Development Writer

Are you a seasoned communications professional who wants to make a meaningful impact for freedom and justice nationwide? Join IJ as our Development Writer! In this position, you will work directly with the Director of Donor Communications to ensure our donors receive compelling and persuasive written materials that are a hallmark of IJ’s fundraising program. 

You will collaborate with a diverse team of development, program, and litigation staff to create engaging communications that effectively convey the impact of our work so that we can deepen the relationships our donors have with IJ and grow our base of support.

This position is ideal for a motivated and organized self-starter who writes effectively and efficiently; enjoys working on a wide range of projects for a variety of audiences; and is enthusiastic about continually improving IJ’s ability to connect supporters with our mission. 

Responsibilities: 

• Write breaking-news update emails for IJ’s broad donor base  
• Draft donor acquisition and appeal letters, along with corresponding email appeals
• Assist with various donor communications such as grant update reports, solicitation letters for our highest-level donors, responses to inquiries, and more
• Draft cultivation and solicitation materials for IJ’s giving clubs 
• Identify and execute other donor cultivation opportunities  

Qualifications: 

• At least 2 years of writing experience in journalism or a communications-related field 
• Strong philosophical commitment to promoting constitutional rights and challenging government abuse 
• Ability to synthesize and communicate complex issues clearly and concisely, adapting writing styles for varied audiences  
• Ability to execute multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines  
• Strong attention to detail  
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion   
• Experience in development or marketing a plus, but not required  

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule
• Flexible work hours with our core business hours of 10am and 4pm
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (IJ covers 100% of individual premiums)
• Free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance plans
• HSA employer contributions
• 401(k) with employer matches
• Smart casual dress code with casual Fridays
• Generous PTO package of accruing sick and vacation hours in addition to a paid personal day and floating and traditional holidays

To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience will ensure success in this position along with two to three brief writing samples of 1-2 pages each (case statements, op-eds, letters of inquiry, executive correspondence, or excerpts of grant reports and proposals).

No phone calls, please.  

IJ is an equal opportunity employer.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At IJ we value a diverse workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

To learn more about our culture and benefits, visit our Working at IJ page. No phone calls please.

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