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POSITION SPECIFICS

Penn State is currently seeking a Development Assistant to support the fundraising and stewardship efforts for the Senior Associate Vice President (SAVP) three Assistant Vice Presidents (AVPs) and development and alumni relations staff at the Commonwealth Campuses. As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations you can play an integral role in Penn States future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country.

Reporting to the Executive Assistant closely with the Senior Associate Vice President (SAVP) three Assistant Vice Presidents (AVPs) and development and alumni relations staff at the Commonwealth Campuses as well as other partners the Development Assistant will:

• Assist SAVP and AVPs in producing communication tools i.e. meeting agendas solicitation proposals forms presentations to volunteers and fundraising staff and develop and maintain spreadsheets used for data collection and tracking;
• Articulate Penn States needs ambitions and values through excellent informal and formal communications;
• Serve as liaison to Prospect Management & Analytics for the dissemination of research reports to assist SAVP AVPs and Directors of Campus Development (DoCDs) in identification cultivation solicitation and stewardship processes;
• Conduct donor/data research/entry in fundraising databases and process support systems including updating donor records; entering solicitation requests and guidelines; extracting research reports donor giving and other meeting-related information; and checking all documents for completeness accuracy and conformance with applicable guidelines and requirements;
• Develop processes procedures and recommendations for systems training to new OUD staff. This may include creating training materials and conducting specialized sessions related to University Development procedures processes and systems;
• Assist SAVP and AVPs with the process of establishing monitoring and reviewing mid-year annual and campaign fundraising goals. Compile reports related to the fundraising mission of the college/campus/unit. Enter FY Goal Setting targets and mid-year goal review updates in databases for units;
• Coordinate the distribution of monthly travel budgets to college campuses and units and track data for the SAVP and AVPs;
• Coordinate central meetings with the SAVP and AVPs i.e. Directors Meeting annual and mid-year Goal Setting.

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience in handling and protecting strictly confidential information;
• Proficiency with University systems. Advance Web (AWA) Advance Business Intelligence (ABI) Power BI Tool GuideLion Lotus Notes and eSteward are highly desired training is available;
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills;
• The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues;
• Proficiency in Office 365 applications (i.e. Teams SharePoint Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint).
• A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team;
• A commitment to professional development learning and being mentored.

DDAR is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Penn States Division of Development and Alumni Relations

If you believe in the power of higher educationand philanthropyto shape the public good youll excel right here in Penn States Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DDAR). Our organization includes more than 500 professionals engaging a community of more than 800000 alumni who believe in the power of giving back. Across our interdisciplinary teams of fundraisers alumni relations professionals communicators event planners financial experts and more there is a place for you to make a difference in the lives of students and faculty while taking your own career to new heights. Learn more about us at and explore the success of our most recent campaign at .

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.

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