Hybrid Remote: Giving Strategies & Communications Assistant

Prismhr Hire; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 2,893,000 - 3,306,000; Full time

Job summary

The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo is seeking a Giving Strategies and Communications Assistant to provide administrative support and coordinate communications for the Chief Philanthropy Officer and teams. The role emphasizes organization, project management, and high ethical standards in a fast-paced environment.

Office hours are 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with potential hybrid remote work after a 90-day introductory period and occasional off-site event attendance.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree required; four-year degree preferred, or equivalent career experience.
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience supporting organizational leaders.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database manipulation.
• Experience with Salesforce.com, Raiser's Edge, FIMS or similar systems.
• Commitment to ethics and confidentiality.
• Ability to start core duties within 30 days.
• Reliable transportation to off-site events.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the Chief Philanthropy Officer and Giving Strategies teams.
• Draft, proofread, and manage email communications and related documents.
• Manage the Chief Philanthropy Officer’s Outlook calendar and complex schedules.
• Support client events and initiatives with work plans, deadlines, and logistics.
• Coordinate with Finance and Community Impact teams on shared initiatives.
• Perform office functions including calls, document creation, and donor list pulls.

Skills

Administrative support

Project coordination

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Two-year degree

Four-year degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Raiser's Edge

FIMS

Job description

The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo is seeking a Giving Strategies and Communications Assistant to provide administrative support and coordinate communications for the Chief Philanthropy Officer and teams. The role emphasizes organization, project management, and high ethical standards in a fast-paced environment.

Office hours are 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with potential hybrid remote work after a 90-day introductory period and occasional off-site event attendance.