Temporary Alumni Affairs Professional

Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Ithaca, New York, US
Base: 72,209 – 77,625 annually; bonus/equity: not ...
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Gift tracking and data entry
Donor communication and correspondence
Project management and action items
** The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is seeking a Temporary Alumni Affairs Professional to support major gifts fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in communication, organization, and project management, with a focus on engaging with donors to secure significant contributions. **

Job Summary

  • The Temporary Major Gifts Associate serves as an integral member of the development team, providing critical support to at least four gift officers, each of whom manages a portfolio of donors or prospective donors with the potential to make gifts between $250k and $10 million.
  • This role will ensure that commitments are entered correctly in both Raiser’s Edge and Peoplesoft, working with the fundraising team to ensure RE7 and Peoplesoft are correctly updated with donor activity.
  • This is a full-time, temporary position at 100 % FTE, a 6-month appointment with the possibility to extend up to one full year, eligible for a hybrid or in person work arrangement.

Matching Summary

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** The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is seeking a Temporary Alumni Affairs Professional to support major gifts fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in communication, organization, and project management, with a focus on engaging with donors to secure significant contributions. **

Salary

Base: 72,209 – 77,625 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: generous time-off, great benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • gift tracking and data entry
  • donor communication and correspondence
  • project management and action items
  • proposal and agreement document support
  • proactive and flexible approach

Nice-to-have

  • passion for ornithology
  • collaboration with faculty and students
  • ethical professionalism and accountability

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and 3 to 5 years relevant experience
  • Superior writing skills
  • Demonstrated experience in deadline-driven environments
  • Ability to communicate clearly and diplomatically
  • Ability to work with a team and deliver work on schedule
  • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently

Work Rights

Not specified

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