Development Associate

🇺🇸 Bethlehem, PA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $44K - $53K

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ August 1st, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Lehigh University is hiring a Development Associate. The role involves supporting Major Gift Officers by identifying, qualifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospects to advance university fundraising efforts. The Development Associate will manage donor relationships, assist in scheduling visits, and maintain gift pipeline data to support fundraising priorities.

Highlights

Support identification, cultivation, and solicitation of donors for university fundraising priorities.
Create meaningful experiences for major gift donors and prospects.
Assist in sharing targeted university news and engagement opportunities with prospects.
Manage college portfolio and gift pipeline, including contact recording and review.
Support visit scheduling and prospect list development using ARGOS, AlumniFinder, LinkedIn, and other sources.
Collaborate in creating standardized discovery and project packets for various units.
Requires Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 3-5 years related work experience.
Proficiency with database management, basic programming, and advanced spreadsheet functions.
Strong written communication and project management skills.
Salary range approximately $43,940 - $52,740, with benefits including health, retirement, and professional development.