Development Associate, Academic Initiatives

Job Description:

The Development Associate provides comprehensive fundraising and high-level administrative support for development efforts, including those administered on behalf of 2+ academic initiatives managed by two Academic Initiatives Directors of Development (for a total of 4+ initiatives in the Associate’s portfolio). The Associate manages various aspects of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship for the respective academic areas for which their two Directors of Development serve as Advancement liaisons.

These include: managing major gifts pipelines; providing updated information about programs and funding opportunities to fundraisers for cultivation and proposal development; supporting annual fund activities; tracking and reporting on prospect-related interactions and events involving relevant program directors; facilitating regular gift reports and analyses pertaining to fundraising; and maintaining a repository of proposals to advance Campaign fundraising priorities. In collaboration with donor stewardship and prospect managers, the Associate helps to ensure appropriate stewardship activities on behalf of the program directors.

In collaboration with the several respective academic areas for which their two Directors of Development serve as Advancement liaisons, the Associate helps manage volunteer committees, particularly the President’s Advisory Councils.

This role provides advanced-level direct support to two Academic Initiatives Directors of Development. Using knowledge of donor interests and university priorities, this position advances strategy development and donor engagement in coordination with the Directors of Development by drafting plans, briefings, and high-level correspondence, and by reviewing and tracking stewardship.

The Development Associate handles the following tasks, including but not limited to: meeting/travel arrangements, proposal pipeline maintenance, event support, and technical and logistical support to two Directors of Development. This position is also responsible for most information technology tasks and functions in support of the two Directors of Development.

Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field such as fundraising, administrative support, nonprofits, sales, customer service, volunteer management, and/or marketing.

Job Competencies Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and project and time management skills.

Expertise in Microsoft and Google platforms, especially Google Calendar and email, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point Proficient  with audio/visual and presentation platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams or Web Ex, PowerPoint, etc.)Excellent attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and project and time management skills.

Proven ability to analyze data, research information, problem-solve, and coordinate projects.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment with emphasis on accuracy and deadline adherence. Ability to effectively and efficiently multitask and prioritize workload.

Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community

Highly motivated, proactive individual who can think independently and analytically and may seek to build a career in Advancement.

Ability to apply tact and maintain confidentiality. Customer-focused, customer service orientation

Must be detail-oriented and can handle and complete multiple projects concurrently

Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

Highly collaborative and strong interpersonal skills in building relationships with external and internal constituents.

Initiative and ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team.

Must have a degree of computer proficiency and Information Management Skills Must be able to work occasional nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of BSR Advance, or a similar…