Strategic Development Associate, Major & Planned Gifts

Rhode Island School of Design; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

RISD in Providence seeks a Development Associate to provide proactive administrative support to the Major + Planned Gifts team, coordinating travel, meetings, and information requests with professionalism. The role emphasizes exceptional customer service to IA colleagues, alumni, families, and donors while supporting a culture of inclusivity.

You will help ensure all actions promote inclusivity and respect within a busy campus environment, with exposure to major gifts operations and project

Responsibilities

• Coordinate travel logistics and prepare materials for internal and external meetings.
• Provide proactive administrative support to the Senior Executive Director and Major + Planned Gifts team.
• Deliver excellent customer service to IA colleagues, alumni, families, and friends; respond to inquiries with professionalism.
• Foster inclusivity and respect in all actions within a busy campus environment.

Job description

RISD in Providence seeks a Development Associate to provide proactive administrative support to the Major + Planned Gifts team, coordinating travel, meetings, and information requests with professionalism. The role emphasizes exceptional customer service to IA colleagues, alumni, families, and donors while supporting a culture of inclusivity.

You will help ensure all actions promote inclusivity and respect within a busy campus environment, with exposure to major gifts operations and project