The Carter Center : Associate Director, Development

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The Carter Center

The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health. The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world.

Associate Director for Programs Development

The Associate Director for Programs Development assists in the planning and implementation of fundraising activities of the Programs Development Department and is directly responsible for written materials and grants management that support a successful fundraising unit. This position carries a high level of importance to the financial well-being of the Carter Center's Health, Peace, and Education Programs and requires the ability to carry out effective fundraising efforts, particularly the creation of grant proposals and other written materials, in support of funding objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and implements fundraising strategies on behalf of specific Carter Center programs and projects to identify, cultivate, and successfully solicit donor gifts in the $75-$100 million range and oversees the management of 100+ grants, financial, and in-kind contributions.
• Supports the Sr. Associate Director, Lead and other team members with implementing fundraising strategies, tracking the success, and prepare alternative approaches, as necessary.
• Researches, identifies, and prepares written solicitations to donor prospects.
• Drafts and edits donor correspondence and proposals in support of Peace Programs.
• Coordinates proposal pipeline and grants management systems and processes.
• Maintains a discrete fundraising portfolio.
• Builds relationships with current and prospective donors and volunteers to support programs and priorities.
• May ensure the processing of gifts.
• Writes and edits communication materials directed at donors.
• Develops strategies for marketing new and existing programs.
• Responsible for grants management and reporting for select projects.
• Provides pre- and post-award support.
• Develops and implements systems and processes that improve the overall Programs Development department's complex grant oversight and management.
• Ensures accurate donor record management (electronic files, SharePoint, Teams, Unit 4, and Raiser's Edge).
• Drafts narratives, data reports, and presentations, as requested. Maintains thorough knowledge of donor database to inform strategic decisions.
• Supports donor recognition in collaboration with the Communications Dept., through drafting / editing written releases, as well as in presentations and at public events.
• Travels to meet with donors as needed.
• May manage a program / event budget. Collaborates with program, development, and communications staff to organize meetings and events. Identifies and proposes stakeholder engagement and donor cultivation opportunities for programs / events.
• Supervises and provides mentorship to interns on a rotating basis.
• Maintains professional growth by participating in educational programs and activities to improve knowledge of fundraising trends and skills in support of the Programs Development Department.
• Ensures compliance with all organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor's degree and three years of experience in fundraising or related field OR an equivalent combination of experience, education and / or training.

Preferred Qualifications

Substantial writing proficiency, e.g., briefs, proposals, narrative reports to donors, articles, press releases, newsletters, as well as external and internal correspondence, etc., related to fundraising. Excellent communication skills (written and oral) are highly desirable. Proven experience in managing and implementing successful fundraising / development operations, including data management, events management, communications, and office administration. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Raiser's Edge experience. A master's degree in English, Writing, or a similar degree in a related field is desirable. International development experience is highly preferred, especially democracy, human rights, conflict resolution, and rule of law. Experience working with governments, foundations, and corporations. French, Spanish, or Arabic language proficiency would be helpful, but not a requirement.

Additional Details

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