Date Posted:
April 29, 2026
Position Title:
Senior Editor, Donor Communications
Office/Company:
The Heritage Foundation
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-05627
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$110,000–$140,000 annually
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The Senior Editor is responsible for effectively communicating the mission and impact of the Heritage enterprise to multiple donor audiences (individuals, corporations, foundations) in a way that builds relationships and inspires larger gifts to The Heritage Foundation, Heritage Action, and The Daily Signal.Craft custom major gift proposals, project descriptions, pitch decks, and other high-level communications. Specifically tailor content to individual donors using a “donor-centric” approach.B.A. in Communications, English, Marketing, or related degree, 7+ years of experience in development writing, Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, Microsoft Suite; familiarity with AI-enabled tools and programs
Responsibilities:
• Craft custom major gift proposals, project descriptions, pitch decks, and other high-level communications
• Edit donor communications products for clarity, accuracy, donor-centricity, tone, structure, and alignment with Heritage’s messaging priorities
• Provide editorial guidance on donor messaging, positioning, and narrative structure to strengthen fundraising outcomes
• Build open lines of communication with the enterprise’s policy, outreach, and marketing departments to stay up to date on current policy work and grasp implications for the donor base
• Collaborate with gift officers to better understand donor motivations and how best to communicate with high-level donors and foundations
• Effectively communicate Heritage’s message in the “voice” of various Heritage trustees and executives
Qualifications:
• B.A. in Communications, English, Marketing, or related degree
• 7+ years of experience in development writing
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Microsoft Suite; familiarity with AI-enabled tools and programs
Instructions:
Apply here
Other:
The Heritage Foundation offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, best-in-class health care, vision, and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement funding, “take what you need” PTO and sick leave, 14 weeks of paid leave for new mothers, and 6 weeks of paid leave for new fathers, among other programs.
