Student Assistant, Donor Relations

Student Assistant, Donor Relations

The Student Assistant supports the Donor Relations team under general guidance by preparing donor correspondence, including postcards, letters and ThankView video messages to thank donors. The Student Assistant also creates and executes ThankView video campaigns and maintains donor communication records by regularly updating tracking tools. The Student Assistant also contributes to special projects for Sun Devil Gratitude Week and Sun Devil Giving Day and supports additional Donor Relations projects throughout the year.

This role requires a commitment of approximately 15-20 hours per week.

What you'll do:

• Hours available for this position are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (shared hours)
• Student hours will be arranged according to their school schedule, working up to 20 hours per week
• Prepare weekly and monthly donor correspondence (postcards, letters and ThankView messages)
• Create and deliver ThankView video campaigns
• Maintain accurate records of donor communication records
• Assist with mailings and special projects as assigned

What you'll need:

• Collaborative style, combined with the ability and desire to work in a team-based environment
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Enterprise Partners, its subsidiaries and University business and confidential prospect information
• Strong and collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and by phone
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Problem solver who can take initiative and set priorities while being flexible
• Team-oriented strategist able to effectively manage complex situations involving numerous and sometimes competing constituencies
• Ability to represent the institution well and possess an advocate's belief in the vision of ASU as the New American University
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing assigned duties
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects
• Adept at navigating complex environments with evolving priorities and communication plans
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of products

Relevant qualifications:

• A current student at Arizona State University with a willingness to learn and ability to work well with others.

Preferred qualifications:

• Familiarity with recording and editing short videos using tools such as iMovie, Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva or similar platforms.

Benefits:

• $30 bi-weekly cell phone reimbursement
• Hands-on experience in a professional environment
• Professional development plans
• Opportunity to network with ASUEP leaders and other ASU students
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and their 8,000+ courses
• Professional skills workshops

About ASU Foundation

The ASU Foundation fosters partnerships between ASU and like-minded individuals, corporations and foundations who believe in ASU's mission and provide resources for ASU to manifest its charter into meaningful impact. These partnerships empower ASU to advance student access, serve our community, protect the planet, create equity in higher education and conduct research for the public good.

At the ASU Foundation we value

Character
We prioritize character and integrity in every decision and action, establishing trust as the foundation of all that we do.

Service
We are dedicated to serving our students, donors, communities, and colleagues by fostering support and collaboration to ensure that our efforts are impactful.

Innovation
Innovation drives us to create meaningful opportunities and solutions, helping every member of our global community achieve meaningful outcomes.

The ASU Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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