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Villanova University
Philanthropy Associate

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Posting Number:	20260292V
Position Title:	Philanthropy Associate
Posting Type	Student
Hours/week:	6 hours (minimum) – 20 hours (maximum) per week
Eligibility:	Work study preferred but open to all students
Semester	2026-2027 Academic Year
Location	Riley Hall
Detailed Work Schedule	Flexible scheduling available. Shifts to be completed between 2-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 1-3 p.m. on Friday.
Number of positions:	5
Department:	608-Development
Contact Name:	Abby Loranca
Contact Phone/Extension:	610-519-7938

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary:	Villanova University Advancement is searching for enthusiastic and motivated undergraduate students to join the Student Philanthropy program! Student Philanthropy Associates support the Villanova Annual Fund through both fundraising and stewardship efforts. As an integral member of the UA team, you will establish, develop, and maintain relationships with alumni, family, and friends to secure resources for Villanova’s top priorities across academics, scholarships, student life, and athletics. This opportunity is for students who wish to gain meaningful work experience, develop professional job skills, and gain valuable experience across communications, fundraising, sales, marketing, and customer service. You’ll directly impact the student experience, gain leadership skills, and serve as an ambassador through various programs across Villanova. Duties and Responsibilities: • Reach out to supporters to build personal rapport, update alumni records, and acquire donations for the University • Build a strong, compelling case in support of the Villanova Annual Fund through interactions with prospects via phone calls, emails, and text messages • Serve as an ambassador at events, including 1842 Day and Homecoming • Manage conversations with a high-level of professionalism and handle personal information with confidentiality • Meet performance goals established during each shift • Gain a greater understanding of the University’s mission, goals, academics, student programs, and its needs for philanthropic support
Requirements:	• Bachelor’s Degree in progress •Commit to a minimum of six hours per week with variable scheduling available. Shifts to be completed between 2-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 1-3 p.m. on Friday. • Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact comfortably and effectively with internal and external stakeholders • Willing and able to consistently ask for philanthropic support via phone calls, email, and text • Enthusiasm for Villanova and our mission • Ability to record data accurately • Outstanding time management and organization skills • An eagerness to be coached and to learn every day • Persistent and positive attitude
Additional Information:	• Competitive Wages: Student Philanthropy Associates earn $13.00 per hour • Build your resume: Develop strong fundraising, communication, sales, marketing and customer service skills. • Network: Learn from and build relationships with alumni in various professions across the country • Incentives: Prizes earned for meeting team goals and end-of-semester celebrations. •Flexibility: Choose your schedule to complete the six-hour weekly minimum.
Physical Demands Summary:
Wage Rate:	$ 13.00

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Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Open Until Filled	Yes

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* Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?
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