GEO is a diverse community of more than 500 grantmakers working to reshape the way philanthropy operates. We are committed to advancing smarter grantmaking practices that enable nonprofits to grow stronger and more effective at achieving better results.
The GEO community provides grantmakers with the resources and connections to build knowledge and improve practice in areas that are proven to be most critical to nonprofit success. We help grantmakers strengthen relationships with grantees, support nonprofit resilience, use learning for improvement and collaborate for greater impact.
GEO does this by developing conferences and peer learning programs, producing original research for publications and other resources and providing networking tools to connect members with like-minded peers. For more information and resources for grantmakers, visit www.geofunders.org.
Grantmakers for Effective Organizations is seeking a fulltime graduate summer associate for an entrepreneurial membership association in Washington, D.C. This role is will directly contribute to GEO’s internal effectiveness and programming. Start and end dates are negotiable. This is a temporary position and is not benefits eligible. This position pays $17/hour. Some of specific responsibilities could include:
Working with GEO’s program team to plan a convening on collaboration this fall.
Working with GEO’s program team to research and write new pieces for GEO’s Smarter Grantmaking Playbook
Working with GEO’s program team on supporting the conference planning committee for two conferences this year
Working with GEO’s fundraising team, learning more about the fundraising process while helping the team increase efficiencies
Supporting the communications team with digital media
Work with the Director of Operations on GEO’s organization-wide learning initiatives, including knowledge management and database management work
Supporting the COO on research and development projects
Requirements
Master’s degree candidate (business administration, nonprofit management or related field preferred)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities at the same time
Ability to be a self-starter and team player, especially in the context of a small, entrepreneurial organization
Previous work experience with nonprofit organizations, foundations and/or membership organizations preferred
How to apply
Submit résumé and personalized cover letter by email to:
Andy Freeze
Director of Operations hr@geofunders.org
Please write GEO GRADUATE SUMMER ASSOCIATE in your subject line. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter please address:
Why you are interested in working at GEO?
Why you are a good fit for this position?
What specific skills you would bring to the position?
How you have worked within a team to accomplish goals?