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University of California, Berkeley · 4 hours ago

Development Associate, Helen Diller Institute (7546C), Berkeley Law - #82898

Berkeley, CA

Part-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$39.75/hr - $43.75/hr

1+ years exp

The University of California, Berkeley is a world-leading institution known for its academic and research excellence. The Development Associate at the Helen Diller Institute will support fundraising and donor relations efforts, manage donor databases, coordinate events, and enhance donor communications to strengthen the Institute’s donor base.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Harrison Chan

Responsibilities

Conducts donor research to identify new prospects and funding opportunities

Assists in the creation and maintenance of a donor pipeline, tracking potential donors through various stages of cultivation and solicitation

Qualifies prospects by evaluating giving capacity, philanthropic interests, and engagement potential

Supports strategies to deepen donor relationships

Maintains and updates donor records in the Institute’s CRM/database and other record holdings

Generates detailed reports to track fundraising performance, donor retention, and gift trends

Analyzes donor data to identify opportunities for cultivation and stewardship

Creates and distributes regular reports for the Deputy Director

Assists the Deputy Director in creating and providing supplementary materials for the Institute advisory board and other key stakeholders

Assists in drafting and distributing donor-related communications, including acknowledgment letters, stewardship reports, and impact updates

Assists with communication to the advisory board, providing updates, meeting materials, and follow-ups

Assists in the collection and creation of donor, student, and faculty testimonials and success stories for use in collateral materials

Collaborates with the communications team to develop content for newsletters, social media, and the website that highlights the Institute and donor impact

Supports the execution and growth of the Institute’s annual fund strategy

Collaborates with the Deputy Director to develop and implement innovative approaches to increase annual fund participation and revenue

Assists in the creation of donor appeals, ensuring targeted and personalized messaging

Monitors and analyzes annual fund performance, identifying areas for improvement and expansion

Helps coordinate initiatives to strengthen donor retention and acquisition

Ensures timely and accurate gift acknowledgment, including personalized thank-you letters and follow-up communications

Implements donor stewardship strategies, such as recognition, appreciation touch-points, and personalized outreach

Tracks stewardship activities and ensures consistent and meaningful donor engagement

Supports the planning and execution of fundraising and donor cultivation events

Manages event logistics, including guest lists, RSVPs, vendor coordination, and on-site execution

Assists in preparing event-related materials, such as invitations, HDI programmatic materials, and promotional materials

Coordinates post-event follow-up, including thank-you notes

Assists in the stewardship and reporting to foundation funders

Supports the development and preparation of proposals for foundation funders

Collaborates with the Deputy Director and Executive Director in managing relationships with foundation funders, tracking deadlines, and providing progress reports

Engages in professional development and training opportunities as needed

Performs additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Fundraising knowledgeDonor relationsDonor management softwareData analysisEvent coordinationProject managementCommunication skillsAnalytical skillsAttention to detailInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCritical thinkingTime managementCollaborationConfidentiality

Required

Professional knowledge of fundraising, donor relations, and fundraising communications concepts, principles, techniques and best practices

Familiarity with and/or can quickly learn UC Berkeley Law, The Hellen Diller Institute, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies

Good organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong computer skills, including proficiency with donor management software (CRM) and Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to learn new computer programs and software systems

Strong skills in data analysis and report creation

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines; good project management and time management skills

Tact and sound judgment, and the ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

Adept at working both collaboratively and independently, with exceptional judgment requiring minimal direction for regular tasks as well as the maturity to recognize situations where guidance is warranted

Experience with annual fund management, donor pipeline research, and qualification

Experience with event coordination and logistics

Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaborate with individuals and groups from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives

Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that promotes collaboration and mutual respect among all members of the UC Berkeley community and its stakeholders

Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage with and understand individuals from varied academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, and ethnic backgrounds

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, a related area and/or equivalent experience/training

1–3 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or donor relations