Development Associate, Academic Advancement
Job Description
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Development Associate, Academic AdvancementJob Description
Are you passionate about making a transformative impact through philanthropy? The University of Notre Dame invites you to join our dynamic team as the Development Associate of Academic Advancement. In this essential role, you’ll support the Senior Director of Academic Advancement and a dedicated team of professionals who are driving fundraising initiatives for strategic academic and institutional priorities under the For Good Initiative.
This role offers the opportunity to build strong relationships, contribute to the University’s most critical priorities through administrative and organizational responsibilities, and be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to academic excellence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Team Development:
- Support the Senior Director in implementing leadership strategies that promote a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
- Provide operational, administrative, and organizational support, including calendar-scheduling, capturing team notes, organizing and synthesizing ideas to ensure the team thrives.
- Coordinate events, continuous improvement processes, team-building activities, and contribute to a positive team culture.
- Develop and execute an annual program of events that align fundraisers with academic priorities.
Trusted Partner:
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
- Serve as the primary liaison to Notre Dame’s Development Administration team, ensuring smooth and effective communication.
- Implement best practices that drive collaboration and impactful results.
Collaborative Communicator:
- Assist in identifying and communicating key philanthropic opportunities aligned with academic priorities.
- Develop and manage resources that support fundraising efforts, including maintaining a comprehensive library of physical and digital materials.
- Support innovative education initiatives for fundraisers, helping them connect with and understand academic priorities.
FOR GOOD, FOR YOU:
Our mission is to be a Force for Good in the world, and that means supporting your goals, too! Whatever matters most to you, from childcare to professional development to retirement, the University of Notre Dame offers an amazing array of benefits to support and enhance wherever you are in life. To learn more, visit Our Benefits Page.
If you feel a close connection to Notre Dame – the mission, the people, the campus, and the impact that we make together – this will be a great opportunity for you. Join us at the University of Notre Dame, where your contributions will help shape the future of education and philanthropy. Apply today to be part of a team that’s making a lasting impact!
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Minimum Qualifications
- 2+ years of professional experience in a relevant role.
- Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize and manage tasks in a complex, fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite, with a willingness to learn new software and technologies.
- A strong desire to contribute to the mission of the University of Notre Dame.
Preferred Qualifications
These qualifications may increase the likelihood of being a top candidate, but are not required for full consideration for the role:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Experience in an office environment, particularly in development or academic settings.
- Familiarity with tools such as Advance, Adobe PDF, Business Objects, Concur, and CRM systems.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply. Studies show that Women and People of Color are less likely to apply unless they meet every single qualification. At Notre Dame, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, please apply anyway.
Department
Development-Academic Adv. SRD (22009)Department Website
giving.nd.eduFamily / Sub-Family
University Operations / Advisory OperationsCareer Stream/Level
EIC 1 AssociateDepartment Hiring Pay Range
$60,000 - $70,000Pay ID
Semi-MonthlyFLSA Status
S1 - FT ExemptJob Category
OtherJob Type
Full-timeSchedule: Days of Week & Hours
This role is primarily conducted on-site, Monday through Friday, with some flexibility as needed.
Schedule: # of months
12Job Posting Date (Campus)
09/30/2024Job Posting Date (Public)
09/30/2024Job Closing Date
10/13/2024Posting Type
Open To All ApplicantsPosting Number
S251435Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/35972*Please mention you saw this ad on LGBTInHigherEducation.*
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