Remote Major Gifts Admin & Donor Support Associate

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Brookline, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking a Philanthropy Assistant, Major Gifts to provide essential admin and operational support to three Major Gifts fundraisers in a role that keeps donor activity organized and moving forward. You will handle data entry, calendars, travel, gift processing, and event support while helping build donor relationships.

The position is fully remote with occasional time on-campus in Brookline, MA, and the selected candidate may work remotely from a New England state.

Qualifications

• HS or equivalent; no experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with care.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: manage calendars, travel arrangements, mail, and meeting materials.
• Data Management: maintain databases, ensure confidentiality, generate reports.
• Communication: prepare/edit correspondence, respond to internal/external stakeholders.
• Financial Support: review P-card, process expenses, assist with donor acknowledgments.
• Event Support: assist with planning and execution of meetings and programs.
• Collaboration: work on team and division projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Calendar management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Donor relations

Education

HS or equivalent

Tools

CRM software

Excel

Job description

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking a Philanthropy Assistant, Major Gifts to provide essential admin and operational support to three Major Gifts fundraisers in a role that keeps donor activity organized and moving forward. You will handle data entry, calendars, travel, gift processing, and event support while helping build donor relationships.

The position is fully remote with occasional time on-campus in Brookline, MA, and the selected candidate may work remotely from a New England state.