Advancement Program Specialist (IS-1001-12)

Smithsonian Institution•Washington, DC

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join a dedicated and creative team at an exceptional time for the Smithsonian, an institution with a bold vision for the future: to build a better tomorrow for all. Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III and the institution’s leadership have launched a campaign to support this vision. The Smithsonian Campaign for Our Shared Future will secure funds for all Smithsonian museums and centers as the institution reimagines its mission to find solutions for collective challenges in a rapidly changing world. The campaign will provide a foundation for critical research to ensure people and nature thrive together, build unparalleled education programs with families and partners, collect the world’s most precious objects, document the present while reflecting on the past, and reimagine the visitor experience both in-person and online. We are bringing the Smithsonian off the National Mall and across the country through dynamic programming and affiliate partnerships, creating access for all. The Office of Advancement (OA) 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 OA provides support services to advancement offices across the Institution. The office engages with staff throughout the Smithsonian in accomplishing their goals. The Smithsonian Institution’s Office of Advancement seeks an experienced candidate to fill the role of Advancement Program Specialist in their Professional Development department. This individual is responsible for coordinating and supporting training and professional development initiatives for Advancement staff.

Requirements

This position requires 3 to 5 years of experience working in a professional development program, preferably in a complex higher education institution or a large cultural organization.
Familiarity with professional development and training principles is required.
Basic knowledge of marketing strategies for program promotion and the ability to apply best practices in program evaluation.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple priorities is required.
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment is necessary.
Proficiency with office software and tools for scheduling, documentation, and reporting is required.
Bachelor’s degree is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience using Moodle is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with planning and logistics for orientation sessions, conferences, and recognition programs.
Maintains communication channels for program awareness, including websites, printed materials, and announcements.
Collects and organizes feedback and data to help evaluate program effectiveness.
Provides administrative and operational support for meetings, events, and speaker participation.
Helps implement policies and best practices for training and development programs.
Liaises with service providers and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth program execution.