Assistant Director for Leadership Philanthropy in New York, New York at New York University

Assistant Director for Leadership Philanthropy

US-NY-New York

Job ID: 2026-16120
Type: School of Law (LW1131)
# of Openings: 1
Category: Development/Sponsored Research/Grant Writing
New York University

Overview

This role is intended to help support all campaign and development-related priorities. Duties will include: driving the Dean’s prospect portfolio by preparing his briefings and managing any upcoming campaigns; sharpening the focus on our gift table and top-priority donors; continuing to refine the pipeline through a complete quarterly review of the Dean’s prospects, working in connection with the research team and senior administrators; and working closely with our directors/team on events with a special focus on alumni and trustee engagement, stewardship, and ad hoc projects that advance the mission of our fundraising activities.

Responsibilities

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education:
Master's Degree

Required Experience:
3+ years relevant professional level experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
• Strong organizational, writing, and event management skills.

• Careful attention to detail.

• Proven ability to problem-solve, adapt quickly, and deal with highly charged situations and individuals sensitively and calmly.

Qualifications

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $77,000.00 to USD $93,500.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

NYU Law is an intellectual powerhouse and innovator in legal education, known for its focus on leadership, global issues, and public service. As part of this diverse and accomplished community, you’ll work with top faculty, support learning and research, and have regular opportunities to develop professionally. Located in Greenwich Village, one of New York’s most inviting neighborhoods, the Law School offers highly competitive benefits and perks, notably tuition remission.

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.

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