The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is seeking a responsible, detail-oriented, and motivated Associate to join our Development & External Affairs team. This role will be instrumental in supporting our fundraising efforts, donor relations, and overall development strategies.

This newly created position offers an exciting opportunity to participate in all areas of a fundraising team, including foundation, corporate, and individual giving as well as events and community-building functions.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Development & External Affairs, the Development & External Affairs Associate plays an important role by providing administrative support to the team; participating in all fundraising activities across the donor cycle—including prospecting, cultivation, and stewardship; creating marketing opportunities such as newsletters; and supporting community groups such as CDT’s Advisory Council and Alumni Network.

About CDT

CDT is a 30-year old nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that advocates to protect civil rights and civil liberties in the digital age. CDT fights for tech policies and practices that protect people’s rights and our democracy—in areas ranging from data privacy and AI, to government surveillance, to online content moderation, to elections, to the use of technology in education and government services.

CDT advocates to policymakers in the U.S. and Europe; engages with companies to improve their policies and product designs; shapes public opinion on major tech policy issues; and advocates in the courts. In addition to our advocacy work, CDT’s research team produces deep-dive original research to address pressing issues in technology policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing fundraising activities, including:
  • Research prospective corporate, foundation, and individual donors;
  • Support grant writing and reporting processes;
    • Track grant deliverables to help ensure timely completion;
    • Help draft budgets for grant proposals; and
    • Oversee grant deadlines and submission processes.
  • Support donor communications, including acknowledgements and regular updates;
  • Manage gift processing; and
  • Maintain accurate records in the donor database.
• Assist in the planning and execution of benefit events, including:
  • Participate in event planning;
  • Collaborate with the Communications team on event promotion via social media platforms, websites, and newsletters;
  • Assist in invitations, including list development and sending; and
  • Steward event sponsors through guest lists and event follow-up.
• Assist in External Affairs activities
  • Aid in the drafting of outreach materials including newsletters and policy updates; and
  • Support formal networks—CDT’s Advisory Council, Alumni Network, Working Groups, Collaborating Attorneys Network, and Non-Resident Fellows.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

This position is designed for a junior professional who can demonstrate the ability to learn quickly and adapt to a rapidly changing team.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field;
• A minimum of one year of relevant work experience (including internships);
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills;
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize;
• Flexibility and the ability to respond to fast-breaking news and events; and
• An energetic, entrepreneurial, friendly, and collaborative working style.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Google Workspace and donor management software—experience with Salesforce is a plus;
• An interest in technology policy

Compensation, Title and Location

The compensation for this position ranges from $55–$68K. Compensation is determined on a tiered pay scale based on years of experience and the responsibilities of the role. Candidates may request guidance on where they would fall within the salary range at any point in the application process. CDT provides a generous benefits package that includes health care and dental coverage for employees and dependents, a retirement plan, paid vacation, sick days, and parental leave.

This position is based in CDT’s Washington, D.C. office, which operates on a hybrid schedule with three days in office per week. A different hybrid schedule or fully remote work may be considered in exceptional cases and is available if needed as a disability accommodation.

To Apply

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis starting on July 16, 2024. Application materials should be sent to hr@cdt.org. Please submit:

• A cover letter explaining your interest in applying for this role, the skills and experiences you would bring, and why those skills and experiences would allow you to be successful in this position; and
• A current resume.

The Center for Democracy & Technology is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer. CDT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation in any of its activities or operations. We believe that a diverse staff enables us to do better and more impactful work. Women, people of color, disabled people, and members of low-income, LGBTQIA+, and other marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply.