Development Operations & Donor Engagement Specialist

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,422 - 132,397; Full time

Job summary

University of California-Berkeley seeks a Development Associate (Fundraiser 2) to support Library fundraising, donor engagement, events, and communications. The role provides admin services to the Library Development Office under the Executive Director of Development, collaborating with frontline fundraising and stewardship staff to secure resources.

You will manage donor relations, prepare briefings, support campaigns, track gifts and contacts in CADS, and help coordinate donor events with the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and donor relations concepts.
• Experience with donor communications, events, and stewardship.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work independently or in teams.

Responsibilities

• Manages development calendar, donor visits, and fund development plan activities.
• Supports donor events and large Library events, coordinating with events staff.
• Prepares event briefings, meeting briefings, and stewardship materials for leadership.
• Tracks funds, donor designations, and CRM data; prepares reports and acknowledgments.
• Participates in staff training and development activities related to fundraising.

Skills

Fundraising principles

Donor relations

Event planning

Budgeting

Contracts and grants knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Administrative support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CADS CRM

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Google Workspace

Job description

University of California-Berkeley seeks a Development Associate (Fundraiser 2) to support Library fundraising, donor engagement, events, and communications. The role provides admin services to the Library Development Office under the Executive Director of Development, collaborating with frontline fundraising and stewardship staff to secure resources.

You will manage donor relations, prepare briefings, support campaigns, track gifts and contacts in CADS, and help coordinate donor events with the