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Emory University · 3 months ago

The Carter Center: Sr. Associate Director, Foundations/Corporations/Gov't Relations, Development Programs

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

4+ years exp

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. The Senior Associate Director, Foundations, Corporations & Government Relations is responsible for developing and implementing strategies for marketing new and existing programs of The Carter Center, managing fundraising and grants management for various projects, and cultivating donor relationships.

E-LearningEducationHealth Care

No H1B

Responsibilities

Collaborates with programs to develop new initiatives, ascertain funding needs, explore funding sources, and secure funding primarily from governments, foundations, international/multilateral organizations, corporations and individuals

Assumes responsibility for achieving specific goals and objectives of selected programs and projects, including existing program commitments and strategic growth initiatives

Maintains program knowledge and partners with Director to develop, track, and adjust fundraising strategies

Drafts donor correspondence/proposals, researches prospects, and recommends solicitation strategies

Coordinates with research staff and interns to gather donor/prospect information

Researches and identifies donor prospects and recommends realistic strategies for solicitations. Gathers up-to-date information on selected donors and prospects in collaboration with the Center’s research staff and Program Development interns

Donor Liaison & Representation: Manages donor cultivation/stewardship, including proposals, acknowledgments, reports, and correspondence. Coordinates with staff to ensure timely communication and deliverables

Budget Management: Partners with finance/program staff to develop and monitor budgets. Tracks reporting requirements and ensures accurate, timely submissions

Communications: Drafts and edits proposals, reports, acknowledgments, and donor materials. Provides content for publications with Communications staff

Meetings, Events & Conferences: Supports planning, logistics, and follow-up for events and attends key Center gatherings (Board meetings, Reviews, Briefings)

Information Management: Maintains donor records in Raiser's Edge, Grants Library, and award management system

Supervision: May train and oversee department interns

Policies & Procedures: Ensures compliance with donor and organizational requirements; supports efficient office processes

Professional Development: Pursues training and professional activities to stay current on best practices and trends

Travel: Plans and conducts donor trips and cultivation meetings for staff, leadership, and board members

This position will require periodic international travel and re-entry into the United States

Performs related responsibilities as needed

Qualification

FundraisingGrants managementInternational developmentProposal writingBudget managementDonor relationsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelBilingual (French/Arabic/Spanish)Communication skillsOrganizational skillsDetail-orientedTeam collaboration

Required

A bachelor's degree and four years of experience in international development, non-profit management, business development, or related experience in a non-profit or higher education institution, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Preferred

Significant experience in fundraising and grants management for international programs is desired, as is international development program experience

Experience working with U.S. and other government donors, multilateral agencies, private foundations, and donors headquartered in Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East is preferred

Proficiency in a second language, particularly French, Arabic, or Spanish would be beneficial

Significant experience in grant writing and donor relations

The ability to draft and edit complex proposals and narrative reports

A solid understanding of program budget development and financial reporting, as well as experience collaborating with programs and finance teams

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and able to work collaboratively as well as independently with minimum supervision

The ability to develop consensus among diverse internal and external constituents

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as the ability to learn Raiser's Edge