Development Associate

CTR BUDGET POLICY•Washington, DC

5d•$58,655 - $63,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) is a nonpartisan research and policy institute that advances federal and state policies to help build a nation where everyone — regardless of income, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, ZIP code, immigration status, or disability status — has the resources they need to thrive and share in the nation’s prosperity. CBPP combines rigorous research and analysis, strategic communications, and effective advocacy to shape debates, affect policy, and inform effective implementation both nationally and in states. It works closely with a broad set of national, state, and community organizations to design and advance policies that promote economic justice; improve health; broaden opportunity in areas like housing, health care, employment, and education; and lower structural barriers for people of color and others in communities that continue to face systemic barriers to opportunity. CBPP promotes policies that will build a more equitable nation and fair tax policies that can support these gains over the long term. CBPP also shows the harmful impacts of policies and proposals that would deepen poverty, widen disparities, and worsen health outcomes. CBPP is seeking to hire a Development Associate to join the Development team. The Development Associate is an adaptable, highly motivated professional who will support and engage with multiple fundraising functions across the Development Team and contribute to our strategy to diversify and increase sustainable funding.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of full-time, relevant experience, with at least one year in fundraising/development, preferably in a non-profit setting, or an advanced degree in a relevant field.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to initiate, prioritize, and follow through on plans.
Strong writing and editing skills and excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with foundation officers, donors, and internal stakeholders.
Knowledge of and experience working with Microsoft Excel are required.
Ability to work under pressure and prioritize multiple concurrent projects.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Commitment to the CBPP’s mission and the ability to translate that understanding into compelling donor communications (grant applications, funder updates, thank you notes, etc.).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and experience with fundraising and research databases area plus (e.g., Salesforce, iWave, etc.).

Responsibilities

Conduct prospect research and prepare executive-level briefing materials on potential funders aligned with CBPP’s program priorities under the supervision of the DCDO.
Execute virtual communication and outreach to donors, often drafting original outreach for the DCDO to review.
Assist Deputy and/or Chief Development Officers in preparing briefings and materials for donor meetings.
Support the Director of Cultivation and Stewardship with development events through coordinating invitations to foundation representatives and individuals, helping with logistics, preparing event materials, and other tasks as needed.
Assist Managers of Development in preparing grant proposals and reports, including drafting budgets and narratives, and tailoring proposals to specific foundation priorities.
Conduct research and draft memos for the DCDO on prospective individual donors.
Support steps for cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation of prospective individual donors.
Assist the team with tracking fundraising appeals and campaigns targeting individual donors to support monitoring real-time fundraising targets.
Maintain contact and outreach lists, proactively manage information, and create dashboards, etc. in Salesforce.
Collaborate with policy program staff on assigned policy teams to understand program activities, outcomes, and impact for grant reporting purposes.
Maintain an awareness of philanthropic news and trends through reading publications and engaging in networking opportunities that could inform CBPP’s fundraising strategy.
Perform other job-related duties within the role’s scope as assigned to support the team’s goals.