Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
DevelopmentAssistant
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“Development Assistant at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi. Skills: Administrative support, Donor relations, Calendar management. Manage complex calendars. Coordinate travel logistics”
Industry & Context.
Evening and weekend availability, Lift materials up to 25 pounds
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree, 2 years professional experience, Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information, Organizational and time-management ability
Nice to Have
Experience with CRM or advancement database platform, Familiarity with higher education advancement, Experience supporting senior-level executives, Exposure to event planning or coordination, Understanding of FERPA and donor privacy best practices
What You'll Do.
Manage complex calendars
Coordinate travel logistics
Prepare detailed itineraries
Process expense reimbursements
Screen and prioritize incoming calls
Screen and prioritize incoming emails
Draft routine responses
Take accurate minutes
Maintain organized filing systems
Manage office supplies
Manage general operations
Anticipate scheduling conflicts
Resolve competing priorities
Support special projects
Support institutional priorities
Supervise student workers
Mentor student workers
Manage event communications
Provide logistical support for events
Provide on-site event support
Serve as first point of contact
Record contacts with donors
Document contacts with prospects
Assist in assembling proposals
Assist in assembling briefing documents
Assist in donor meeting preparation
Support cross departmental coordination
Support giving programs
Support stewardship plans
Support donor engagement strategies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Development team meetings; Committee meetings; Cross departmental coordination
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Full Job Description
**Job Title** Development Assistant **Agency** Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi **Department** Development **Proposed Minimum Salary** Commensurate **Job Location** Corpus Christi, Texas **Job Type** Staff **Job Description** **** _TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A &M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies._**** **** ****_TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities._**** **PURPOSE** The Development Assistant delivers critical administrative and operational support to the Vice President of Institutional Advancement and the Associate Vice President of Development. This role enhances the team’s capacity for donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship by efficiently managing daily administrative functions, coordinating donor communications, and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of records within the constituent relationship management (CRM) system. **DESCRIPTION** _**Functional Area 1: Administrative and Operational**_ _**Percent Effort: 60%**_ * Manage complex calendars for the VP of Institutional Advancement and AVP of Development, including donor meetings, campus appointments, and travel * Coordinate travel logistics, prepare detailed i
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