Associate Director, SVP Suite

New York University; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University is seeking an Associate Director in the Development and Alumni Relations department. This role involves overseeing project schedules for donor events, managing budgets, and leading key initiatives for university leadership.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in executive office settings and possess strong communication and analytical skills. A hybrid work arrangement is available for this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a fast-paced executive office environment.
• Experience in a C-suite environment preferred.
• Strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project and deliverable schedules for donor briefings.
• Manage strategic initiatives involving the Office of General Counsel.
• Lead special interest projects for the Board of Trustees.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal communication

Strong analytical skills

Database management

Strategy implementation

Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Fundraising databases

CRM systems

Job description

Position Summary

University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment.

As part of NYU's Development and Alumni Relations Senior Vice President (SVP) team, the Associate Director, SVP Suite oversees project and deliverable schedules for donor briefings, board presentations, and town halls. Manage strategic initiatives that involve interactions between the Office of General Counsel and the SVP, including the planning and execution of Board and Board Committee meetings. Ensure that the SVP and the President are prepared for all prospect‑related meetings by working directly with research teams, fundraisers, and the customer relationship management (CRM) system. Manage the department budget, expense reports, and reimbursement requests. Serve as the key point of contact between the SVP Suite and other units within UDAR to ensure successful UDAR‑wide initiatives and events (ie, Town Halls and other important events involving the SVP). Lead a portfolio of special interest projects for the Board of Trustees and University VIPs, partnering with various University offices to prepare and manage talking points, presentations, or other deliverables.

UDAR encourages work‑life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education: Master's Degree

Required Experience: 5+ years experience in a fast‑paced, high‑level executive office environment and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Experience: 5+ years experience with specialized fundraising databases or general experience in a fundraising environment

Experience in a C‑suite environment and experience in higher education is also preferred.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; strong analytical skills; ability to create and implement strategies; working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; experience with database software and strong database management skills; must be comfortable working with high level executive and corporate leaders and University leadership.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $85,000.00 to USD $105,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.