Manager II, Board Engagement & Giving
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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About the Role
The Manager II, Board Engagement & Giving serves as a strategic partner to the Senior Director, driving CRS's philanthropic mission by deepening the engagement of Foundation and Governing Board Directors. This role exists to transform board members into active philanthropic leaders, connectors, and ambassadors for the organization's comprehensive fundraising campaign.
In this position, you will manage a high-capacity portfolio of donors, ensuring that current and potential board members are equipped to advance the Agency's goals. You will collaborate across divisions to design and implement tailored stewardship strategies, organizing strategy sessions and events that influence giving within the board's network. The role requires a blend of strategic planning and hands-on execution, from preparing briefing materials for campaign activities to guiding the planning of "Journey of Hope" trips that foster meaningful board participation.
About the Team
You will join a collaborative, mission-driven culture committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world. The team operates with a focus on agility, openness, and innovation, working effectively in intercultural and diverse environments. Success in this role depends on building trust and maintaining strong relationships with senior leadership, volunteers, and cross-functional partners.
Application Instructions
Candidates must be proficient in English and willing to travel up to 25%. Please note that benefits packages for U.S.-based staff include medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and a retirement savings plan, while packages for international roles are determined by the country of employment.
Equal Opportunity
CRS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We value personal accountability, integrity, and the ability to build and maintain trust across all teams.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Planifyr
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleManage cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for a portfolio of select major donors and board directors
- check_circleOrganize strategy sessions and events to increase giving within the donor portfolio and influence network giving
- check_circlePartner with leadership to coordinate donor engagement plans for current and potential board members
- check_circleSupport the development of engagement and stewardship strategies for board members who are donors
- check_circleContribute to the creation of high-impact communications and stewardship materials for board members
- check_circleAssist in the execution of board-related components of the comprehensive fundraising campaign
- check_circlePrepare briefing materials and talking points for board members involved in campaign activities
- check_circleContribute to the identification and cultivation of potential board candidates in collaboration with partners
- check_circleSupport onboarding and experiential learning opportunities for new board members
- check_circlePartner with the Events Team to ensure strategic alignment in board-related event planning and execution
- check_circleProvide guidance in the planning and execution of Journey of Hope trips to ensure meaningful board participation
- check_circleDevelop and implement tailored engagement strategies for high-worth individuals to support campaign initiatives
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in development studies, fundraising, business management, or related areas
- verifiedMinimum 8 years of professional experience in fundraising, board development, or strategic engagement
- verifiedMinimum of 3 years of management/supervisory experience
- verifiedExtensive experience working with institutional or private donors
- verifiedExperience working with senior leadership, boards, and volunteers
- verifiedMaster's degree required
- verifiedExperience working in the field of development and humanitarian programming
- verifiedNon-Profit management and supervisory experience
- verifiedProficient in using donor and board databases (ClearView, SharePoint, etc.)
- verifiedEnglish language proficiency
Nice to Have
Master's degree. Experience working in the field of development and humanitarian programming. Non-Profit management and supervisory experience.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleGenerous retirement savings plan
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: English, Clearview, Sharepoint.
Education: Bachelor's degree in development studies, fundraising, business management, or related areas required; Master's degree required.
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A Manager II, Board Engagement & Giving at Congressional Research Service is responsible for the following: Manage cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for a portfolio of select major donors and board directors; Organize strategy sessions and events to increase giving within the donor portfolio and influence network giving; Partner with leadership to coordinate donor engagement plans for current and potential board members; and Support the development of engagement and stewardship strategies for board members who are donors.
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To qualify for the Manager II, Board Engagement & Giving at Congressional Research Service position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in development studies, fundraising, business management, or related areas; Minimum 8 years of professional experience in fundraising, board development, or strategic engagement; Minimum of 3 years of management/supervisory experience; Extensive experience working with institutional or private donors; Experience working with senior leadership, boards, and volunteers; and Master's degree required.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in development studies, fundraising, business management, or related areas required; and Master's degree required.
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About Congressional Research Service
The Congressional Research Service operates as a specialized unit within the Library of Congress, delivering comprehensive research and analysis on legislative and oversight matters for the United States Congress. Headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, this organization functions as a shared resource serving all Members of Congress, their committees, and staff members. The entity supports the legislative process by complementing the existing staff of individual offices and committees with detailed information and expert analysis.
As a component of the legislative branch, the service maintains a strict commitment to providing authoritative, confidential, objective, and nonpartisan assistance. Its primary function is to equip decision-makers with accurate data and insights necessary for effective governance and lawmaking. The organization does not advocate for specific policies but instead ensures that all congressional leadership has access to high-quality research to inform their duties. This neutral stance allows the service to remain a trusted resource across the entire legislative body.
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