"Assistant, Major Gifts"

The Assistant provides administrative support to three fundraisers on Major Gifts which raises funds from individuals, families, and family foundations for priorities in research and care across Dana-Farber. This role includes data entry, drafting and managing correspondence, processing gifts, calendaring, making travel arrangements, and event support as appropriate, in addition to other administrative duties as assigned. The ability to multitask with a high degree of attention to detail is required. Responsible for assisting the entire Division with reaching financial goals. Reports to three Associate Director III's, Major Gifts. Internal title: Assistant, Individual Giving.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

• Data entry, attention to detail, and quality control are key to function.
• Calendar management.
• Meeting prep, note taking, and follow-up.
• Draft and proof correspondence and similar materials.
• Timely response to internal and external inquiries.
• Maintaining confidentiality and exercising good judgement with sensitive information.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with a strong orientation to customer service and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a variety of projects and multitask in a fast-paced organization.
• Directed and self-starting attitude with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team and work with a variety of personalities.
• Strong computer skills.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate/Bachelor’s degree preferred. No experience required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PATIENT CONTACT: None

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

$50,200.00 - $56,000.00