Administrative Assistant, School of the Arts

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for School of the Arts development activities, including donor correspondence and stewardship.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, proposals, solicitation materials, and fundraising memoranda.
• Support the production and distribution of fundraising mailings and donor acknowledgment letters.
• Maintain and update mailing lists and track donor/prospect information within the UpRoar database.
• Coordinate administrative support for development and alumni engagement events.
• Handle sensitive and confidential material with tact and discretion.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in an office environment performing administrative support functions.
• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with database management and/or desktop publishing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines with minimal supervision.

About the Company

Columbia University is a leading research university located in New York City. The Office of Alumni & Development works to support the university's mission through fundraising, engagement, and stewardship activities.