Development Strategy Fellowship with NSN

Summer 2014

The National Security Network is currently seeking a public policy or business graduate school fellow for a special position working on the organization’s development strategy.   The fellowship has flexible dates, but is expected to run from May/June through August/September 2014. This position will include a limited monthly stipend.

The fellowship provides a serious opportunity to gain an understanding of the mission, strategy, and structure of a non-profit foreign policy organization and develop recommendations for a development plan.  Working closely with the Executive Director the fellow will gain first-hand knowledge of how an organization effectively decides upon a fundraising strategy and will contribute directly to shaping that approach.

The fellow will take part in a review of current fundraising practices and goals and will help research possible donors (foundation, corporate, individual) and craft achievable targets and effective organizational presentation to achieve those targets.

This fellow will have the opportunity to interact with NSN’s Board of Directors and gain hands on development and management experience.

Responsibilities of the position will include (but are not limited to):

• Observing and understanding NSN’s role in the non-profit foreign policy community
• Assessing the potential funding opportunities in the field and their relevance to NSN
• Reviewing and evaluating NSN’s current development practices
• Researching and making recommendations on alternative approaches
• Creating a draft development strategy for review by the Executive Director and Board

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate students pursuing management, business or policy degrees are encouraged to apply.  Some non-academic experience in business or non-profit management preferred.

• Strong writing and research skills
• Relevant research experience
• Ability to work both independently and as part of team
• Ability to work in fast paced and dynamic environment
• Political and policy experience (non-profits, NGOs, government) is a plus

Candidates should be able to work a minimum of 32 hours per week. A strong preference will be given to applicants who can commit to a full-time fellowship.

To apply:

To apply for this summer 2014 graduate fellowship with the National Security Network, please submit the following materials to Katie McBee at kmcbee@nsnetwork.org by the suggested deadline. The subject line should include your name and the internship period for which you are applying.

• Cover letter, including your availability (hours/week and approximate start/end dates)
• Resume
• Short writing sample (2-3 pages)

We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Only those candidates selected for a phone interview will be contacted.