Manager Grants and Development

Manager Grants and Development

Fulltime FAS staff

Washington DC

Why FAS

Does FAS sound like an organization that you would be energized to join Is it aligned to your values

The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) takes quite seriously our role as a beacon and voice for the science community.

FAS has a rich history: after the devastating bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945 a group of atomic researchers deeply concerned about the use of science for malice created an organization committed to using science and technology to benefit humanity.

The group they created the Federation of Atomic Scientists soon became the Federation of American Scientists in recognition of the hundreds of scientists across diverse disciplines who joined together to speak with one voice for the betterment of the world.

Today we are a group of entrepreneurial intrepid changemakers forging a better future for all through the nexus of science technology and talent. We value equity inclusion and transparency. As a collective we are building an organization focused on being impactdriven customerfocused and growthoriented as a force for good in the world.

Skills and Expertise: Must Haves

Do you have the unique set of attributes we need for the role

Skills

What skills do you need to possess to be a strong candidate

• Manage a funding portfolio of donors and grants for the following FAS core programmatic domains emerging technologies metascience bioeconomy regional innovation and STEM equity. This includes creating strategies to attract new sustained funding for this portfolio and ensuring all grants received are strategic aligned and actionable to support FAS.
• Lead the full grant management lifecycle to include but not limited to concept paper development grant writing grant application submission funder management and impact reporting.
• Create and execute on stewardship plans by mobilizing FAS leadership and technical experts to cultivate and grow these relationships.
• Conduct prospect analysis and outreach plans to identify cultivate and secure new philanthropic resources aligned to FAS priorities.
• Design and implement philanthropic engagement initiatives aimed at fostering critical crosssector connections and discussions that promote the progress of science.

Expertise

What skills do you need to show proficiency (or higher) in order to be a strong candidate

• A minimum of 5 years experience working in philanthropic fundraising at a nonprofit.
• Demonstrated experience having expanded and cultivated existing funder and/or donor relationships over time.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral with the ability to define programmatic impact.
• Strong organization and project management skills; a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Ability to work both independently without close oversight while also contributing as a team player.
• Be an effective brand manager for FAS with the philanthropic community.

To Sum It Up

Whats the elevator pitch for the role

The Federation of American Scientists is looking for a Grants and Development Manager to join its Development team. This role would add to a small but increasingly sophisticated Development department focused on building strategic and impactful programs across FAS and finding the resources to make this work possible.

The ideal candidate for this role will possess stellar communication skills both oral and written in order to understand and detail FAS complex policy concepts clearly as well as to translate potential funder interests and communicate our impact in a compelling manner. This candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills to work across FAS teams and with external partners to be an effective fundraiser.

This candidate may also possess an interest in science and technology and a curiosity about how sound policy can make a difference in peoples lives.

Work Environment

This position will be a hybrid role meaning that both remote and inperson work can be accommodated generally two to three days per week onsite and two to three days per week remote.

This position is included in a unionrepresented collective bargaining unit and specific terms and conditions of employment are subject to collective bargaining.

Salary Range

$70000$87500

Hiring Statement

Dont check off every box Apply anyway! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every listed qualification. At FAS we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and developing new voices. If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly we encourage you to apply anyway you might just be the right candidate.

The Federation of American Scientists is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FAS does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability or veteran status. All hiring decisions are based on an individuals qualifications and skills and FAS is committed to ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to Federation of American Scientists prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. Employment is contingent on successful verification of eligibility to work in the United States.