Description

Come join a team of dedicated staff at an exceptional time in Smithsonian history, as the Institution continues with a comprehensive strategic plan, expands the programming, educational, and scholarly activity of its museums and research centers, and completes its very first Institution-wide fundraising campaign.

In planning for the campaign, the Smithsonian is building a model fundraising organization, one that will meet the growing needs of this unique organization and offer excellent professional opportunities. This position offers exciting opportunities for the successful candidate to make a significant impact on the future of the Smithsonian. There is no better time to join this amazing Institution.

The Advancement Associate works in the Office of Advancement for the Smithsonian Institution and provides technical and administrative support to the Campaign Team. This position will assist with a full range of administrative and advancement functions including special event support, communication projects, processing procurement requests, managing mailings, creating spreadsheets, templates, documents and tools, meeting coordination and support, calendar management, facilitating donor services and general administrative support. This position is a temporary position, funded through December 31, 2017.

Requirements

Qualified candidates will have outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail. Self-starter, initiative taker, able to work independently and with limited supervision. Event coordination experience, including rsvp management and preparation of event materials. Demonstrated experience/superior skills in trafficking print, online, video, photography, and other communications media services. Strong people/communications skills. Demonstrated success working as a liaison coordinating with both internal and external stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Experience in a large, complex non-profit organization and/or development department, fundraising communications, and fundraising campaigns. Can work in both PC and Mac environments. Thoroughly familiar with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). A Bachelor’s degree is required.

The Office of Advancement oversees and guides the fundraising efforts of the entire Smithsonian and is home to the central development organization for the Institution. In addition to raising significant support for a variety of Smithsonian initiatives, the Office of Advancement provides support services to advancement offices across the Institution. The office engages with staff throughout the Smithsonian in accomplishing their goals.

The Smithsonian Institution is a unique complex of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park, and nine research centers. The Smithsonian is a national and world treasure and is dedicated to its founding mission, “the increase and diffusion of knowledge.” Its exhibitions, programs, collections, and outreach touch the lives of millions of Americans every year, as well as many who visit us from abroad.

The Smithsonian Institution offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive package of benefits. This is not a Federal Position, but has similar requirements and benefits. Interested candidates should submit their resumes and a cover letter to oastaffing@si.edu by July 18, 2016.

The Smithsonian Institution is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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Job Information
    • Washington, Dist. Columbia, 20560, United States
    • 29119846
    • June 22, 2016
    • Advancement Associate (Campaign)
    • Smithsonian Institution, Office of Advancement
    • Development/Membership
    • No