The ACG is currently hiring a Development & Communications Assistant.
Development & Communications Assistant Job Description:
A small but fast-paced New York City-based nonprofit foreign-policy organization seeks a detail-oriented, reliable self-starter to assist with development and communications efforts, including conducting research online, database management, and assisting with impact evaluation. The assistant will help maintain the ACG’s website and social media, assist with marketing and content production, and support development activities like donor management, grant tracking, and the organization of special events.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated to work on a variety of short- and long-term projects both independently and as part of a team. The individual should be well-organized and a meticulous multitasker.
Key roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist with crafting impactful social media content and support communications, logistics, marketing, and fundraising.
- Manage the Salesforce database.
- Support member and alumni engagement – including maintenance of the ACG’s online community platform.
- Manage the organization’s website.
- Support the development and implementation of digital advertising campaigns across multiple platforms.
- Handle membership management, including tracking membership dues, donations, and notices.
- Help manage a grants calendar to track donors and grant compliance.
- Support the creation of collateral materials and other information for donors.
- Support research on and outreach to foundations, corporations, and private donors.
- Support of annual John J. McCloy Awards Dinner and other special development events.
- Support impact evaluation efforts
Qualifications:
- 1-3 years’ experience working in a development, communications, marketing, external relations, or administrative capacity at a nonprofit.
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, political science, public administration, or a related field.
- Familiarity with database software applications, online community platforms such as Hivebrite, Canva, Mailchimp, WordPress, and video/audio editing. Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite products.
- Database management experience – preferably Salesforce.
- Excellent written and verbal communications and editing skills.
- Organization and project management experience, with proven ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced atmosphere.
- Experience developing compelling social media content, including original material, shared material, and current news stories.
- Experience with email campaigns and website management, with a preference for candidates with a keen familiarity with leveraging social media analytics.
- Digitally savvy and early adopter of new tech innovations for fundraising, communications, member services, and alumni connections.
- Website maintenance skills highly desirable.
- German language skills are a plus.
- Interest in and commitment to the mission of the American Council on Germany.
The American Council on Germany is an independent, nonpartisan nonprofit organization that promotes dialogue among leaders from business, government, and the media in the United States and Europe by convening discussions and conferences, sponsoring fellowships, holding Young Leader programs, and other outreach efforts.
Ideal starting date: May 2025
Salary range: $40,000-$50,000
How to Apply:
To apply, please send a detailed cover letter (including salary requirements) and resume to jobs@acgusa.org (with “Development & Communications Assistant” in the subject line). No phone calls, please.