WORK STUDY - DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT

International Center of Photography • New York, NY

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Development Assistant supports the Development Team by assisting with donor and member events, prospect research, communications and departmental projects. This role offers hands-on experience in nonprofit development, arts administration, and donor stewardship while contributing to initiatives that advance ICP's mission.

Requirements

• Only currently enrolled One-Year Certificate (OYC) students are eligible to apply.
• Interest in nonprofit organizations, museums, or arts administration.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support donor and member events by assisting with event preparation, guest check-in, and on-site logistics.
• Photograph Development events and activities for stewardship, reports, and departmental communications.
• Organize and maintain digital images for departmental records.
• Assist with membership renewal projects and member communications.
• Conduct research on prospective individual, corporate, and foundation supporters, as well as artists, exhibitions, and programs that support fundraising initiatives.
• Assist with maintaining donor and member records in the Development database.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree