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Graham Advancement
About the Department
The University of Chicago\'s first president, William Rainey Harper, had
a vision: that learning can, and should, be a lifelong pursuit. Graham
is the realization of that vision. Established as one of UChicago\'s
three original divisions, our mission is to bring the University\'s
intellectual resources and distinctive scholarly approach to a broader
audience.
Job Summary
The University of Chicago Graham School is seeking a dedicated and
detail-oriented Advancement Associate to support its fundraising
efforts. Reporting to the Director of Advancement for the Graham School,
this individual will work closely with the Advancement team to ensure
the smooth execution of donor engagement and stewardship activities. The
Advancement Associate will play a key role in supporting fundraising
initiatives, tracking donor progress, and ensuring efficient data
management, while also providing crucial administrative support for
events, correspondence, and annual giving campaigns.
In this role, you will assist in the preparation of donor meeting
materials, track fundraising activities, and contribute to research on
potential donors. You will maintain accurate records in the
university\'s CRM, help with reporting and data analysis, and ensure
that donors receive appropriate acknowledgment and recognition. The
Advancement Associate will also offer essential support with
development-related events, managing budgets, and attending team
meetings to foster a collaborative and effective work environment.
Responsibilities
Assists in preparing materials for donor meetings, including
briefings, presentations, and follow-up reports.
Tracks and reports on fundraising progress, including processing
gifts and ensuring proper acknowledgment and recognition.
Supports fundraising efforts by researching potential donors and
maintaining donor records.
Assists with correspondence, including newsletters, appeals,
invitations, and event materials.
Helps with the preparation and execution of annual giving campaigns
and other fundraising activities.
Maintains accurate records of constituent contact information,
interactions, and contacts within Phoenix CRM.
Assists in generating varied reports.
Helps monitor progress toward fundraising goals and assists with
data entry and analysis related to portfolio management.
Assists with donor stewardship and ensures proper acknowledgment and
recognition.
Provides support for the planning and execution of events as needed.
Provides support with budget management, purchasing, and reconciling
expenses.
Participates in various team and staff meetings throughout the year
as an engaged member of the team.
Drafts informational and marketing materials for review for assigned
programs. Assists in developing support materials for specific
fundraising activities.
Plans and coordinates activities of volunteer and support groups.
Recruits members and provides guidance and support to leadership
activities.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related
field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
Certifications:
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor\'s degree.
Experience:
Minimum one year of experience in fundraising or project management
related roles.
Preferred Competencies
Strong project management skills with keen attention to detail and
data integrity.
Strong relationship building skills.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
A passion for the Graham School\'s mission of lifelong learning and
to the University of Chicago\'s commitment to deep inquiry and the
rigorous pursuit of knowledge.
Work well with others in a highly collaborative environment.
Work independently in a fast-paced environment and in prioritizing
competing tasks.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My
Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of
the application.
Job Family
Alumni Relations & Development
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
37.5
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Ranger
