Donor Relations & Advancement Specialist (DC, In-Person)

Smithsonian; Washington; On-site; USD 85,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The Advancement Specialist role at Smithsonian's Archives of American Art is a full-time, in-person position based in Washington, DC. You will manage donor relations, design annual giving programs, and help steward memberships to support the Archives' priorities.

This position requires collaboration with the Advancement team, attention to fundraising metrics, event planning, and occasional travel. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in nonprofit fundraising and strong

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in donor relations and event management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational abilities and commitment to professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Manages a portfolio of donors and members, cultivating relationships and soliciting gifts.
• Develops donor communications, including solicitations, renewals, acknowledgments, and newsletters.
• Prepares reports and materials to support donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Plans and executes donor events, including fundraising galas and related activities.
• Maintains donor records and contributes to performance metrics for advancement activities.
• Supports planned giving initiatives and long-term fundraising goals.

Skills

Donor relations

Event management

Communication

Job description

The Advancement Specialist role at Smithsonian's Archives of American Art is a full-time, in-person position based in Washington, DC. You will manage donor relations, design annual giving programs, and help steward memberships to support the Archives' priorities.

This position requires collaboration with the Advancement team, attention to fundraising metrics, event planning, and occasional travel. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in nonprofit fundraising and strong