Assistant Director, Foundation Partnerships

Core responsibilities:

• Generate and manage foundation revenue by securing large, competitive grants and deepening relationships with institutional funders
• Lead efforts to identify and assess relevant funding opportunities by researching RFPs, tracking philanthropic trends, and analyzing foundation strategies
• Support donor stewardship and engagement by developing high-quality communications and programmatic update materials
• Collaborate with Development, Program, Finance, and Revenue Operations teams to draft compelling proposals and budgets, manage grant renewals, and identify new funding opportunities

This role creates positive change by generating at least $1 million annually in new philanthropic funding awards to support the Atlantic Council's work on transatlantic relations, national security, and foreign policy, enabling the organization to advance its mission and create meaningful impact in global affairs.

Required qualifications:

• Minimum of three years of experience in a development or foundation relations role with demonstrated experience cultivating and soliciting foundation support
• Strong research and analytical skills with experience assessing funding landscapes, foundation strategies, and philanthropic trends
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex research and programmatic information into clear, compelling written materials
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in communications, journalism, international relations, or a related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, and Monday.com; experience with research and reporting tools preferred

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, 403(b) plan, FSA options, pet insurance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, and wellness benefits. The Atlantic Council offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, education, and organizational equity, with offers from $61,000 to $70,000.