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Job Title: Development Associate Location-Type: Hybrid - 3 days onsite Start Date Is: 8/25/25 Duration: 6 months contract Compensation Range: $28.57-$35.71/hr W2 Responsibilities:Administrative Support Manage calendars and schedule donor meetings/travel for development staff
Coordinate logistics for donor visits and events
Prepare meeting materials, briefings, and post-meeting follow-up
Draft and send correspondence (thank-yous, updates, etc.)
Maintain accurate donor/prospect records in the database
Submit expense reports and monitor department budgets
Communication Draft, proofread, and send newsletters, invitations, and marketing materials
Collaborate with Marketing to update alumni/giving webpages and social media
Support donor stewardship by drafting acknowledgment letters and managing gift acknowledgments
Act as point of contact for alumni, donors, volunteers, and university departments
Project & Event Management Plan and manage logistics for internal and external development events
Track RSVPs and coordinate production needs for events
Partner with University Advancement, Alumni Relations, and Special Events teams
Database & Reporting Ensure donor records and communications are consistently updated
Extract and analyze reports on donor engagement and development strategies
Track and prompt follow-up actions for leadership and faculty
General Support Serve as liaison across multiple colleges and university departments
Take initiative on special projects or assignments as needed
Must HavesMust-Haves (Skills & Qualifications) 2 years of office experience (preferably in higher education or fundraising/development)
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, database systems (like CRM or donor management software), and social media
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
Comfortable working with senior administrators, faculty, donors, and alumni
Detail-oriented with ability to track budgets and reconcile expenses
Capable of handling confidential information with discretion
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Location:
Boston
Category:
Technology

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