Development Associate, Direct Marketing and Special Programs
Somerville, NJ - USA
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
To Apply:
Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter detailing applicable experience and accomplishments.
Job Summary
The Development Associate is an entry-level position reporting directly to and providing administrative support for the Senior Director Direct Marketing and Special Programs. Additionally the Development Associate will provide administrative support to the Assistant Vice President Direct Marketing and Special Programs and the team as needed. The Development Associate will be a key member of a dynamic team focused on managing the programmatic direction of all Direct Marketing and Special Programs practices.Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities)
Provide programmatic support for the Direct Marketing and Special Programs team specifically supporting the Senior Director in executing the direct marketing program in both mail and digital.
Assist with execution of programs and projects including but not limited to preparing mailings scheduling/recording meetings and vendor relations.
Perform data quality checks.
Assist with stewardship events and collaborate across internal business and service units as well as external partners as needed.
Manage creative review process for direct marketing appeals by soliciting feedback internally and communicating with agency partner keeping all deliverables on schedule. Work with internal and external partners to create a pipeline of new content.
Assist with expense/budget tracking and approving invoices.
Schedule meetings/appointments and update calendars enter data in fundraising database () edit materials as required and field routine phone calls.
Manage direct marking inbox and phone line coverage schedule. Troubleshoot issues from donors as they come in by drafting appropriate responses and working with Information Management and Development Services teams to ensure proper coding on records in CRM database.
Qualifications
This position requires 1 year of fundraising or related transferable experience and a high school diploma or addition the ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge skills and abilities:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong proofreading ability
- Superb organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent computer literacy and experience in using Microsoft Office Products including Word PowerPoint and Excel
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot issues as they arise
- Experience with data entry or working with databases/CRM systems preferred
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Adaptability and flexibility in response to shifting priorities
- Professional demeanor and ability to handle sensitive or confidential information
Mission-driven with a strong interest in fundraising or nonprofit operations
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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Pay Range
$17.71 - $25.28/HourlyGrade
2EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.