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Development Assistant II, Office of Leadership Giving (OLG)
  • Job Number: 24689
  • Functional Area: Administration
  • Department: Vice Pres for Resource Development
  • School Area: VP for Resource Development
  • Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Non-Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:


Posting Description

DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT II, Office of Leadership Giving (OLG), to perform core administrative support functions for two or more senior directors or leadership giving officers. Will perform a wide range of complex administrative activities for OLG, which may include the functional supervision of other support staff; facilitating the efficient operation of the unit; and project coordination of workflow that cuts across the team and potentially involves other units within Resource Development and Alumni Association.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent; a minimum of three years of administrative, office, or related experience; advanced-level scheduling, calendar management, and project management skills; wide-ranging knowledge of office procedures; experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) in a professional setting; familiarity with FileMaker Pro; excellent customer service, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, analytical, time management, decision-making, editing, proofreading, and written (including attention to grammar, spelling, accuracy, format, and tone) and oral communication skills; initiative; meticulous attention to detail; a flexible approach to the working environment; discretion with confidential information; ability to work independently and as a team member; ability to multi-task, prioritize assignments, meet deadlines without compromising quality, in a high-volume work environment, and work under minimal supervision; ability to anticipate and act upon the needs of supervisors and those for whom this position provides administrative and/or project support; ability to promote and foster a highly professional and welcoming office environment for MIT’s many internal and external audiences. PREFERRED: Bachelor's degree; experience processing invoices and expense reports; and interest in the development profession. Job #24689-5

This position will be hybrid, with a combination of on-campus and remote work.

12/12/2024