Posted on November 4, 2009

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Director of Institutional Advancement

The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, www.cbpp.org, a national policy institute, has a national reputation for its unique capacity to blend rigorous, timely analyses with activities designed to enable policymakers, the media, and other non-profit organizations to make use of its work.

The Director of Institutional Advancement works directly with the organization's leadership and Board of Directors to raise an annual budget of over $20 million and grow the Center's endowment. The Center's support is provided by private and family foundations, donor advised funds, and individual donors. The Director will direct all aspects of the Center's development work, including identifying, developing, and implementing strategies for approaching and cultivating new sources of support, maintaining and augmenting support from current foundations and individuals, and building a program to cultivate individual donors. The Director manages a staff of four, including seasoned professionals in foundation fundraising.

Qualifications for the position include at least ten years of relevant experience, a successful track record in development, and experience with both foundation and individual donor fundraising. Candidates should have exceptional management experience and writing and organizational skills. Facility in understanding and discussing a wide range of policy issues is desirable.

Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience with excellent benefits, including comprehensive health and dental insurance and retirement benefits. EOE.

To apply: Send résumé with cover letter to:

E-mail: harrod@cbpp.org

Find out more by visiting the organization's web site»

Job Type: Development/Fundraising
Organization Type: Nonprofit Organizations