Development Associate

Department : Houston Public Media Salary : $40,400.00-$63,000.00
Description :


** INTERNAL UH EMPLOYEES ONLY POSTING


Participates in the development and implementation of advancement programs (annual funds, major gifts, alumni relations, special events, stewardship, public relations, etc.); plans and executes related activities and administrative functions; provides technical knowledge and experience in basic fundraising principles and advancement activities.


1. Assists development leadership in developing and implementing alumni and donor engagement strategies, donor identification and cultivation, and major gift prospect research.


2. Directly coordinates with donors, faculty, and advancement staff to facilitate acceptance of gifts in kind, gift transmittals, gift agreements, and naming opportunities.


3. Works with the Office of Annual Giving to develop annual fund solicitations.


4. Develops and prepares acknowledgements, newsletters, brochures, press releases, reports, correspondence, and informational and solicitation materials for various advancement activities.


5. Supports the efforts of the development office to coordinate advisory board meetings, fundraising events, and activities to recruit volunteers, build relations with alumni, and maintain good will with various constituent groups.


6. Provides guidance and supervision as needed to student organizations and other volunteer student organizations involved in fund-raising and other advancement activities.


7. Executes various administrative functions such as preparing and monitoring budgets.


8. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.


Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.


MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.


Experience: No experience required. Certification/Licensing: None


Additional Posting Information:

• Maintain and handle all member inquires in Member Relations electronic mailbox
• Oversee membership cancellation survey reporting
• Handle research regarding member disputes/charge backs
• Generate weekly payment rejection letters including all necessary research needed
• Generate monthly pledge bill and pledge reminder letters

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.


The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.