HIRING NOW (US OFFICE OPEN POSITIONS)

May 2, 2024

We are looking for a Communications Officer and an Operations Officer that will be based out of our Washington DC office. Resumes are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please email your resume, cover letter and three references (references will only be contacted if the candidate is shortlisted).

Interested candidates should email materials to jobs@bhutanfound.org (Subject Line: Position you are applying for and last name)

Communications Officer

The Bhutan Foundation Communications Officer is responsible for planning, producing, and overseeing the execution of marketing and communication strategies including media, publications, website, and all communication materials. This includes developing and publishing materials to deliver the organization’s message to donors and the public. The Communications Officer will also oversee and assist with the organization and coordination of conferences, meetings, and events that promote awareness of Bhutan and the Bhutan Foundation.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Communications Officer

  • Manage the development, production, and distribution of promotional materials for the Foundation, such as annual report, spring update, e-newsletters, brochures etc.

  • Manage the Foundation’s website and social media communications. 

  • Develop, produce, and run marketing campaigns for online fundraising.

  • Write and distribute press releases and other media communications.

  • Be responsible for ensuring accuracy in information and proofreading.

  • Analyze marketing and communications programs and make recommendations to adjust strategy and tactics to increase effectiveness.

Event Management:

  • Coordinate and run both online (virtual) and in-person events hosted by the Foundation

  • Conduct research, make site visits, and find resources to help staff make decisions about event possibilities.

  • Coordinate on-site arrangements for all events and meetings: event space, vendors, food and beverage, audiovisual equipment, decor, etc.

  • Propose new ideas to improve the event planning and implementation process.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree. Preferably in marketing, communications, or relevant field.

  • Must have employment authorization for employment in the US.

  • Minimum 2 years’ work experience in marketing/communications.

  • Ability to use DonorPerfect, constant contact or similar software to create and send emails, newsletters, etc.

  • Ability to use wordpress (or similar website management system)

  • Graphic design skills: Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Canva, piktochart etc.

  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and in teams.

  • Commitment to the goals and mission of the Bhutan Foundation.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Communications reimbursement

  • Retirement benefits

  • Hybrid work

Location:

Must be based in or willing to relocate to Washington DC for a hybrid remote position.

Resumes are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please email your resume, cover letter and three references (references will only be contacted if the candidate is shortlisted).

Interested candidates should email materials to jobs@bhutanfound.org

Operations Officer

The Operations Officer will lead and assist with work integral to the fundraising and operations of the Foundation. This includes processing donations, managing donor database, and assisting in day-to-day administrative functions. The Operations Officer may be assigned other responsibilities related to the Foundation’s activities when required. The Bhutan Foundation Operations Officer will be employed full time at the Bhutan Foundation Washington DC Office.  This position reports to the Executive Director.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Processing Donations:

  • Ensure all donors are properly receipted for their contributions.

  • Make sure all donations are deposited into the Bhutan Foundation bank accounts in an appropriate and timely manner.  

  • Draft donor tax receipts, and thank you cards and upon approval send by mail.

  • Record all donations in the monthly deposit report for review and approval by the Director of Programs and Operations.

  • Make sure all donations, deposit records, and donor correspondence are scanned, filed in the donor file, and donor database.

Donor data Management and Fundraising:

  • Enter all prospective, received, and pledged donations in the donor database and precisely track gift detail.

  • Analyze donor data and conduct research on donor profiles to assist with donor cultivation, solicitation, recognition, and stewardship.

  • Develop donor mailing lists for year-end mailing, spring mailing, annual report mailings, and events for the Foundation.

  • Assist with event planning, including coordinating logistics, managing RSVPs, and preparing materials.

Administrative Duties:

  • Provide support to the team, including scheduling meetings, phone calls, travel arrangements, and event coordination.

  • Email and correspondences: Responsible for providing customer service for the general Bhutan Foundation office phone and emails.

  • Procurement of office supplies and monitor office inventory.

  • Create and/or provide assistance to the team on meeting presentations, reports, and related documents.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree.

  • Must have employment authorization for employment in the US.

  • Minimum 2 years’ work experience in related administrative/development position.

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and comfort with technology. Knowledge of donor database preferred. 

  • Detail-oriented with strong organization, time management, and follow-up skills.

  • Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills and desire to take on new challenges.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and in teams.

  • Commitment to the goals and mission of the Bhutan Foundation.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Communications reimbursement

  • Retirement benefits

  • Hybrid work

Location:

Must be based in or willing to relocate to Washington DC for a hybrid remote position.

Resumes are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please email your resume, cover letter and three references (references will only be contacted if the candidate is shortlisted).

Interested candidates should email materials to jobs@bhutanfound.org