Development Associate

Development Associate

The University of Texas at Austin, founded in 1883, ranks among the 40 best universities in the world with top national programs across 18 colleges and schools. The university is an enduring symbol of the spirit of Texas, driving economic and social progress while serving the city, state, nation and world as a leading center of knowledge and creativity. Our work is inspired by the bold spirit of Texas and our commitment to its people.

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The Jackson School development and alumni relations team is a vibrant and dedicated group of professionals. We are thriving during the public phase of our capital campaign and we are working strategically to serve the mission of the Jackson School and the University. We honor the idea that if what starts here changes the world, what starts here should reflect the world. Join us and change the world.

To serve the mission of the Jackson School and the University.

Provide direct administrative support to the development and alumni relations team.

Oversee the booking of travel, reimbursements, and other administrative processes for members of the development and alumni relations team.

Serve as liaison between the Jackson School's business office and the development and alumni relations team, including but not limited to reimbursements, expenses, and credit card statements.

Support and help plan various events, such as receptions, dinners, conferences, webinars, campus visits, including the 20th anniversary celebration of the Jackson School, etc.

Assist with goal setting, proposal preparation, portfolio management, and stewardship as required for donors.

Assist with maintaining appropriate electronic documentation on a timely basis, including engagement activities, proposal tracking, contact reports, donor strategies, and forecasting.

Assist in the coordination of activities for various gift officers and other staff members as needed, including but not limited to donor, prospect, and corporate visits, meetings or gatherings.

Assist with prospect and donor research, and various forms of donor outreach as needed.

Work collaboratively, proactively, and in a professional, service-oriented manner with all university development staff to further the development goals of the university.

Other related functions and duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree. A combination of two years of experience assisting with fundraising programs or performing complex administrative functions. Highly effective communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal). Project management skills. Capable of working independently and under pressure, while also engaging in collaboration between teams. Excellence in problem-analyzing, problem-solving, and customer service. Demonstrated high attention to details and accountability. Ability to use discretion and maintain integrity and professionalism. High degree of proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office. Demonstrated excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

More than three years of administrative assistance and / or events experience. Experience with VIP database and DEFINE. Working knowledge of UT Austin's policies and procedures.

$50,000+ depending on qualifications.

May work around standard office conditions

Use of manual dexterity

Repetitive use of keyboard at a workstation

Resume / CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers : You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers : As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.