Associate Director of Development, ESIA

JOB OVERVIEW

The George Washington University's (GW) Division of University Advancement (UA) drives GW's efforts to build a vibrant and engaged global community dedicated to the university's continued excellence and impact. UA seeks to promote a culture of philanthropy throughout the university community, including alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, corporations and foundations, patients and other friends. Our goal is to advance GW's mission of excellence in education, research, scholarship and patient care.

The Division of University Advancement (UA) is seeking an Associate Director of Development, Elliott School of International Affairs (ESIA). ESIA is highly ranked in international affairs and one of the largest school of international relations in the U.S. The position reports to the Assistant Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations, ESIA. The Associate Director of Development, ESIA plays a critical role in developing meaningful connections with alumni, parents, and friends of the school that will result in stronger engagement and philanthropic support (outright and planned gifts).

This position partners with deans, faculty, and central and school based advancement staff to meet fundraising goals in support of philanthropic priorities. The Associate Director of Development, ESIA manages a pool of approximately 150 top tier major gift prospects around the country and develops strategies to move them across the donor continuum. The Associate Director of Development, ESIA is well versed in Elliott School/university programs and initiatives to align prospects' interests and present proposals as appropriate.

The Associate Director of Development, ESIA is expected to be enthusiastic and work well in a fast‑paced team environment. For more information about the Elliott School:
(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).. This position will conduct an average of 12‑15 prospect visits monthly and document‑ comprehensively and in a timely fashion - these are discovery/cultivation/solicitation/stewardship visits. The Associate Director of Development, ESIA will work closely with prospect research and university advancement colleagues in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and tracking major gift prospects. This role will acquire an extensive knowledge of the school's and GW's programs and projects to match with prospect interest, while collaborating with faculty and staff in developing topic‑specific proposals.

Performs other work‑related duties as assigned; the omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Two or more years of experience in fundraising (preferably with major gifts or face‑to‑face donor contact), public relations, or marketing (experience in higher education fundraising preferred).
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.

$80,927.47 - $

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well‑being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit .

• Campus
  
  Location:
  
  Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
• College/School/Department:
  University Advancement
• Family:
  Dev & Alumni Relations
• Sub‑Family:
  Major Gifts
• Stream:
  Individual Contributor
• Level: Level 2
• Full‑Time/Part‑Time:
  Full‑Time
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday - Friday 8:30am
  -5:00pm, Occasional evenings/weekends
• Will this job require the employee to work on site?:
  Yes
• Employee Onsite Status:
  Hybrid
• Telework:
  Yes
• Required Background Check:
  Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
• Special Instructions to Applicants:
  Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
• Internal Applicants Only?:
  No
• Posting Number: S013970
• Job Open Date: 12/18/2025

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.