TheNational Press Club Journalism Institutebelieves a strong democracy depends on a well-trained, free press. The Institutes portfolio includes professional development opportunities for journalists and strategic initiatives that advance press freedom in the U.S. and beyond.

TheDevelopment Manageris responsible for growing and diversifying philanthropic support for the Institute. This role partners closely with the executive director and board leadership to expand institutional support, build a stronger major gifts and individual giving program, and increase unrestricted income in support of press freedom and journalist training.

This position is both strategic and hands-on, designed for a mission-driven fundraiser who wants ownership of results and the opportunity to meaningfully increase philanthropic revenue at a national organization with growing impact.

Key responsibilities include:

• Partnering with the executive director to develop and execute a multi-year fundraising strategy focused on increasing total philanthropic revenue, strengthening individual giving, and reducing overreliance on any single funding source. In the first year, this role will focus on strengthening core fundraising operations while laying the groundwork for expanded grant and major giving growth.
• Leading foundation and institutional fundraising, including prospect research, proposal development, reporting, and relationship stewardship, in alignment with organizational priorities.
• Building and manag…