The Associate Director of Foundation Relations is a key member of the CSIS team that leads efforts to strategically develop relationships with and strengthen financial support from corporations, foundations, governments, and individuals to advance the Center's institutional goals and objectives. The position reports to the Senior Director of Development Operations and partners closely with the CDO, Gift Officers and Research Programs to develop long-term strategies for Foundation giving.

We are looking for an individual with deep knowledge of Foundation fundraising, an open-minded and entrepreneurial mind-set and an ability to build trust with internal stakeholders.

The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $125,000.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement strategies and activities to increase support from existing foundation funders and identify new potential foundation support, in partnership with the Chief Development Officer to drive fundraising strategy.
• Serve as trusted, strategic advisor and partner to research programs and Department leadership on foundation strategies; partner with CSIS program staff to cultivate relationships with both current and prospective donors and support foundation fundraising on behalf of CSIS's Executive team.
• Identify new funding opportunities that align with CSIS programs through prospect research and knowledge of the foundation landscape; stay abreast of philanthropic trends and recent foundation giving.
• Prepare foundation materials, including proposals, letters of inquiry, grant reports, agreements, emails, presentations, and acknowledgment letters. This includes drafting original copy, editing, and formatting as needed.
• Support the planning and execution of meetings with foundation staff, research and prepare briefings for executive leadership and senior staff in advance of foundation meetings.
• Work with Foundation Manager to track grant requirements and deadlines as well as contact between CSIS and its funders.
• Liaise with program and finance staff to monitor grant spending and compliance.
• Lead bi-weekly Foundation strategy meetings with Development team to share updates, deconflict and develop strategies for foundation funders.

Knowledge, Education and Experience :

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions :

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Some meetings and calls may occur outside of typical working hours. These are considered part of the role's responsibilities, though flexibility will be provided if such commitments become excessive.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer.