Development Assistant
Core
Administrative support for a fundraising team focused on securing philanthropic support, with specific emphasis on international advancement and planned giving activities.
Role type
Development Assistant (Fundraising Support)
Builds
Prospect portfolios, briefing materials, and support for major gift initiatives and leadership events.
Domain
Higher Education / Legal Education / Philanthropy
Deliverable
client delivery | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
prospect research, solicitation tracking, travel coordination, event planning, donor liaison, data management, report preparation
Preferred skills
problem solving, independent work, prioritization, discretion, communication
Technologies
prospecting and reporting tools
Responsibilities
Conduct preliminary prospect research and track solicitation progress; coordinate prospect portfolios and assist in identifying prospects; schedule meetings and arrange travel; prepare correspondence and reports for prospect visits; process travel expenses; plan and coordinate leadership events; respond to donor and alumni inquiries; serve as liaison for administrative offices, alumni, donors, and volunteers.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on support