The Specialist, Fundraising U.S. Programs and Advocacy will serve as a project manager, liaising with fundraising, finance and program colleagues to support the annual fundraising strategy for Save the Children’s U.S. Programs & Advocacy (USPA) division. The Specialist will report to the USPA Director, Resource Development and will focus in three areas: donor relations support, with a particular emphasis on USPA’s portfolio of individual donors and prospects, fundraising strategy and operations, and special projects. This position will be a good fit for an energetic person who enjoys working in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment. Initiative and the ability to drive projects through to completion are key attributes for the role, as are excellent writing skills with a particular strength in relaying information in a concise and persuasive manner.
Donor Relations Support – 40%
- Serve as a direct liaison to the Individual Philanthropy Group (IPG) team to identify linkages between individual giving and USPA’s fundraising priorities.
- Help maximize individual partnership opportunities for USPA and serve as a program knowledge resource to the IPG team.
- Support the IPG team’s communication efforts for USPA donors and prospects, such as proposal and report submissions, framing our work in a way that meets donor needs/interests.
Fundraising Strategy & Operations – 40%
- In collaboration with fundraising, finance and program colleagues, manage and maintain the integrity of the USPA individual pipeline and keep abreast of donor reporting obligations and deadlines.
- Assist with revenue projections, tracking and reconciliation.
- Research new funding prospects, funding trends and industry developments.
- Work with fundraising and program colleagues to develop diversified fundraising strategies to meet defined financial goals.
- Generate fundraising materials and presentations to provide updates at various meetings with internal stakeholders.
Special Projects – 20%
- Contribute towards the implementation of USPA’s strategic fundraising plans as required and assigned by the Director.
- Perform other duties as may be required for the benefit of the team.
- Minimum 3-5 years' experience in fundraising or project management.
- Fluency in Microsoft Office package.
- Fluency in English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in development / fundraising department of a nonprofit organization.
- Knowledge of customer relationship management databases (e.g., Blackbaud).
- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Ability to work productively and proactively, both independently and within a cross-functional team environment.
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
- Flexibility in approach and willingness to adapt when necessary.