Development Assistant (Administrative)
Job Description
Development Assistant
The Development Assistant is responsible for supporting the planning and execution of development strategies. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, the Development Assistant will work as a member of the development team and will, from time to time, interact with other staff in the division and other offices across campus.
This position will be based in Hoboken, New Jersey, at the main campus of Stevens Institute of Technology, with a flexible work arrangement as set by the Division of Development and Alumni Engagement (DAE).
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with projects and initiatives across the development team that support the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors
- Support data entry and reporting and the preparation of gift proposals for the development team
- Assist with development event preparation and execution as needed, including prospect and meeting briefings.
- Support correspondence and sharing materials between development and other campus offices
Qualifications and Experience
- A desire to be part of a collaborative team committed to advancing an institutional mission and a strategic plan
- The candidate must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. The candidate must be self-motivated, customer-friendly, results-oriented, flexible, and dedicated to excellence.
- A collaborative working style and ability to work well as a member of a team are essential.
- Well-organized and adept at multi-tasking.
- Expert at using office technology and in drafting and refining presentations.
- Familiarity with Raiser's Edge or the equivalent a plus.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree is required.
- 3-5 years experience in Development strongly preferred
- Ability to work in person when necessary.
This position is a fixed-term role and is part-time with a maximum of 20 hours per week.
Department
Development ProgramsGeneral Submission Guidelines:
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu.
EEO Statement:
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.
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