Principal Gifts Development Coordinator

Brown University; Rhode Island; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University seeks a Development Coordinator to support the Division of Advancement and the Principal Gift Program. You will assist the Vice President of Development in managing a 50–60 prospect portfolio, drafting strategy plans, briefings, and correspondence, and overseeing stewardship activities.

The role requires strong writing and communication, confidentiality, and the ability to work with senior administration and high-profile alumni. Some evenings and weekends may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in development, customer relations, administration, or relevant higher education experience.
• Experience in event management is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support to the Vice President of Development.
• Coordinate communications and stewardship for donors and prospects.
• Manage prospect pipelines and facilitate meetings, briefings, and correspondence.
• Coordinate events involving university leadership and prepare proposals and materials.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Relationship-building

Video/meeting platforms

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

PowerPoint

Google Calendar

Google Docs

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Brown University seeks a Development Coordinator to support the Division of Advancement and the Principal Gift Program. You will assist the Vice President of Development in managing a 50–60 prospect portfolio, drafting strategy plans, briefings, and correspondence, and overseeing stewardship activities.

The role requires strong writing and communication, confidentiality, and the ability to work with senior administration and high-profile alumni. Some evenings and weekends may be needed.