Job Description

DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE, OFFICE OF PHILANTHROPIC PARTNERSHIPS (OPP), Resource Development (RD), to actively coordinate engagement projects for the benefit of principal gift donors and prospects in consultation with staff across the OPP and RD. Will work with OPP colleagues and interface with staff and faculty from across the Institute, with the goal of developing, overseeing, and maintaining work consistent with engaging philanthropic support for development activities. Will also assist fundraisers with developing relationships with prospects, planning travel, managing special events, coordinating donor and prospect visits, handling related writing assignments, and providing other project support.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: bachelor's degree; at least two years of relevant work experience; initiative and self-motivation; excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, organizational, planning, time management, project management, presentation, logistical, and written and oral communication skills; meticulous attention to accuracy and detail; tact, good judgment, and discretion with confidential information; proficiency with computers and standard applications (including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); tact and diplomacy while interacting with offices of senior leadership, faculty, and program staff across the Institute; and a flexible approach to the working environment. Seek a self-starter who is able to independently organize, prioritize, manage, and follow through on several projects simultaneously in a fast-paced and ever-evolving work environment; solicit information across departments and work collegially and collaboratively as part of a cohesive team in a diverse service-oriented environment; work effectively under pressure; analyze, synthesize, and present information; and meet deadlines under tight time constraints. PREFERRED: one year of experience managing projects, events, communications, and/or stewardship or development services experience; and knowledge of Advance and web presentation software such as Zoom and WebEx. Job #23422-6

Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.