In a world dominated by GDP and quarterly earnings, critical aspects of social progress are left under-prioritized, underfunded and marginalized. The Social Progress Imperative is changing this paradox by redefining what success is and putting things that matter to real people’s lives at the top of the agenda—are they safe, healthy and free? Our annual Social Progress Index is a global benchmarking of countries’ social performance to provide a more complete view on how a society is truly developing. But the Index is not just a research and measurement tool; it is also a catalyst for action. The Index has been adopted by governments, businesses and communities around the world to identify their greatest social challenges and prioritize and accelerate policies, actions and investments to improve the lives of everyday people.

The Social Progress Imperative seeks a creative, entrepreneurial, outcome-driven professional with exceptional skills in developing and managing strategic relations to build and lead its new fundraising and strategic relations program. This is a unique opportunity for an intellectually curious self-starter who is passionate about building a fairer, more sustainable world to help shape and scale this innovative global initiative. The Director will develop and maintain a portfolio of major donors and prospects in the U.S., Europe and other global markets, and build lasting strategic relationships that connect a partner’s passions with the organization’s mission. S/he will design compelling engagement materials including case statements, presentations, proposals and donor reports, and oversee stewardship efforts. The Director will also support regional partner organizations around the world to develop sustainable revenue plans and scale the Social Progress Imperative’s mission.

The Director of Strategic Relations must have at least 7 years of experience identifying, cultivating and managing relationships with corporations, foundations and individuals to support U.S. and global causes; relationship management experience with high-end donors preferred. Ideal candidates will have experience promoting data-driven concepts and theories, and/or have led fundraising or outreach efforts for policy advocacy or issue campaigns. The Director must be a self-starter with excellent communications, interpersonal and organizational skills, and excited to work in a flexible, fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment across different countries, cultures, and time zones.

This new position reports to the Chief Operating Officer and will partner with the CEO, senior team and Board members to implement the fundraising strategy. The position is based in Washington, DC, but other locations may be considered for an exceptional candidate.

The Social Progress Imperative is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive compensation and generous benefits, including covering 100% of medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and their dependents and 5% contribution to employees’ 403(b) retirement plans after six months of employment. Well qualified individuals are encouraged to apply for this position as soon as possibly by sending a cover letter expressing your passion for the mission and fit for the role, salary expectations and resume to careers@social-progress.org.