Ed Trust seeks an Associate II, Development on our Development team. The Associate II will join a staff committed to fulfilling our mission of closing opportunity gaps that disproportionately affect students of color and students from low-income backgrounds.

The Development Associate II is the final reviewer and submitter for all formal grant submissions spanning the entire grants management lifecycle and supports donor communications, events, and engagement. This includes supporting the preparation of high-quality grant proposals/reports/funder correspondence, managing all grant submissions, tracking renewals, and writing/coordinating individual fundraising communications. This position interfaces with teams across the organization, including the communications team, and content team grant managers to accurately report activities and progress to our donors.

Ed Trust is committed to advancing policies and practices to dismantle the racial and economic barriers embedded in the U.S. education system. Through our research and advocacy, Ed Trust improves equity in education from preschool through college, engages diverse communities dedicated to equity and justice, and increases political and public will to build an education system where all students will thrive.

Available immediately, this role is based in our Washington, DC office and is eligible for telework for up to 3 days per week. The Development Associate II reports to the Chief Development Officer.

The responsibilities and objectives for the role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collaborate with program teams and development teams to edit and prepare high-quality proposals and reports (including required attachments), letters of inquiry, funder presentations, and stewardship updates for submission to funders, meeting all internal and external deadlines
• Organize grant kick-off meetings and support grant managers in tracking grant deliverables throughout the grant period
• Prepare donor correspondence on behalf of the CDO and/or President & CEO proactively and as requested
• Analyze donor/grant data, generating timely reports to inform fundraising strategy and activities
• Write and coordinate all online donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship communications
• Coordinate fundraising events in collaboration with the development team, including donor engagement at advocacy bootcamps, salon dinners, funder briefings, and other opportunities to identify and cultivate new donors
• Keep abreast of Ed Trust’s policy positions and research, as well as best practices in fundraising and donor database management

• Shared belief in Ed Trust’s mission and a commitment to improving educational equity with a focus on racial equity
• Dedication in contributing to and maintaining an equitable working environment
• High attention to detail

• Strong written, editorial, and verbal communication skills

• Time management skills, including being able to organize time to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Strong follow-through and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines

• Ability to balance the needs of various internal and external stakeholders

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

• At least a bachelor’s degree
• At least 2-3 years of experience in related positions
• Experience with Salesforce or other similar CRM
• Demonstrated experience with grants and/or individual fundraising

This position falls within Level B of our salary structure for our Washington, DC office. The new hire range for this position is $57,848 - $72,310. Offers are commensurate with skills and experience.

The Education Trust prioritizes the health and well-being of its employees and, to that end, offers a highly competitive benefits package. Medical, dental and vision insurance are covered at 100% for the employee, with significant coverage also offered for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. We provide sick leave, vacation leave, and personal leave, and we follow the federal government for most holiday closures. To ensure staff have synchronous opportunities for rest and renewal, the office is closed for a week-long summer break and a week-long winter break. Among other offerings, we provide an Employee Assistance Program at no cost to the employee, and a generous 7% contribution opportunity on a 403(b)-retirement plan.

At The Education Trust, the health and safety of our employees is of the utmost importance. As such, all Education Trust employees are required to be fully vaccinated and remain up to date on their vaccinations for COVID-19. New hires should be fully vaccinated and up to date on their COVID-19 vaccinations prior to their first day of work. Requests for accommodations due to medical or religious reasons will be reviewed by Human Resources.

The Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.

To apply: Please provide an updated resume.