Job Description

Grade: 13
Location: Washington, DC
Status: Open to All
Closing: October 15

Come join a team of dedicated staff at an exceptional time in the Smithsonian's history as we develop and implement strategic initiatives designated by the Smithsonian's Secretary such as the Rural Initiative and Reckoning with Our Racial Past (RWORP). Community and nationally focused programs are being planned in support of these initiatives through 2025 and will our goal of expanding the Smithsonian's reach and impact and empowering the institution to find solutions to today's most pressing challenges. The Smithsonian is also developing two new museums. The National Museum of the American Latino and the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum share the experiences and perspectives of Latinos and women across history and deepen our shared understanding of what it means to be an American. The Smithsonian has built a model fundraising organization, driven by talented staff across our many museums, research centers and cultural centers. This position offers exciting opportunities for the successful candidate to make a significant impact on the future of the Smithsonian while working with designated units across the campus. There is no better time to join this amazing Institution.

The Office of Advancement oversees and guides the fundraising efforts of the entire Smithsonian and is home to the central advancement organization for the Institution. In addition to raising significant support for a variety of Smithsonian initiatives, the Office of Advancement provides support services to advancement offices across the Institution. The office engages with staff throughout the Smithsonian in accomplishing their goals.

Key Responsibilities
The Smithsonian Office of Advancement seeks experienced and creative candidates to fill the position of Assistant Director, Membership for the Friends of the Smithsonian program. The Friends of the Smithsonian program raises unrestricted funds for the Institution and includes the James Smithson Society and the Castle Circle. The Assistant Director will be responsible for partnering with program leadership to develop and implement strategies for growth in membership and revenue. The Assistant Director will share responsibility for the management of donor stewardship for both the Castle Circle and James Smithson Society, in partnership with the Director of the Smithsonian Giving Circles. Responsibilities include management of direct marketing program; event planning and execution; collaboration and counsel to Smithsonian membership programs; and planning and implementation of presenters, venues, tours, and programmatic content for the Annual Smithsonian Weekend, an event hosted by the Smithsonian Leadership and produced by the Office of Advancement.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
Qualified applicants will have a minimum of five years of progressive fundraising experience, including developing membership and engagement strategies, donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, and utilizing a fundraising database. Must successfully demonstrate strong writing and communications skills, an ability to successfully manage multiple deadlines, superior organizational skills, supervisory experience and a thirst for learning. Experience in a large, complex non-profit organization preferred. Occasional work during the evenings and weekends will be necessary.

Applicants who wish to qualify based on education completed outside the United States, must be deemed equivalent to higher education programs of U.S. Institutions by an organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and should be included as part of your application package.

Any false statement in your application may result in your application being rejected and may also result in termination after employment begins.

Application Instructions
The Smithsonian Institution values and seeks a diverse workforce. Join us in "Inspiring Generations through Knowledge and Discovery." Interested candidates should submit their resumes using this link by October 15, 2023. Resumes should include a description of your paid and non-paid work experience that is related to this job; starting and ending dates of job (month and year); and average number of hours worked per week. Relocation expenses are not paid.

What To Expect Next: Once the vacancy announcement closes, a review of your resume will be compared against the qualification and experience requirements related to this job. After review of applicant resumes is complete, qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Smithsonian Institution provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact oastaffing@si.edu . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. To learn more, please review the Smithsonian's Accommodation Procedures .

The Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a workforce comprising a variety of educational, cultural, and experiential backgrounds support and enhance our daily work life and contribute to the richness of our exhibitions and programs. See Smithsonian EEO program information: www.si.edu/oeema .