Manager, Government Partnerships

National Geographic•Washington, DC

51d•$85,500 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Advancement team cultivates, solicits, and stewards individuals, as well as foundation, government and corporate funders who invest in the Society to drive impact through its work in science, technology, education, exploration, and storytelling. The team collaborates with Society teams to build transformative and impact-driven strategic relationships. 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 support. The National Geographic Society Institutional Partnerships team, within Advancement, is looking for a collaborative and adaptable team member with a passion for securing government and public sector funding and managing donor funded projects. This individual is self-motivated and comfortable operating with a moderate level of independence to extend the efficiency and output of the team. This individual must play an active role to engage and secure public sector funding that is transformational, and help lead the management of donor funded projects. The Manager, Government Partnerships will report to the Sr. Director, Government Partnerships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
5+ years of experience, including proposal writing, developing narrative and financial reports, collaborating regularly with institutional colleagues, and managing projects for a diverse client/donor base.
Excellent interpersonal and written communications skills.
Demonstrated experience working with international donors, including both bilateral and multilateral agencies.
Proven work experience in project management, business development, fundraising, partnership management, or sales role.
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects and consistently deliver high quality work in a fast-paced environment with positive attitude and grace under pressure.
Attention to detail with a proactive, creative, and entrepreneurial spirit.
Collaborative team player with diplomatic temperament and donor-oriented approach.
Comfort engaging with staff at varying levels of leadership.

Nice To Haves

Project management experience
Experience in growth, revenue generation, or business development.

Responsibilities

Project Management (60%): Oversee the day-to-day management of government-funded projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery aligned with project goals, donor requirements, and organizational standards. Support relationship management efforts and maintain regular communication with donor representatives, in coordination with Project Directors. Coordinate and contribute to the development of project reports to ensure timely submission of accurate, results-oriented narrative and financial reports to donors. Facilitate collaboration across teams (including Programs, Finance and Accounting, and Legal) to support alignment across technical and operational functions. Support risk management and quality assurance processes across all aspects of project implementation Prepare reports and briefings for senior leadership.
Partnership Support (40%): Support outreach and cultivation efforts with a select set of public sector partners, in conjunction with the Sr. Director. Develop strategic and targeted prospecting plans under the direction of the Vice President of Institutional Partnerships and the Sr. Director. Draft, collaborate on, and finalize Government Partnerships proposals, working closely with Advancement colleagues, NGS Programmatic teams and other internal stakeholders. Identify new government funding opportunities. Think creatively to recommend events, conferences, and other strategies to build engagement and generate demand for NGS programs. Maintain an accurate pipeline of assigned partnerships opportunities.

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
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