National Geographic Society · 2 hours ago
Specialist, Campaign Engagement
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$68K/yr - $72K/yr
3+ years expNational Geographic Society is seeking a Specialist in Campaign Engagement to support their Advancement team in fostering impactful partnerships and donor stewardship. The role involves developing strategic stewardship processes, coordinating donor engagement efforts, and drafting materials to support fundraising initiatives.
Non ProfitSocial ImpactWildlife Conservation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain holistic and strategic stewardship processes for the Advancement team, including building and maintaining custom stewardship plans for our most dedicated donors. Additionally, develop and maintain systems for tracking stewardship. Ensure all stewardship touchpoints are maintained in the project management platform and uploaded into the donor database in a timely manner. (30%)
Draft content for internal- and external-facing materials in support of the Society’s fundraising priorities and the Campaign, including handouts, internal newsletters, proposals, and stewardship reports. Provide copyediting and formatting support as needed. (30%)
Coordinate and support donor engagement efforts pertaining to the Base Camp renovation project. Serve as a key liaison between the Advancement division and the teams overseeing the construction and design of the Museum of Exploration, especially relating to donor tour logistics and execution. (15%)
Work with frontline fundraisers to facilitate reporting of Advancement activity to Society leadership, including weekly updates and a monthly dashboard. (15%)
Additional project/program management: Other donor and constituent engagement projects, as well as administrative support for the campaign team as assigned. (10%)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred
3+ years professional work experience; past Development experience preferred
Commitment to the mission of NGS – must adhere to the highest ethical standards, demonstrate an empathetic disposition and perseverance, and convey sensitivity to the needs of donors, staff and volunteers
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through as demonstrated through effective donor stewardship and project management experience
Skilled at collaborating across multiple departments in a complex organization
Demonstrated ability to write effectively for business communication purposes
Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality required
Must be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to exercise good judgment and work with minimum of instruction and supervision when necessary
Preferred
Ability to work as a team player and willingness to learn new skills to help advance NGS' fundraising efforts
Strong writing and editing skills
Strong personal and professional integrity
Proficiency with Raiser's Edge strongly preferred
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite preferred
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 (May not apply to all roles that are required to work during high volume seasons or essential workers. Please check with the hiring manager for confirmation.)
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
Company
National Geographic Society
National Geographic Society has funded the best and brightest individuals dedicated to scientific discovery and understanding of our world.
Founded in 1888Washington, District of Columbia, USA
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.5MKey Investors
Principal FoundationAlfred P. Sloan Foundation
2025-11-12Grant· $0.5M
2012-01-01Grant· $1.5M
2008-01-01Grant· $1.5M
Leadership Team
Jill Tiefenthaler
Chief Executive Officer
Caroline Tippett
Vice President of Institutional Partnerships
Recent News
2026-01-20
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