The McCain Institute, a part of Arizona State University, seeks a full-time Development Coordinator to support the Institute’s fundraising and development efforts. Working closely with and reporting to the Senior Director of Development, the Development Coordinator will work across the organization to complete a variety of operational, research, and administrative duties.

The Development team works across the institution with senior leadership and program teams to secure the diverse funding required to accomplish organizational and programmatic objectives. This position requires proactivity and close attention to detail. It is ideal for candidates interested in launching a career in fundraising, development, grant-making, philanthropy, business administration, and relationship cultivation.

The McCain Institute is a nonpartisan organization inspired by Senator John McCain and his family’s dedication to public service. We are part of Arizona State University and based in Washington, D.C. Our programs advance democracy and human rights, empower character-driven leaders, combat human trafficking, and prevent targeted violence. Our unique power to convene leaders across the global political spectrum enables us to make a real impact on the world’s most pressing challenges. Our goal is action, not talk, and like Senator McCain, we are fighting to create a free, safe, and just world for all.

This position is based in Washington, DC, and is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Development

McCain Inst Intl Leadership

Full-Time

KNOWLEDGE ENTERPRISE DEV

Open

This is a grant funded position. Continuation is contingent on future grant funding.

$50,400 - $63,000 per year; DOE

25-May-2023

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• Prepare briefing documents for the McCain Institute’s Executive Director, packets with informational material, marketing collateral, and other messaging needed for the development team.
• Compile and prepare confidential financial reports regarding potential partners, donors, and prospects.
• Track development engagements of the McCain Institute’s executive director and development team for internal purposes – proposals, thank you emails, invitations to events, birthdays, etc.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and thorough confidential records in the alumni/donor database utilizing the ASU Foundation database and accounting system.
• Compile, prepare, and track/monitor budget and accounting expenses for the development team.
• Schedule meetings and itineraries; coordinate planning and activities for special events, including making arrangements for catering, etc.
• Coordinate and track McCain Alumni Club operations: engagements, renewals, monthly MAC orders, FMVs for donations, thank you emails, etc.
• Coordinate the McCain Institute’s membership programs operations throughout the year.
• Participate in planning and executing all aspects of the fundraising events, including handling logistics (e.g., invitations, RSVPs, vendor payments, etc.) set-up, staff, and/or close down as needed.
• In partnership with the communications team, participate in planning social media fundraising campaigns.
• Under the day-to-day guidance of the McCain Institute’s Senior Director of Development, participate in the development, implementation, and coordination of comprehensive fund-raising strategies for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and securing gifts and grants for the advancement of the McCain Institute.
• Assist in the development of written proposals, impact reports and storytelling, strategic plans, budgets, and other materials needed to make McCain Institute programs as accessible and attractive to potential donors as possible; Anticipate and prepare background materials as needed.
• Execute a variety of office administrative activities for supervisor related to development and fundraising priorities.
• Undertake and manage other duties or projects as assigned with minimal direction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Associate's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Relations or closely related field and 2 years previous experience with event planning and coordinating; OR, Four years of public relations and event planning/coordinating experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience, and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

• Experience in working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Demonstrated track record of proactivity and the ability to take the initiative while operating within broad guidance parameters.
• Evidence of effective communication skills.
• Experience in work that requires organizational skills and ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Evidence of good judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience with event management and coordination.
• Possess the tact and diplomacy required to maintain effective working relationships.
• Experience using Microsoft Office software (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity associated with daily use of desktop computer; bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to communicate clearly to perform essential duties.
• Regular activities require the ability to quickly set and change priorities which may include and/or are subject to the resolution of conflicts.

The McCain Institute is a nonpartisan organization inspired by Senator John McCain and his family’s dedication to public service. We are part of Arizona State University and based in Washington, D.C. Our programs advance democracy and human rights, empower character-driven leaders, combat human trafficking, and prevent targeted violence. Our unique power to convene leaders across the global political spectrum enables us to make a real impact on the world’s most pressing challenges. Our goal is action, not talk, and like Senator McCain, we are fighting to create a free, safe, and just world for all.

At McCain Institute, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. We value your unique background and perspective, and you may be just the right candidate for this position or other roles on our team.

For the eighth year in a row, ASU has been named the most innovative school in the nation, recognizing the university's culture of groundbreaking research and partnerships, as well as its commitment to helping students thrive in college and beyond. U.S. News and World Report has named ASU as the most innovative university all eight years the category has existed.

Working at ASU has additional perks and OUTSTANDING benefits, which include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities; and more. To estimate the value of your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.