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Middle East Institute · 20 hours ago

Vice President of Development

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

The Middle East Institute is the oldest Washington-based institution dedicated to the study of the Middle East, providing expert policy analysis and educational services. The Vice President of Development is responsible for leading the organization's fundraising strategy and revenue growth, overseeing development operations, donor strategy, and external engagement.

International Affairs

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies to drive growth from major gifts, grants, corporate sponsorships, campaigns, events, and membership programs

Lead and develop the Development team; manage budgets, systems, and performance metrics

Provide executive oversight of major fundraising campaigns and high-profile events, including MEI’s Annual Awards Gala

Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, corporate partners, foundations, Board members, senior leadership, and external stakeholders

Oversee grant prospecting, proposals, reporting, and compliance in collaboration with program teams

Oversee development-related branding, communications, and donor-facing content across print and digital platforms

Oversee donor database management, analytics, fundraising registrations, and coordination with finance to ensure accuracy, compliance, and informed decision-making

Qualification

Fundraising strategyDevelopment leadershipDonor relationsStrategic planningFinancial acumenData analysisExecutive communicationPublic speakingRelationship-focusedNegotiationTeam leadershipCollaborativeResults-driven

Required

Senior-level development leadership experience, preferably in a mission-driven or non-profit organization, with a demonstrated record of fundraising success (typically 10+ years)

Bachelor's degree required

Strategic planning

financial acumen

data analysis

executive communication

public speaking

negotiation

team leadership

Collaborative

results-driven

relationship-focused

capable of operating at both strategic and executive levels