The Mercatus Center at George Mason University and its sister organization, the Institute for Humane Studies (IHS), seek a Director of Foundations Strategy to join a fast-paced and growing development team. Ideal candidates will have professional development experience with a track record of results and a demonstrated ability to take on significant responsibilities. These include:

• Researching prospective and current foundation interests and giving
• Initiating proposal strategy discussions with foundation staff and Mercatus/IHS principals
• Management of grant writer
• Editing of all foundation related proposals
• An appreciation for the missions of each organization is a must. Candidates must also be detail-oriented, have excellent written communication skills, be entrepreneurial, and appreciate teamwork. The Director of Foundations Strategy will have a high level of responsibility over his/her projects and must be a self-starter.

Management experience and the willingness to travel is a requirement for this position.

Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience. In addition, the Mercatus Center provides exceptional benefits to all individual employees, including full health and dental coverage, flexible spending accounts, long-term disability and life insurance, a 403(b) retirement savings program, a parking permit, and one free course per semester at George Mason University.

To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to hr@mercatus.org. No phone calls please.