Development Associate

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace•Washington, DC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is seeking a full-time Development Associate to work in its Development Department at the Washington, D.C. office. The position coordinates program fundraising pipelines and works closely with program teams, overseas development teams, and executive office staff on fundraising and donor outreach. The role operates on a hybrid basis, with in-office work required on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The position is included in the Carnegie Endowment Workers Alliance (CEWA) staff bargaining unit, affiliated with IFPTE Local 70.

Requirements

3–4 years of relevant experience.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to manage and meet deadlines.
Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Flexibility in responding to changing priorities.
Good judgment and a collegial approach.

Nice To Haves

Experience in fundraising at a think tank or higher education institution.

Responsibilities

Coordinate program fundraising pipelines.
Work with program teams and overseas development teams on prospect and donor research, pipeline and moves management, cultivation, and outreach.
Manage external resources and tools for prospect research.
Coordinate closely with executive office staff on donor outreach.