Description

Come join a team of dedicated staff at an exceptional time in Smithsonian history, as the Institution continues 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.

Through this national 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 Services Coordinator serves as a member of the Advancement Services team, which provides budgeting and procurement, human resources, and professional development services to the Office of Advancement and the broader Smithsonian advancement community. The Coordinator supports the efforts of advancement by providing data management, business analysis, reporting, and project management functions to a wide array of projects and activities. This position incorporates the use of technology (i.e., SharePoint, Excel) into current processes in an effort to increase efficiency and effectiveness. The Coordinator collaborates with the budget analyst on compiling and analyzing budget submissions from the Office of Advancement and other units. The incumbent works with the Administrative Manager on various procurement and travel processes and approvals.

Requirements

Qualified candidates will successfully demonstrate strong communications skills, an ability to successfully manage multiple deadlines, superior organization skills, and a thirst for learning. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience using Microsoft Excel and SharePoint at an intermediate level and past experience with successful fundraising operations. Experience in a large, complex non-profit organization preferred.

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 27, 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, 20024, United States
    • 29294008
    • July 1, 2016
    • Advancement Services Coordinator
    • Smithsonian Institution, Office of Advancement
    • Development/Membership
    • No