Development Specialist

CEIR is seeking a dedicated and experienced Development Specialist to join our team. This role will lead our fundraising and development initiatives, building robust systems to sustain and expand our vital work in election administration and research. The ideal candidate brings demonstrated success in nonprofit fundraising, expertise in modern development tools and strategies, and a commitment to nonpartisan democratic institutions.

Application Deadline: September 26, 2025

Key Responsibilities:
– Develop and implement comprehensive, forward-looking fundraising strategies aligned with CEIR’s mission and growth objectives, in partnership with the Executive Director and senior staff.
– Establish and optimize development infrastructure including:
Donor engagement and stewardship
Gift processing and acknowledgement
Performance metrics and reporting framework
Database management and constituent records
– Manage the full grant lifecycle, from prospect research through proposal development and reporting
– Leverage Bloomerang CRM to maintain detailed constituent records and analyze giving patterns to inform strategy
– Create compelling fundraising materials and impact reports for diverse audiences
– Lead individual giving campaigns and special appeals in collaboration with CEIR staff and outside contractors
– Support Executive Director in donor development, solicitation, and stewardship for major gift and institutional donors to maximize his efficacy

Qualifications
– 4+ years of fundraising, donor relations, or project management experience, preferably in democracy or civic organizations
– Proven track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising goals
– Knowledge of fundraising best practices and emerging trend
– Proficiency with Bloomerang or similar CRM platforms
– Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
– Strong project management skills and attention to detail
– Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Preferred Qualifications
– Experience with election administration, civic engagement, or democracy-focused organizations
– Knowledge of nonprofit compliance requirements
– Grant writing and management expertise
– Experience building development programs from the ground up

Benefits
– Salary Range: $67,000-98,000
– Comprehensive benefits package, including:
up to 100% of health, dental, and vision insurance premiums paid for by CEIR
a 401(k) plan that vests immediately and with up to 5% match (i.e., CEIR matches 100% of your contributions up to 5% of your annual pay)
at least 12 weeks of paid family leave (covers parental leave, serious family/own illness, etc.)
– Flexible work schedule
– Professional development and training opportunities

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following:
– Resume
– Brief cover letter or statement of interest
– 2-3 references

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