Development Associate

University of Pittsburgh
  • Pittsburgh, PA
    9 days ago

    Job Description

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    Key Responsibilities /Daily Activities

    Prospect Development (25%)

    • Manage and cultivate a portfolio of donor prospects, including outreach, engagement, and periodic travel.
    • Support major gift fundraising initiatives and leverage PAE resources to strengthen prospect strategies and briefing materials.

    Special Projects & Reporting (35%)

    • Coordinate special projects and fundraising campaigns, including Pitt Day of Giving, from planning through execution.
    • Generate and analyze CRM reports to support prospect management, portfolio activity, and strategic decision-making.
    • Collaborate with development staff, leadership, and School of Public Health faculty to prepare proposals, reports, and communications.
    • Represent the development office in cross-functional meetings and projects.

    Donor Stewardship (40%)

    • Ensure timely donor acknowledgment and create personalized stewardship communications.
    • Manage stewardship activities for the School of Public Health, including stewardship planning and review of endowed fund reports in collaboration with Finance.
    • Maintain relationships with existing donors to enhance engagement, retention, and long-term philanthropic support.

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    Why Join Us?

    • Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in supporting the University''s mission.

    • Collaborative Environment: Work within a supportive, innovative, and dynamic team.

    • Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement.

    • Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

    • Ready to make a difference? Learn more about PAE and apply today.

    • Join us in shaping the future of education, research, and healthcare at the University of Pittsburgh!

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    Develops and executes fundraising and stewardship programs to drive engagement and revenue; prepares and executes proposals. Develops prospect interest and strategically solicits funds.

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    Develops and executes fundraising and stewardship programs to drive engagement and revenue; prepares and executes proposals. Develops prospect interest and strategically solicits funds.

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    • Identifies, contacts, and cultivates a small portfolio of prospects which includes periodic travel.
    • Collaborates closely with key faculty across the School of Public Health and represents development in departmental meetings, communications meetings, and other cross-functional settings as needed.
    • Develops and maintains contact with existing donors to reinforce their interest and participation in the University''s fundraising projects, supporting broader stewardship programs to drive engagement and retention across the donor base.

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    • Identifies, contacts, and cultivates a small portfolio of prospects which includes periodic travel.
    • Collaborates closely with key faculty across the School of Public Health and represents development in departmental meetings, communications meetings, and other cross-functional settings as needed.
    • Develops and maintains contact with existing donors to reinforce their interest and participation in the University''s fundraising projects, supporting broader stewardship programs to drive engagement and retention across the donor base.

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    Light - Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

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    Light - Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

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    The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPittsburgh, PA

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Contact Managementunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)unmatched
    • Donor Developmentunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Fund Reportingunmatched
    • Fundraisingunmatched
    • Fundraising Campaignunmatched
    • Fundraising Programunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
    • Proposal Writingunmatched
    • Public Healthunmatched
    • Stewardshipunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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