Development Associate, Northeast - Office of Advancement Georgetown University
Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world. Requirements Development Associate, Northeast - Office of Advancement - Georgetown University Job Overview
The Development Associate will play a key role within the Development team and the Office of Advancement as a self-directed officer. The Development Associate works closely with front-line development officers, in a partnership aimed at growing talent and building a pipeline for front-line development officers and other OA roles who are interested in making their careers at Georgetown while ensuring the relevant front-line fundraisers get the high level administrative and strategic support they need to properly maintain an outward focus on building relationships and closing gifts.
The Development Associate is responsible for portfolio review, maintenance, and strategy for keeping data current; identifying and researching potential donors to the university, and providing full-spectrum support to development officers. In addition, there are opportunities for special projects which would expose the DA to all aspects of OA allowing them to learn and understand the 300-person department. This position is designed to serve as a learning and training experience, structured to grow the talent of the Development Associate such the DA is well-positioned to grow in their career in the Office of Advancement.
The Development Associate is responsible for the day-to-day fulfillment of prospect research inquiries and requests in support of Georgetown University's fundraising initiatives. The Development Associate provides accurate, timely, and comprehensive analysis and information about prospective donors to the University. The Development Associate will also engage in the identification and reporting of new prospective donors for placement in fundraiser portfolios, using weekly gift reports and other data pulled from GU360.
The Development Associate will provide general development support for a small number of major gift officers, including their budgets, visit preparation, weekly gift reports and gift tracking, event support, and other projects as needed.
The Development Associate's workload requires teamwork, flexibility, efficiency, attention to detail, a customer service mindset, and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines. This position requires professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality in dealing with members of the University community and the University's donors. Qualifications Bachelor's Ideally 1-3 years of work experience, preferably in a development/fundraising environment Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel Broad knowledge of - and experience in - the use of research materials, including the internet and online informational databases Ability to work efficiently and effectively, at times under tight deadlines Strong problem-solving abilities; and ability to exercise independent judgment and excellent attention to detail is critical Understanding and practice of a high standard of confidentiality and ethical information collection Highly developed interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills Strong collaborative and project management skills, and ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects Work Mode: Hybrid 2 Days. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation . Current Georgetown Employees:
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Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information. To apply, visit
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