Graduate Assistant, Development

The University Of Connecticut Foundation Inc; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The University Of Connecticut Foundation Inc seeks a Graduate Assistant for Development to support the CLAS Development Team in fundraising, donor engagement, stewardship, alumni relations, and special projects. This hands-on role offers exposure to donor research, prospect management, and data management in a higher education philanthropy setting.

You will work 15-20 hours weekly during the academic year; duties include supporting donor materials, prospect research, stewardship reports, and

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled UConn graduate student in good academic standing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist development officers with donor and prospect research, including biographical, philanthropic, and engagement background information.
• Support prospect identification and qualification through data collection and analysis.
• Assist with preparation of donor visit materials, briefing documents, presentations, and stewardship reports.
• Help manage stewardship activities, including donor acknowledgements, thank-you correspondence, and impact reporting.
• Assist with tracking donor engagement activities and maintaining accurate records in Foundation database systems.
• Support fundraising campaigns and special initiatives, including UConn Gives and annual giving efforts.
• Conduct research to support alumni engagement and stewardship strategies.
• Collaborate with communications and alumni engagement colleagues to promote CLAS initiatives and events.
• Provide general administrative support as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Graduate student at UConn

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: STORRS, CT 06269

Position Type: Part Time

* All applicants must be a currently enrolled Graduate Student of UConn*

POSITION SUMMARY

The Graduate Assistant for Development supports the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Development Team in advancing fundraising, donor engagement, stewardship, alumni relations, and special projects. This position provides hands-on experience in higher education advancement and philanthropy through involvement in donor research, prospect management, stewardship activities, events, communications, and data management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist development officers with donor and prospect research, including biographical, philanthropic, and engagement background information.
• Support prospect identification and qualification efforts through data collection and analysis.
• Assist with preparation of donor visit materials, briefing documents, presentations, and stewardship reports.
• Help manage stewardship activities, including donor acknowledgements, thank-you correspondence, and impact reporting.
• Assist with tracking donor engagement activities and maintaining accurate records in Foundation database systems.
• Support fundraising campaigns and special initiatives, including UConn Gives and annual giving efforts.
• Conduct research to support alumni engagement and stewardship strategies.
• Collaborate with communications and alumni engagement colleagues to promote CLAS initiatives and events.
• Provide general administrative support as needed.
• Model and articulate the Foundation’s organizational core values at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Leadership

Provide visible leadership across the entire organization by engaging in organization-wide activities such as department meetings, all‑staff meetings, and staff events.

Key Competencies

• Champion for Inclusive priories both internally and externally
• Interest in fundraising, advancement, nonprofit management, alumni relations, communications, higher education, or philanthropy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work with confidential information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Work approximately 15-20 hours per week during the academic year, with a flexible schedule based on academic commitments.
• Occasional evening and weekend hours may be requested in advance for events and donor engagement activities.

Education and Experience

Must be a currently enrolled UConn graduate student in good academic standing.

Qualifications