Associate, Development

ABOUT THE GIIN

The Global Impact Investing Network, Inc. (GIIN) is the leading industry body for impact investing. Since 2009, the GIIN has worked to increase the scale and effectiveness of impact investing to solve systemic problems facing people and the planet. With approximately 450 member organizations across six continents, the GIIN serves as a hub for innovation, ideas and information to help investors build a more sustainable, inclusive and resilient world.

Learn more at https://thegiin.org

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Development Associate will play a key role in supporting the administration and operations of partnerships with the GIIN's portfolio of funders. We are seeking a highly organized self-starter to maintain and enhance efficient internal systems and records for the Development team; draft clear, structured donor engagement and compliance materials; and support donor cultivation efforts. This role provides ongoing administrative support and Salesforce management that leads to analytically driven and strategic operational outcomes.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Essential Duties of the Job

Donor Reporting & Grant Management

• Produce well-crafted donor reports for foundations, governments, and corporate funders that present the GIIN's market building activities with clarity, elevating key achievements relative to funder priorities.
• Collaborate with the Development team and/or GIIN program teams to ensure compliance with and completion of grant obligations, including but not limited to key performance indicators, project deliverables and milestones, and specific reporting requirements.
• Manage data collection for internal organization-wide quarterly reporting by GIIN program teams, including:
• Developing and/or updating internal reporting templates for new grants
• Gathering and ensuring high-quality, accurate, and relevant information/data.
• Liaising with program staff to ensure appropriate and clear framing or presentation of activities.
• Maintain Salesforce data for all grants and donors

Development Operations

• Support grant management for the GIIN's portfolio of funders, including:
• Creating grant management materials to ensure clear understanding of grant commitments and details across Development, Program, and Finance teams.
• Coordinating with the Finance team on grant administrative details
• Corresponding with funders for administrative purposes as needed
• Maintain institutional donor files and grant records, including tracking relevant funder information, proposal and reporting timelines, and conducting regular audits for data accuracy in Salesforce and other internal systems.
• Manage files and important documents for the Development team, in coordination with Finance and Operations teams.
• Support event sponsor cultivation efforts through research and administrative support as needed to help expand the GIIN's sponsor pipeline.

Additional Responsibilities

• Contribute to the grant proposal development process, including compiling organizational due diligence information, drafting grant narratives, and managing submissions
• Support donor pipeline development, including conducting research on prospective funders and tracking action items.
• Support all other day-to-day operations that enable a successful fundraising strategy.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, communications, journalism, international development, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development operations, grant writing/management, or a related administrative role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to produce clear, well-organized materials for diverse audiences.
• Experience working with Salesforce or a comparable CRM platform; comfort with data entry, recordkeeping, and basic reporting.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, self-starter approach with a commitment to process improvement and operational excellence.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and engage with staff at all levels.
• Commitment to human dignity, justice, fairness, and respect.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with impact investing, sustainable finance, or related fields.
• Experience with foundation, government, or corporate grant compliance and reporting.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, project management tools (e.g., Asana), and data visualization or reporting tools.
• Experience supporting donor prospecting and pipeline research.

LOCATION & ELIGIBILITY

This position will be based in our New York City office. The GIIN operates a hybrid work model with distinct in-person and flexible work periods throughout the year.

Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States that does not require employment visa sponsorship. For example, possess U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residency (Green Card).

COMPENSATION

The GIIN is committed to pay equity. The salary range for this role is between $59,500 and $64,000 per annum, with exact salary depending on qualification, experience, and non-profit market alignment, with an excellent benefits package.

The GIIN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We aim to offer competitive salaries and benefits and are committed to fairness, trust, and consistency in compensation. We do not ask for prior pay history from our candidates and our offer-making process is negotiation-free for salaries and benefits.

TO APPLY

Interested? Submit a cover letter to motivate your interest in the role, and your resume by 15 April 2026, here. Early application is advised as we consider applicants on a rolling basis. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.