Philanthropy Community Fundraising Events Co-op

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.

OVERVIEW OF CO-OP DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The co-op student will support the CFE team with fundraising operations and administrative responsibilities across its portfolio of community-based fundraising events. This role provides hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising operations, data management, event support, and process improvement.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Fundraising Operations: Assist team members with administrative duties that streamline day-to-day fundraising operations and support the effective management of community fundraising events.
• Artificial Intelligence & Process Improvement: Use artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including Dana-Farber's ChatGPT model and Microsoft Copilot, to help improve operational efficiency, organize information, support routine administrative tasks, and identify opportunities to streamline team processes.
• Data Management & Cleanup: Assist with data entry, data cleanup, quality assurance, and maintenance of accurate event, fundraiser, and constituent information across multiple systems and databases.
• Fundraising & Event Support: Assist with creating and managing online fundraising pages, event materials, reports, and other resources supporting community fundraisers.
• Fundraiser Stewardship: Support administrative activities related to fundraiser outreach, renewals, acknowledgments, stewardship events, and other communications.
• Research: Research prospective community groups, schools, organizations, and other potential fundraising opportunities.
• Tracking & Reporting: Help track fundraising activities, event information, results, and other key data to support portfolio management and reporting.
• Event Support: Attend and assist with Jimmy Fund community fundraising events as needed, primarily within approximately 60 minutes of Greater Boston, and provide on-site administrative and logistical support.
• General Team Support: Assist with additional administrative, operational, and special projects across the CFE team as needed.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED:

We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and dependable team player who is interested in gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrate professionalism and sound judgment, and have a strong customer-service orientation. Previous office or administrative experience is preferred. The student should be comfortable learning and working across multiple databases and technology platforms and have an interest in using emerging tools, including artificial intelligence, to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Previous fundraising, nonprofit, event planning, or event volunteer experience is a plus but not required.

SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED/PREFERRED:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Strong administrative and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working with data and multiple databases
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Copilot
• Familiarity with ChatGPT and other AI tools, with an interest in applying AI to improve operational efficiency
• Comfortable answering phones, making calls, and communicating with fundraisers and other constituents
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities
• Previous event planning, fundraising, nonprofit, or volunteer experience preferred

DISCLAIMER:

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under state or federal law, must be able to perform the essential job functions either with or without a reasonable accommodation. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties (including essential functions), responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Non-essential and/or marginal job functions may be adjusted to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is “at will.”

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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