Development Associate II

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Eye and Ear Foundation seeks a Development Associate II to manage operations for a small academic department at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Responsibilities include fundraising event planning, donor engagement, grant support, and data management in a hybrid on-campus/remote setting.

Minimum education is a Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience, with combination options allowed.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute fundraising events, including logistics and donor engagement.
• Research prospective donors, foundations, and corporations for grant support.
• Provide general office support, donor correspondence, and scheduling.
• Update donor databases and produce donor reports.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Grant support

Administrative support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description - Development Associate II (26006872)

Development Associate II

Eye and Ear Advancement - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26006872 )

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.

Job Summary

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.

Essential Functions

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.

Physical Effort

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.

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

Will this position accept 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

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