Development Associate II

Life in Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eye & Ear Foundation in Pittsburgh seeks a Development Associate to support fundraising strategies and donor relations. The role focuses on coordinating events, researching prospects, and maintaining donor records to drive contributions for ophthalmology and related programs.

Hybrid work arrangement with on-campus and remote elements, Monday–Friday schedule, and a bachelor's degree with at least three years of nonprofit development experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in development/nonprofit fundraising.
• Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/or experience requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing fundraising events, including logistics, invitations, guest lists, and vendor coordination.
• Support annual fundraising campaigns and donor engagement activities.
• Conduct research on prospective donors, foundations, and corporations; assist with grant proposal preparation, gathering documents, and tracking deadlines.
• Provide general office support, making calls, scheduling meetings, providing tours, and creating donor correspondence; support materials for donor meetings and outreach events.
• Update donor databases, track interactions, and produce contact reports.

Skills

Donor relations

Event coordination

Grant research

Administrative support

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

The Eye & Ear Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) support organization for the Departments of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. We fundraise to advance research, education, and access to care for all with the ultimate goal of treating and curing people with diseases and disorders of the eye, ear, nose, throat, head and neck.

Manages the daily operation of a small, academic department within a school or college, primarily in the areas of human resources, compliance, and financial management. Develops and prepares budgets and financial reports for grants, general appropriations, endowments, and other funds.

The Eye & Ear Foundation seeks a Development Associate to assist our fundraising team with fundraising strategies and donor relations. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Fundraising & Events

• Assist in planning and executing fundraising events, including logistics, invitations, guest lists, and vendor coordination.
• Support annual fundraising campaigns and donor engagement activities.

Research & Grant Support

• Conduct research on prospective donors, foundations, and corporations.
• Assist with grant proposal preparation, gathering documents, and tracking deadlines.

Administrative Support

• Provide general office support, making calls, scheduling meetings, providing tours, and creating donor correspondence.
• Assist with materials for donor meetings and outreach events.
• Support cross-departmental development and communications initiatives.

Donor & Data Management

• Update donor databases, track interactions, and produce contact reports.

Minimum physical effort. Position includes some travel for events but most days are sitting, making calls and computer work.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Job Details

• Assignment Category: Full-time regular
• Job Classification: Staff.Academic Business Administrator
• Job Family: Academic & Student Services
• Job Sub-Family: Academic Services
• Campus: Pittsburgh
• Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3
• Substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
• Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification: n/a
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
• Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
• Relocation Offered: No
• Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
• Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
• Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
• Required Documents: Resume
• Optional Documents: Cover Letter