Development Associate at University of Michigan Hillel

Hillel International•Ann Arbor, MI

8h•$50,000 - $58,000

About The Position

The Development Associate contributes to the development team’s management, execution, and success in advancing Michigan Hillel’s fundraising initiatives to support a multimillion-dollar annual campaign goal. The ideal candidate is an early-career professional eager to learn and develop core fundraising skills, including prospect research and solicitation. This role includes regular engagement with graduating seniors, new alumni, current donors, and prospective supporters. Strong attention to detail and the ability to stay closely attuned to day-to-day development team activities are essential to both individual and team success. Knowledge of the Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor Jewish communities is preferred but not required. This position reports to the Director of Development.

Requirements

0 - 3 of years experience in a relevant field.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Applying written and oral communication skills.
Using Salesforce, Little Green Light or other database applications with a close eye to detail.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor Jewish communities is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate hiring, training, caller and shift performance, and program resources, ensuring best practices, effective solicitation scripts, and appropriate caller and donor incentives are consistently maintained.
Oversee software development and facilitate communication and collaboration between the company and students.
Manage Senior Legacy Campaign: leadership structure, fundraising strategy, implementation, and class gift.
Organize student leadership for Thankathon to recognize generous supporters twice annually.
Hire and manage Development Fellow.
Staff all parent and family programming.
Staff alumni programming, as assigned.
Solicit parent, family, and alumni groups, as assigned.
Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned donors through timely acknowledgments, personalized updates, and year-round engagement.
Lead new donor recognition efforts and coordinate with the development team on stewardship strategies for annual campaign donors, ensuring thoughtful follow-up and recognition that deepens commitment and loyalty.
Ensure timely and accurate communication, including letters, emails, and calls.
Serve as the liaison between the Development Marketing Manager and Director of Development.
Assist with stewardship events and experiences that recognize and engage donors.
Collaborate with Jewish Student Life staff to collect stories and data that demonstrate the impact of giving.
Maintain accurate donor records and stewardship activity logs in the CRM/database.
Attend Hillel programs on evenings and weekends as necessary.
Ensure donor and gift information remains accurate and up to date by recording relevant interactions and notes in the database.
Engage in donor meetings, cultivation events, and conferences.
Participate in professional development or networking opportunities, including HIGA.
Other duties as assigned.