Coordinator, Campaign Engagement & Marketing

National Geographic•Washington, DC

2d•$25 - $26•Hybrid

About The Position

The Advancement team cultivates, solicits, and stewards individuals, as well as foundation, government and corporate partners who invest in the Society to drive impact through science, technology, education, exploration, and storytelling. The team collaborates with Society teams – and often works closely with NGP/Disney – to build transformative and impact-driven strategic partnerships. The team also produces global events that deepen connections and leverage the Society’s power to convene, and directs robust annual, major and planned giving programs empowering the Society with a broad base of public support. The Coordinator, Campaign Engagement and Marketing provides critical support for the Vice President, Campaign Engagement and Marketing and assists with general administration for Campaign Engagement & Marketing at the National Geographic Society. Your Impact Responsibilities Include Administrative Support (40%) Completing travel and expense reports for the Vice President; Coordinating with the Executive Assistant to the Chief Advancement Officer, as appropriate; Drafting and proofreading correspondence; Proofreading proposals and plans; Supporting donor events, as necessary; Arranging donor visits to NGS headquarters; Assisting with campaign meeting scheduling and logistics; Serve as a first point of contact for internal and external inquiries. Support for Campaign (50%) Compiling and distributing executive briefing materials ahead of donor and prospect meetings; Managing the production of in-house mailings and some stewardship fulfillment; Attending Campaign meetings and maintain scheduling and follow up; Compiling donor and prospect packets for Gift Officer meetings. Team Support (10%) Coordinate all gift acknowledgements for major gifts for the full Advancement team; Support Special Projects with gifting and maintaining Advancement’s gift inventory; Support the annual internship program on behalf of Advancement, closely supporting the Advancement Leadership Team and CAO; Coordinates team meeting agendas and assists with project management platform Monday.com); Other administrative duties as assigned to support overall advancement and campaign efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
2+ years professional work experience preferred; past Advancement experience preferred.
Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary with a demonstrated ability to write effectively for business/philanthropic communication purposes.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and G-Suites
Must be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality.
Proactive and professional demeanor when interacting with NGS staff, senior executives, high net worth individuals, and donors.
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment is required.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Raiser’s Edge database system strongly preferred.
Ability to exercise good judgment and work with minimum of instruction and supervision when necessary.
Excellent interpersonal skills enabling professional and congenial interactions.

Responsibilities

Completing travel and expense reports for the Vice President
Coordinating with the Executive Assistant to the Chief Advancement Officer, as appropriate
Drafting and proofreading correspondence
Proofreading proposals and plans
Supporting donor events, as necessary
Arranging donor visits to NGS headquarters
Assisting with campaign meeting scheduling and logistics
Serve as a first point of contact for internal and external inquiries.
Compiling and distributing executive briefing materials ahead of donor and prospect meetings
Managing the production of in-house mailings and some stewardship fulfillment
Attending Campaign meetings and maintain scheduling and follow up
Compiling donor and prospect packets for Gift Officer meetings.
Coordinate all gift acknowledgements for major gifts for the full Advancement team
Support Special Projects with gifting and maintaining Advancement’s gift inventory
Support the annual internship program on behalf of Advancement, closely supporting the Advancement Leadership Team and CAO
Coordinates team meeting agendas and assists with project management platform Monday.com)
Other administrative duties as assigned to support overall advancement and campaign efforts.

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance
engaging and comprehensive wellness program
401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment
flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year) and 10 days of sick leave
12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31 (May not apply to all roles that are required to work during high volume seasons or essential workers. Please check with the hiring manager for confirmation.)
paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits
learning and development opportunities
Lifestyle Spending Account
pet adoption assistance and insurance
pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy
employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit
a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks