Job Description:

The Class Giving Associate's primary responsibility is to assist in the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of Brown Annual Fund prospects and volunteers. This individual provides direct support to volunteer committees and works directly with multiple Annual Giving Officers, collaborating as necessary, with other members of the Annual Giving and Advancement teams. The incumbent will provide event support which would include Reunion and Fall weekend. This position provides introductory and growth experience in the field of volunteer management, personal solicitations as well as highly customized fundraising data projects and analysis.

Brown University is committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, and equity and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of two years of experience in a related field such as support, customer relations, development, etc

Required Qualifications

Excellent computer skills including, but not limited to, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, electronic mail and calendars, and Google suite of products that support high-level fundraising

Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills

Must be detail-oriented and able to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a higher education or non-profit setting is highly desirable

Experience with database tools

Job Competencies

Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), including experience/ability to identify and emphasize diverse perspectives in programming, communications, and strategy

Strong interpersonal skills; must be a “self-starter”, with the ability to work independently and also as a member of a collaborative team

Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills as well as proofreading ability

Comfort communicating with multiple University constituencies and maintaining confidentiality

Creativity, motivation, and superior problem-solving skills

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume with their application. All offers of employment are contingent upon a completed criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-01-07

Job Posting Title:

Class Giving Associate

Department:

Advancement

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid Eligible

 

Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.