Advancement Assistant
- Employer
- Salve Regina University
- Location
- Rhode Island, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Aug 10, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Development & Advancement, Alumni Affairs
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
BASIC FUNCTION:
As the University embarks on an extraordinary period in its distinguished history, marked by a 75th anniversary celebration and a transformational comprehensive fundraising campaign, the University Advancement team seeks a committed professional for the role of Advancement Assistant. This integral member of the staff will be a welcoming host and important support for engagement and fund raising as the team advances the institution's priorities, rooted in a commitment to academic excellence, compassion leadership and a Mercy mission.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Foster a collaborative and empowering work environment rooted in Salve Regina University's mercy values: demonstrate empathic leadership through the positive engagement of Advancement team members and the broader Salve community.
- Assist with Advancement event logistics, including, but not limited to, the preparation of event briefings on attendees, the production of nametags, and the creation and mailing of invitations. Prepare visual materials (powerpoint presentations, poster boards, brochures etc.) for various events. Work with external printers on print jobs by uploading PDFs and specifications.
- Provide support for the AVP for Development and Planned Giving and Gift Officers in trip planning, visit preparation and budget support.
- Assist with CRM updates and special data projects.
- Working with the Office of Alumni and Parent Engagement, manage the fulfillment of commemorative gift orders. Track inventory of gifts and assist with the ordering of product.
- As directed, assist with the official files of Advancement.
- Proofread publications, proposals, correspondence, etc., for Advancement team as needed.
Perform other duties as required by the AVP of Advancement Operations.
LICENSES, TOOL, AND EQUIPMENT:
Valid driver's license required.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Requirements:
A Bachelor's degree or degree from a secretarial institution. Proficient computer skills are required and knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Must have strong oral, written, management, organizational and interpersonal skills. Proofreading skills and attention to detail are essential. Must be a self-starter with the ability to handle several tasks at one time and to work independently, as well as a part of an office team.
Additional Information:
Salve Regina University offers generous benefits to eligible employees including:
- health and dental coverage
- life insurance
- long-term disability
- 403B plan
- tuition benefits and more
Application Instructions:
Applicants must apply online for any open staff and faculty positions by providing a cover-letter and resume. Pre-employment background checks and reference checks are required of successful candidates. Salve Regina University participates in E-verify.
URL: www.salve.edu
Company
From our cornerstone mercy mission to the classic ideals of our liberal arts approach, tradition matters at Salve Regina. It’s woven throughout our 80-acre campus, embedded in our historic buildings and infused in the culture of Newport, Rhode Island.
Tradition at Salve Regina means we remember where we began. Since our founding by the Sisters of Mercy in 1934, we have grown to a community of more than 2,800 undergraduate and graduate students who proudly carry forward our mission in their personal and professional lives. Fully accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, we are committed to fueling the imagination and encouraging the academic ambitions of our bright and curious students.
At Salve Regina, tradition blends seamlessly with progress. We empower students to explore their talents through diverse academic offerings, student organizations, service initiatives and athletic teams. Our collaborative learning environment and vibrant campus community inspire the pursuit of excellence and breach the limits of personal potential.
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