Assistant Director of Development, Harvard College Fund, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
12-Nov-2024
Assistant Director of Development, Harvard College Fund, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Alumni Affairs and Development
67379BR
Job Summary
Alumni Affairs and Development (AA&D)
Alumni Affairs and Development is a dedicated team supporting Harvard’s advancement activity through front-line fundraising, alumni and volunteer engagement, technology, prospect management and research, business process, events, communications, and many other areas.
Our goal is to create an environment of respect that leverages the many talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees; to deliver the strongest possible results by incorporating diverse perspectives into our daily work; and to make AA&D a great place to work for everyone. We strive to live our values of respect, inclusion, trust, collaboration, continuous improvement and innovation; and open communication and effective information sharing in our daily interactions and our work.
AA&D is comprised of the University Development Office (UDO), Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) Development, AA&D Resources, the Harvard Alumni Association (HAA), and the Office of the Vice President (OVP).
This full-time exempt position in the Harvard College Fund reports to the Director or a Managing Director, Reunion Campaigns, and is responsible for planning and executing Class Reunion fundraising efforts. The incumbent secures both capital and annual support from alumni with an emphasis on raising unrestricted, current-use funds for the College, in addition to other FAS priorities. They manage a portfolio of Harvard College alumni classes, and work closely with staff and alumni leaders to identify, recruit, and manage diverse and inclusive volunteer committees to maximize dollar and participation results. The Class Officer is responsible for developing and implementing class-wide fundraising plans and individual prospect strategies. Meets regularly with top donor prospects and volunteer leaders, both in-person and virtually, to qualify, enlist, solicit, and coordinate volunteer activity.
Position Description
- Manages Harvard College alumni classes in and out of reunion.
- Responsible for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding top prospects in assigned classes:
- Determines independently, and with management assistance, solicitation strategies for prospects being targeted for Associates-level ($1,000+) asks;
- Strategizes with prospect managers on prospects in their portfolio;
- Conducts leadership-level solicitations;
- Enlists and manages volunteer leadership.
- Responsible for planning and managing a reunion gift campaign:
- Establishing a calendar;
- Setting goals;
- Monitoring metrics;
- Reporting results;
- Conducting reunion gift committee meetings and calls;
- Devising strategic social events.
- Responsible for the identification, enlistment, management, and stewardship of volunteers:
- Works with HCF Management, FAS Major Gift Officers, FAS Gift Planning Officers, and FAS and UDO Principal Gift Officers to identify key class leaders;
- Intentionally guides conversations around diverse and inclusive representation;
- Collaboratively and independently enlists volunteers, setting clear expectations around roles and responsibilities;
- Strategically guides volunteer committees and their work in support of FAS and HCF priorities and goals;
- Makes solicitation assignments;
- Provides resources to facilitate solicitations;
- Follows up to close gifts and document pledges;
- Appropriately stewards volunteers, ensuring a rewarding and fulfilling experience.
- Coordinates at a high level with Principal Gift, Major Gift, and Gift Planning colleagues on top FAS prospects and key FAS and University volunteer leaders. Additionally, collaborates with the HCF Management Team, Harvard Alumni Association (College Alumni Programs), FAS Research and Prospect Management, Alumni & Development Services, Operations, Academic & Development Coordination, Academic & Donor Engagement, volunteers, and donors to further the cause of Harvard engagement and fundraising efforts.
- Directs work for and mentors a shared, full-time development assistant.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in university fundraising and administration or related transferable experience.
- Knowledge of academic communities required. Demonstrated success in annual or capital giving or applicable ability, writing fundraising materials, devising sophisticated cultivation and solicitation strategies, and events management. Proven ability to motivate, engage and work with alumni, university officials, faculty, and staff or similar constituencies.
- Travel expectations required: approximately 20 percent of working days on the road, depending on responsibilities. Some evening and weekend work required.
- Must have experience with Microsoft Windows and databases.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
- Must have definite abilities to evaluate problems accurately and display good, sound and confidential judgment.
- Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change. Must have the ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects, and handle difficult situations with tact and a sense of humor.
- Must be highly organized, detail oriented, and efficient. Must exhibit great attention to detail and have the ability to produce clear documentation.
- Excellent public speaking, presentation, and written communication skills required.
- Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminating, and able to streamline work volume to maintain bottom line efforts in midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing, with managing director’s guidance.
- Must be a professional, confidential, honest, and trustworthy person. Must have an even disposition and be able to deal effectively and politely with people from all types of backgrounds and experience and in all types of difficult situations. Must maintain a professional and caring demeanor and have a strong work ethic.
- Must be collaborative, conscientious, and results oriented. Must be able to listen as well as to influence and persuade others.
Additional Information
- This position requires a 6 month orientation and review period.
- Please include a cover letter with your application.
To learn more about how Harvard supports diversity and inclusion throughout the University please visit the Office for Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at https://dib.harvard.edu/.
Accommodations: Harvard University welcomes individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and participate in its programs and activities. If you would like to request accommodations or have questions about the physical access provided, please let your recruiter know.
COVID 19 Vaccination Information: The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Work Format Details
This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
This position is hybrid and may be subject to change due to any operational adjustments in the department.
Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
- Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
- Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
- Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
- Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
- Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
- Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Job Function
Alumni Affairs and Development
Department Office Location
USA - MA - Cambridge
Job Code
300057 Development Professional
Work Format
Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)
Sub-Unit
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Salary Grade
057
Department
Alumni Affairs and Developmnent
Union
00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
Time Status
Full-time
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