Development Associate

Under the supervision of the Director Advancement Services, and working directlywith Gift Officers on the COLA Development Team, the Development Associate will enhance theColleges engagements with alumni, donors, leadership, parents, faculty, students, and staff by leading,managing, and executing the following tasks and projects:Assist in the coordination of activities for COLA Gift Officers and other staff members asassigned. Provide support that allows for efficient and effective use of staff members time.Assist with portfolio management and strategy execution for COLA Gift Officers.Assist with goal setting, proposal preparation, strategy development, and stewardship asrequired for donors.Assist with maintaining appropriate electronic documentation on a timely basis, includingengagement activities, proposal tracking, contact reports, donor strategies, and forecasting.Assist with recording timely reports, letters, proposals, or gift agreements following a donorcontact. Assist with prospect and donor research, individualized donor stewardship projects,and various forms of donor outreach as needed.Plan and execute various ah hoc and donor-driven events, such as workshops, webinars, andcampus visits.Serve as a resource of information for COLA Gift Officers.Coordinate internal and external meetings, plan travel, and process reimbursements in a timelymanner. Work collaboratively, proactively, and in a professional, service-oriented manner withall university development staff to further the development goals of the university.Other related functions and duties as assigned.