Advancement Operations Specialist

Salve Regina University; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition remission for employee

Tuition exchange program

Wellness program

On-campus fitness center access

Job summary

Salve Regina University seeks an Advancement Associate to provide high‑level administrative support to the Vice President for Advancement, coordinating campaign reports, donor meetings, and follow‑ups. You will help plan visits, manage records, and identify outreach opportunities while supporting major gifts, annual giving, and alumni relations.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, service‑minded, and eager to build a career in advancement within a Mercy‑values driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience demonstrating transferable skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with donors.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive in outreach.
• Collaborative yet capable of independent work.
• Adaptable and quick to learn new skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Foster a collaborative work environment aligned with Mercy values.
• Organize itineraries for high‑level visits and prepare briefing materials.
• Develop strategies for cultivating prospects and donors.
• Maintain communication pipelines and CRM records for donors.
• Manage VP’s calendar and travel arrangements.
• Support budgets, expenses, and advancement operations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge

AI tools

Job description

Salve Regina University seeks an Advancement Associate to provide high‑level administrative support to the Vice President for Advancement, coordinating campaign reports, donor meetings, and follow‑ups. You will help plan visits, manage records, and identify outreach opportunities while supporting major gifts, annual giving, and alumni relations.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, service‑minded, and eager to build a career in advancement within a Mercy‑values driven environment.