Penn State University · 2 months ago
Development Assistant - Senior Support, Office of University Development
University Park, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$42K/yr - $61K/yr
4+ years expPenn State University is currently seeking a Development Assistant to support the fundraising and stewardship efforts for the Senior Associate Vice President and development staff at the Commonwealth Campuses. The role involves assisting in communication tools, conducting donor research, and coordinating fundraising goals and meetings.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist SAVP and AVPs in producing communication tools, i.e., meeting agendas, solicitation proposals, forms, presentations to volunteers and fundraising staff, and develop and maintain spreadsheets used for data collection and tracking
Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications
Serve as liaison to Prospect Management & Analytics for the dissemination of research reports to assist SAVP, AVPs, and Directors of Campus Development (DoCDs) in identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship processes
Conduct donor/data research/entry in fundraising databases and process support systems including updating donor records; entering solicitation requests and guidelines; extracting research reports, donor giving, and other meeting-related information; and checking all documents for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with applicable guidelines and requirements
Develop processes, procedures, and recommendations for systems training to new OUD staff. This may include creating training materials and conducting specialized sessions related to University Development procedures, processes, and systems
Assist SAVP and AVPs with the process of establishing, monitoring, and reviewing mid-year, annual, and campaign fundraising goals. Compile reports related to the fundraising mission of the college/campus/unit. Enter FY Goal Setting targets and mid-year goal review updates in databases for units
Coordinate the distribution of monthly travel budgets to college, campuses, and units and track data for the SAVP and AVPs
Coordinate central meetings with the SAVP and AVPs, i.e., Directors’ Meeting, annual and mid-year Goal Setting
Qualification
Required
Experience in handling and protecting strictly confidential information
Proficiency with University systems. Advance Web (AWA), Advance Business Intelligence (ABI), Power BI Tool, GuideLion, Lotus Notes, and eSteward are highly desired, training is available
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues
Proficiency in Office 365 applications (i.e. Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team
A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored
Associate Degree 4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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Funding
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