Development Assistant Jobs

The Development team at Harvard Law School is a dynamic fundraising team dedicated to securing philanthropic support to advance the vision and priorities of the Dean of HLS.

We are seeking a Development Assistant to support three frontline fundraisers. This position is an integral member of a larger team and has responsibility for a wide range of complex and confidential administrative support duties. The Development Assistant actively participates in major and principal gift work, gaining knowledge of specific fundraising priorities and programs and supporting gift prospect assignments.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in building their career within higher education and learn more about alumni affairs and development.

As a Development Assistant you will:

• Schedule meetings/appointments and makes travel arrangements. Compile prospect profiles and related briefing materials; support prospect visit follow-up by preparing correspondence, reports, and adding relevant data to the central prospect database.
• Assist team in coordinating prospect portfolios and works with major gift officers to identify prospects utilizing prospecting and reporting tools.
• Conduct preliminary prospect research, track solicitation process and progress, and update contact reports.
• Prepare travel expenses for processing.

• Work closely with other Development Assistants to lead and manage various projects.
• Serve as liaison for HLS administrative offices, alumni, donors, and volunteers.
• Respond to donor and alumni inquiries as appropriate.
• Collaborate and coordinate joint travel and events for major gift initiatives as well as with other fundraising teams.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of leadership events.

• Prepare materials for presentation and distribution.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

3 or more years of experience in a related field. Education beyond high school may count toward experience.

We are looking for people who:

• Employ effective communication skills, particularly via phone and email. Maintain discretion when handling confidential information.
• Have an ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks at one time, are highly organized, possess sound judgement and strong attention to detail.
• Are adept at working in a fast-paced environment, with changing priorities and multiple constituencies.

• Are good natured, emotionally intelligent, and can be an effective problem solver. Able to represent the department in a professional manner.
• Can work independently with minimal supervision, but also able to collaborate well with team members.
• Have a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment.

This position is based on campus in Cambridge, MA. There may be an opportunity to work a hybrid schedule based on business needs and with supervisor approval.

Must be available to provide in-person support for meetings and events as needed. Occasional weekend and evening work may be required.

We regret that Harvard Law School is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

All offers to be made by HLS Human Resources.

Be a part of excellence and leadership in legal education and scholarship at Harvard Law School. We are a community of talented people from diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives, dedicated to advancing the cause of justice all over the world. We value our differences and our diversity as a source of strength. We are committed to developing and inspiring our students and our workforce. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you do it, Harvard Law School is a place where you can thrive.

We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.

Alumni Affairs and Development, General Administration

USA - MA - Cambridge

403033 Staff Assistant III

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Development

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Full-time

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55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Identity

35hrs/week, M-F

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.