Senior Associate, Development

Asia Society; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b)-retirement plan

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Self-development hours

Job summary

Asia Society is seeking a Senior Associate for its Development team in New York City. The role involves providing high-level support to the Chief Development Officer and managing stakeholder communications. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 3-4 years of experience in executive support or donor communications. Strong written communication skills, organizational abilities, and proficiency in CRM platforms are essential. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health coverage and a 403(b) plan.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years of experience in executive support or donor communications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• High degree of discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support to the Chief Development Officer.
• Manage the CDO’s calendar and correspondence.
• Draft and manage high-level correspondence.

Skills

Exceptional written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Project management

Proficiency with CRM platforms

Experience using design tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Salesforce

Canva

Job description

Senior Associate, Development

Location: New York

Department: Development

Reports to: Chief Development Officer

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: 40 hours/week

Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000

Benefits Status: Eligible (Full Package)

SUMMARY

This role serves as a strategic partner to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), providing high-level executive support while supporting donor communications, stewardship, and the development of high-impact fundraising materials. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational instincts, excellent writing skills, and the ability to manage complex priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position plays a critical role in ensuring seamless CDO operations and cultivating meaningful relationships with Asia Society’s donor community through professional stewardship and compelling gift proposals. Success requires excellent judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with reliability and care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide dedicated, high-level support to the Chief Development Officer to ensure effective operations and stakeholder engagement.

CDO Support & Operations

• Manage the CDO’s calendar, correspondence, and travel arrangements, anticipating needs and resolving competing priorities proactively
• Maintain multiple calendars and coordinate scheduling across teams
• Draft and manage high-level correspondence on behalf of the CDO with a high degree of discretion and professionalism
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the CDO and internal departments, Global Board members, and external partners
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for Committee and Board meetings, including Global Board Meetings held twice annually
• Routinely process administrative requests including purchase orders, invoices, and expense reports
• Prepare agendas, take detailed minutes, and ensure diligent follow-up on all action items
• Perform additional duties as required

Events & Special Projects

• Support planning and execution of major Development-led events including the annual Asia Game Changer Awards
• Assist with logistics, guest management, speaker and honoree coordination, and vendor relations
• Liaise with internal departments and external partners to support organization-wide events and initiatives
• Maintain project timelines, budgets, and progress reports for special projects
• Provide flexible after-hours availability to support events and address urgent matters

Donor Communications & Stewardship (30%)

Support donor communications and stewardship efforts that deepen relationships with Asia Society’s philanthropic community, from frontline donors to major gift prospects.

Donor Correspondence & Stewardship

• Draft and design compelling major gift proposals and tailored written materials for high-net-worth prospects
• Manage personalized donor acknowledgment letters, impact reports, and regular stewardship communications on behalf of the CDO
• Collaborate with the Development team to create tailored written materials for major donors and prospects
• Support cultivation and stewardship efforts by preparing talking points, briefing documents, and donor profiles

Data & Reporting

• Create and run reports from the CRM system to track donor engagement, gift history, and stewardship activities
• Maintain accurate donor records, contact information, and correspondence logs in the CRM
• Track and analyze stewardship metrics to inform future communications strategies

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a nonprofit, cultural, or philanthropic setting
• 3 to 4 years of experience in executive support, development, or donor communications

Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional written communication skills with demonstrated ability to craft compelling, donor-facing content
• Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to juggle multiple priorities and projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• High degree of discretion, integrity, professionalism, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency with CRM platforms (Salesforce or similar); experience pulling and interpreting reports
• Experience using Canva or similar design tools to create professional presentations and proposals.
• Flexibility and availability to support after-hours events as needed

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Compensation within this range is determined by skills, experience, and organizational equity.

BENEFITS

Asia Society offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b)-retirement plan, numerous paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, self-development hours, and more. Please visit www.asiasociety.org/about/careers and click on Employee Benefits to view our full benefits summary.

• An HRA plan supplements our medical plan and covers the remaining portion of the annual deductible.
• After 1 year of service (1,000 hours), Asia Society contributes 6% of gross earnings to an eligible employee’s 403(b) account, regardless of whether the employee makes their own contributions.
• Asia Society offers Self-Development time off, including Self-Development Summer Fridays between July 4th and Labor Day.

ABOUT ASIA SOCIETY

Founded in 1956, Asia Society’s purpose is to navigate shared futures for Asia and the world across policy, arts and culture, education, sustainability, business, and technology. We provide a platform for dialogue and encourage a diversity of views as we try to find the most effective ways forward. Headquartered in New York City, the organization has thirteen other Centres around the world, a global staff of over 200, and an annual global operating budget in excess of $44m.

With a problem-solving mandate, the Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) is a think-and-do tank that tackles major policy challenges confronting the Asia-Pacific in security, prosperity, sustainability, and the development of common norms and values for the region.

EEO STATEMENT

Asia Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.