Associate II Development

EdTrust; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 59,890 - 74,860; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework up to 3 days/week

7% contributed to 403(b) retirement

Job summary

Ed Trust seeks an Associate II, Development to join our Development team in Washington, DC. The role supports grant review, proposals, donor engagement and reporting across the lifecycle, coordinating with program, communications and grant managers to deliver high‑quality materials.

Available immediately, this position allows telework for up to three days per week and reports to the Chief Development Officer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2–3 years of experience in related roles.
• Demonstrated experience with grants or individual fundraising.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit and prepare high‑quality proposals and reports for funders (attachments included).
• Organize grant kickoff meetings and track deliverables throughout the grant period.
• Prepare donor correspondence on behalf of the CDO/President & CEO.
• Write and coordinate online donor cultivation and stewardship communications.
• Develop fundraising materials using Ed Trust policy knowledge and impact data.
• Stay current with best practices in fundraising and donor database management.

Skills

Grants experience

Fundraising

Grant proposals

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Associate II, Development

Full-time Regular Full-Time Professional Washington, DC, US

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY

Ed Trust seeks an Associate II, Development on our Development team. The Associate II will join a staff committed to fulfilling our mission of closing opportunity gaps that disproportionately affect students of color and students from low-income backgrounds.

The Development Associate II is a key contributor across the grants management life cycle, including grant review and submission, donor engagement, stewardship and outreach. This role operates with a high amount of independence and supports the preparation of high-quality grant proposals, reports, and funder correspondence; tracks renewals; and writes and coordinates individual fundraising communications. This position interfaces with programmatic teams across the organization, including the communications team and content team grant managers, to ensure that we accurately report our activities and outcomes achieved to our funder partners.

Ed Trust is committed to advancing policies and practices to dismantle the racial and economic barriers embedded in the U.S. education system. Through our research and advocacy, Ed Trust improves equity in education from preschool through college, engages diverse communities dedicated to equity and justice, and increases political and public will to build an education system where all students will thrive.

Available immediately, this role is based in our Washington, DC office and is eligible for telework for up to 3 days per week under our current policy. The Development Associate II reports to the Chief Development Officer.

ASSOCIATION II ROLE

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with program teams and development team members to draft, edit and prepare high-quality proposals and reports (including required attachments), letters of inquiry, funder presentations, and stewardship updates for submission to funders, meeting all internal and external deadlines
• Organize grant kick‑off meetings and support grant managers in tracking grant deliverables throughout the grant period
• Prepare donor correspondence on behalf of the CDO and/or President & CEO proactively and as requested
• Write and coordinate all online donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship communications, working closely with the CDO and the Communications team to develop communications designed with individual donors in mind
• Build knowledge of EdTrust’s policy positions, research, and impact, applying that knowledge to the development of internal and external fundraising materials
• Keep abreast of best practices in fundraising and donor database management

IDEAL SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Shared belief in Ed Trust’s mission and a commitment to improving educational equity with a focus on racial equity
• Dedication in contributing to and maintaining an equitable working environment
• High attention to detail
• Strong written, editorial, and verbal communication skills
• Time management skills, including ability to organize time to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Strong follow‑through and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to balance the needs of various internal and external stakeholders
• Willingness to receive and act upon, as well as provide, constructive feedback

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• At least a bachelor’s degree
• At least 2–3 years of experience in related positions
• Demonstrated experience with grants and/or individual fundraising
• Experience with Salesforce or other similar CRM preferred

COMPENSATION

This position falls within Level B of our salary structure for our Washington, DC office. The new hire range for this position is $59,890–$74,860. Offers are commensurate with skills, experience, and internal equity, and are rarely offered at the top of this range.

BENEFITS

The Education Trust prioritizes the health and well‑being of its employees and, to that end, offers a highly competitive benefits package. Medical, dental and vision insurance are covered at 100% for the employee, with significant coverage also offered for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. We provide sick leave, vacation leave, and personal leave, and we follow the federal government for most holiday closures. To ensure staff have synchronous opportunities for rest and renewal, the office is closed for a week‑long summer break and a week‑long winter break. Among other offerings, we provide an Employee Assistance Program at no cost to the employee, and a generous 7% contribution opportunity on a 403(b)‑retirement plan.

EEO STATEMENT

The Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.