How You’ll Contribute
The Advancement team cultivates, solicits, and stewards individuals, as well as foundation, government and corporate partners who invest in the Society to drive impact through science, technology, education, exploration, and storytelling. The team collaborates with Society teams – and often works closely with NGP/Disney – to build transformative and impact-driven strategic partnerships. The team also produces global events that deepen connections and leverage the Society’s power to convene, and directs robust annual, major and planned giving programs empowering the Society with a broad base of public support.
The Coordinator, Campaign Engagement and Marketing provides critical support for the Vice President, Campaign Engagement and Marketing and assists with general administration for Campaign Engagement & Marketing at the National Geographic Society.
Your Impact
Responsibilities Include
Administrative Support (40%)
- Completing travel and expense reports for the Vice President;
- Coordinating with the Executive Assistant to the Chief Advancement Officer, as appropriate;
- Drafting and proofreading correspondence;
- Proofreading proposals and plans;
- Supporting donor events, as necessary;
- Arranging donor visits to NGS headquarters;
- Assisting with campaign meeting scheduling and logistics;
- Serve as a first point of contact for internal and external inquiries.
Support for Campaign (50%)
- Compiling and distributing executive briefing materials ahead of donor and prospect meetings;
- Managing the production of in-house mailings and some stewardship fulfillment;
- Attending Campaign meetings and maintain scheduling and follow up;
- Compiling donor and prospect packets for Gift Officer meetings.
Team Support (10%)
- Coordinate all gift acknowledgements for major gifts for the full Advancement team;
- Support Special Projects with gifting and maintaining Advancement’s gift inventory;
- Support the annual internship program on behalf of Advancement, closely supporting the Advancement Leadership Team and CAO;
- Coordinates team meeting agendas and assists with project management platform Monday.com);
- Other administrative duties as assigned to support overall advancement and campaign efforts.
What You’ll Bring
Educational Background
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum Years And Type Of Experience
2+ years professional work experience preferred; past Advancement experience preferred.
Necessary Knowledge And Skills Required
- Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary with a demonstrated ability to write effectively for business/philanthropic communication purposes.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and G-Suites
- Must be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality.
- Proactive and professional demeanor when interacting with NGS staff, senior executives, high net worth individuals, and donors.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment is required.
Desired Qualifications
- Proficiency with Raiser’s Edge database system strongly preferred.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and work with minimum of instruction and supervision when necessary.
- Excellent interpersonal skills enabling professional and congenial interactions.
Supervision
No direct reports.
Salary Information
The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package. Our compensation structure and transparent pay philosophy are based on industry-specific market data for similar-sized nonprofit organizations.
The salary range for this position accounts for a wide range of factors including but not limited to organizational need; specific skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and more. At the National Geographic Society, individuals are typically hired at or near the starting point of the salary range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
The hourly range for this position is $25.12 - $26.44.
In addition, the National Geographic Society offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; engaging and comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment; flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year) and 10 days of sick leave; 12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31 (May not apply to all roles that are required to work during high volume seasons or essential workers. Please check with the hiring manager for confirmation.); paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits; learning and development opportunities; Lifestyle Spending Account; pet adoption assistance and insurance; pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy; employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit; and a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks.
Job Designation
Hybrid - At the Society, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are Hybrid. Our Hybrid category requires that staff work at Base Camp two days each week: every Tuesday and Wednesday. Hybrid staff are also always welcome to come in additional days each week if preferred.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization.
