Development Associate

Job Description:

The Regional Development Associate will provide advanced direct administrative support to three or more frontline major gift fundraisers and support regional engagement efforts. This position will handle most administrative duties, including but not limited to meeting/travel arrangements, gift/pledge recording accuracy, high-level correspondence and briefings, proposal pipeline maintenance, filing and phone coverage, research, event support, and technical and logistical support for the fundraisers. This role is also responsible for most information technology tasks and functions supporting the fundraisers. The Regional Development Associate position will also work cooperatively with other development associates and fundraising staff within Brown’s Division of Advancement.

The position can be located in either Providence, RI or California near a major metropolitan area.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field such as fundraising, administrative support,  nonprofits, sales, customer service, volunteer management, and/or marketing.  

Job Qualifications 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and project and time management skills.

• Expertise in Microsoft and Google platforms, especially Google Calendar and email, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Proficient with audio/visual and presentation platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams or WebEx, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Excellent attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and project and time management skills.

• Proven ability to analyze data, research information, problem-solve, and coordinate projects.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment with emphasis on accuracy and deadline adherence. Ability to effectively and efficiently multitask and prioritize workload.

• Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community

• Highly motivated, proactive individual who can think independently and analytically and may seek to build a career in Advancement.

• Ability to apply tact and maintain confidentiality. Customer-focused, customer service orientation

• Must be detail-oriented and can handle and complete multiple projects concurrently

• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

• Highly collaborative and strong interpersonal skills in building relationships with external and internal constituents. 

• Initiative and ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team.

• Must have a degree of computer proficiency and Information Management Skills 

• Must be able to work occasional nights and weekends. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of BSR Advance and Blackbaud, or a similar CRM.

• Experience using AI-powered tools to support proposal writing, build presentations, and administrative workflows.

Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Additional Information: Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position.

Read more about the benefits of working at Brown here.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-08-19

Job Posting Title:

Regional Development Associate

Department:

Advancement

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid

 

Submission Guidelines:

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.  

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.