Director, Strategic Engagement

Close Up Foundation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking a dynamic Director of Strategic Engagement to lead initiatives that inspire civic participation among youth. This role involves developing partnerships, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and driving fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, thrive in a collaborative environment, and have a passion for civic education. Join a dedicated team committed to empowering young people from diverse backgrounds and making a significant impact in the community. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and drive positive change.

Benefits

Medical insurance plans

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Life/AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement savings program

Paid vacation/sick days/holidays

Paid parental leave

Free on-site gym

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in communications, fundraising, and business development.
• Excellent writing skills for diverse audiences.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for collaboration with partners.
• Identify funding opportunities to support strategic projects.
• Manage team members responsible for alumni engagement.

Skills

Communications

Fundraising

Coalition-building

Creative problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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Company Overview │ Close Up is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, civic education organization that aims to inform, inspire, and empower young people to become active participants in our democracy. We believe a strong democracy requires engagement by all citizens. Therefore, we seek to reach youth from all communities and all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, gender, socioeconomic level, or academic standing. Since 1971, we have partnered with schools nationwide to serve more than one million students and educators through experiential programs in our nation’s capital and in local communities, professional development for educators, and curriculum and resource design.

Position Overview │ The director of strategic engagement will join the External Affairs Department and report directly to the president. The ideal candidate is a professional in communications, fundraising, and coalition-building who can engage key stakeholders, including alumni, volunteers, donors, and educators. This person is skilled at creative problem-solving guided by collaboration and engagement with internal and external stakeholders. Strong candidates produce results and execute initiatives, projects, and campaigns that increase stakeholder engagement and revenue opportunities. The person in this role has excellent communication and writing skills, and is a self-starter, detail-oriented, adaptable , and enthusiastic about Close Up’s work.

This position is based in the Washington, D.C., area.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies to collaborate with partners to support key initiatives and target audiences.
• Identify partnership and funding opportunities to increase mission reach and support strategic projects.
• Develop messaging for marketing collateral, presentations, website copy, and other materials.
• Support the president and other senior leadership with set-up and preparation for meetings with potential partners and donors.
• Assist with grant proposals and donor engagement.
• Follow and understand the latest trends and developments in politics, education, and civic engagement.
• Manage team members who are responsible for alumni and speaker engagement .
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in communications, fundraising, business development, and/or education.
• Excellent writing skills, including the ability to write for a variety of audiences.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively across the organization.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Passion for Close Up’s mission and civic education.
• Authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
  
  

Compensation and Benefits │ Close Up provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes two robust medical insurance plans, dental insurance (more than 90 percent of premiums are company-paid), and vision coverage. Close Up pays 100 percent of the premiums for life/AD&D insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance, and offers flexible spending and dependent care accounts, a 403(b) retirement savings program, paid vacation/sick days/holidays, paid parental leave, a Metro subsidy or free garage parking, a free on-site gym, and a positive work environment.

To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter describing why this position is the right fit for your skills and experience.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

The Close Up Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Civic and Social Organizations

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