Advancement Writer Job at Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP-DC) Wash

Join to apply for the Advancement Writer role at Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP-DC) Washington, DC Metro Area Chapter in Arlington, VA. Posted: Oct 30, 2025. Application Deadline: Nov 30, 2025. This is a full‑time nonprofit position offering a salary of $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year.

Position Summary

The Advancement Writer is a key role in supporting the build out of a formal grant and direct mail programs. They are responsible for the development of content for grants/proposals, appeals and newsletters.

Key Responsibilities

• Under supervision of the Chief Development Officer, responsible for all stages of the grant & proposal process – researching prospects, writing the proposals and submitting follow‑up reports, to include story development and tracking grant spends.
• With guidance from the Chief Development Officer, develop and own the direct mail production process – developing content, working with design teams and mail house, coordinating with the Database Manager and ensuring all parties stay on the production schedule.
• Develop content for newsletters and other feature stories.
• Produce stewardship reports for leadership donors.
• As needed, help with travel briefs and research on donor/prospect profiles.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in writing for Public Relations, Fundraising, Communications, or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience providing engaging content for top management and the public.
• Ability to write, edit, and proofread content for various audiences.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A clear understanding of communication channels, including emails and social media.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, or a related field.

Compensation & Benefits

• 403(b) Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Employer‑paid medical, dental, life, and long‑term disability insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parking.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health expenses.
• Annual stipends for eye care and behavioral health care.
• Metro cards or free parking.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing