Development Associate, Health Sciences & Public Service

Position Summary:

University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment.

 

The Development Associate, Health Sciences & Public Service supports fundraising strategies to build and manage prospect pipelines, cultivate and steward donors, and advance major gift opportunities. Collaborates with fundraisers and University partners to identify prospects, implement donor strategies, coordinate gift administration and stewardship, and ensure effective donor communication. Prepares donor correspondence, proposals, briefings, gift agreements, and other development materials, and supports programs, meetings, and engagement opportunities that strengthen donor relationships and advance fundraising goals.

 

UDAR encourages work-life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications:

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience:
3+ years relevant experience in fundraising, public relations, marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Experience:
3+ years experience in an academic environment

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Must be an excellent writer with excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and project management skills

Ability to plan and implement events

Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Experience with specialized fundraising databases

Additional Information:

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $77,000.00 to USD $84,700.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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