Development Assistant

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Development Assistant will work within Kenan-Flagler Business School at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, supporting a team of development officers. This 40-hour-per-week, full-time temporary role handles travel/expense management, communications, events, scheduling, and briefings, with exposure to high-visibility activities.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent with at least one year of office experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and excellent

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of related office experience.
• Experience with calendaring and scheduling.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Excel.
• Experience in a higher education public institution preferred.
• Excellent external communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for travel and expense management.
• Coordinate communications, events, scheduling, and briefings.
• Support a team of development officers in day-to-day activities.

Skills

Calendaring and scheduling

External communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + 1 year related office experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)

Job description

Posting Information Posting Information

Department KFBS Academic - 330100

Career Area Administrative/Clerical Support

Posting Open Date 10/06/2026

Application Deadline 10/19/2026

Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title Development Assistant

Position Number 20078961

Vacancy ID S028124

Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week 40

Position Location North Carolina, US

Hiring Range $25.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date 11/02/2026

Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or longer

Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit At UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, we think differently; and more importantly, we teach differently. Opening our doors as the Department of Commerce in 1919 and awarding our first degrees to 12 students in 1921 was the beginning. Today, we have become a top-ranked business school comprised of several professional and academic degree programs that serve over 3,000 students. At Kenan-Flagler, our greatest assets are our people and our culture. We are rooted in our core values of integrity, inclusion, innovation and impact, and it goes back to our founding. It’s not just something on paper, we live it, we show it. Our mission is to prepare the next generation of business leaders by providing a world class education to our students. We seek to recruit diverse, innovative, and exceptional talent to achieve this goal.

Position Summary The Development Assistant will report to the Assistant Dean of Development and support a team of development officers. The duties include administrative support for travel and expense management, communications, events, scheduling, briefings, and other duties as assigned. The position will perform an extensive range of highly visible activities such as communication with various university and external constituents at multiple levels.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Management Preferences

• Experience with calendaring and scheduling
• Experience with Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Excel
• Work experience within a higher education public institution
• Excellent external communication skills

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.