Job Description

Grade: 9
Location: Washington, DC
Closing: June 30

Come join a team of dedicated staff at an exceptional time in Smithsonian history, as the Institution Come join a team of dedicated staff at an exceptional time in the Smithsonian's history as we prepare for the Smithsonian Campaign for Our Shared Future. This ambitious fundraising campaign's public phase will run from 2024 to 2026, culminating with the nation's 250th anniversary. It will expand the Smithsonian's reach and impact, empowering the institution to find solutions to today's most pressing challenges. The Smithsonian is also planning two exciting 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. There is no better time to join this amazing Institution.

About the Advancement Associate
The Smithsonian Institution's Office of Advancement seeks an experienced candidate to fill the role of Advancement Associate in the Institutional Advancement department. The position will play an important role in supporting multiple functions within a growing and dynamic organization. The incumbent provides technical and administrative support to the Director of Institutional Advancement and a team of corporate and foundation frontline fundraisers. This position will support advancement functions associated with corporations and foundations, including collecting project information and drafting donor correspondence, arranging behind-the-scenes tours, and other donor related services, while providing a full range of general administrative duties.

Successful candidates will demonstrate superior writing, editing, and oral communications skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to productively support multiple priorities. Considerable initiative and seasoned judgement are required. Candidates must have demonstrated experience with current office technology including Microsoft Office Suite. A passion for learning and exploration, and the desire to join a fast-paced operation should be demonstrated in your application. Experience in complex higher education or a large cultural or environmental organization is preferred.

About the Office of Advancement and Smithsonian Institution
The Office of Advancement oversees and guides the fundraising efforts of the entire Smithsonian and is home to the central development 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.

The Smithsonian Institution is a unique complex of 22 museums and galleries, the National Zoo, and eight research centers. The Smithsonian is a national and world treasure and is dedicated to its founding mission, "the increase and diffusion of knowledge." Its exhibitions, programs, collections, and outreach touch the lives of millions of Americans every year, as well as many who visit us from abroad.

Benefits and Application Instructions
The Smithsonian Institution offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive package of benefits. This is not a federal position but has similar requirements and benefits. Interested candidates should submit their resumes and a cover letter to oastaffing@si.edu by June 30, 2023. Please include the position title in your e-mail subject line. 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.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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.

The Smithsonian Institution provides reasonable accommodation to applicants where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Specialist listed. 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 .