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Working at Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs (DHDAA) is about making a real difference in the world.
DHDAA is an integral part of Duke Health--a world-class organization dedicated to excellence in research, patient care and education. DHDAA drives Duke Health's philanthropic efforts, from identifying opportunities for individuals to support a host of health areas to facilitating transformational gift opportunities for donors. Our organization encompasses a full slate of resources and services, designed to support the department's donor-centric fundraising and includes dedicated staff for research, communications, donor relations, and events.
We take pride in being a place to work that encourages growth, teamwork, communication, recognition of achievement, and positive co-worker/supervisor relationships.
At Duke Health, diversity is one of our core values. We know that providing world-class healthcare depends on the exchange of ideas — which only happens when we draw out and draw upon the rich diversity of our backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences.
Job Opportunities
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Staff Assistant, to Associate Vice President
This person will provide high-level support to the Assistant Vice President (AVP), Individual Giving and the Assistant Vice President, Transformational and Leadership Giving on a wide range of issues, including complex situations of a confidential and sensitive nature. Analyze complex issues, identify viable options, and communicate options to the AVP(s), and when appropriate, implement solutions.
Development Associate, Individual Giving and Transformational Gifts
Responsible for working directly with the Assistant Vice President, Individual Giving and the Assistant Vice President, Transformational and Leadership Giving to initiate and assist with activities required to develop and implement individual cultivation, solicitation and leadership strategies and actions aligned with institutional priorities.
Program Director, Special Events
The Program Director of Strategic Events reports directly to the Senior Director of Strategic Events in Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs (DHDAA). This position will create, plan, coordinate, and implement assigned events to support two offices: the Executive Vice President of Health Affairs/School of Medicine Dean (EVP/Dean), and DHDAA. This person will need to possess expertise in supporting both high-level academic and development programs and audiences. Priorities of the EVP/Dean of the Duke University School of Medicine may include internal events such as Town Halls, Research Week, and the State of the School. DHDAA events and programs will focus on the cultivation, engagement, and stewardship of donors, alumni, students, faculty, and employees.
Administrative Associate to the Senior Associate Vice President
Responsible for completing special projects and initiatives for the Senior Associate Vice President, DHDAA; included but not limited to, streamlining processes to record fundraiser activity in DHDAA's multiple systems, developing projects to focus on data hygiene and consistency, assist in planning, developing, and implementing of key business practices and protocols.
Development Associate in Medicine, Surgery, and Clinical Care
Responsible for working directly with the Executive Director of Development and working collaboratively with all Medicine, Surgery, and Clinical Care (MSCC) gift team officers to initiate and assist with activities required to develop and implement individual cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies and actions aligned with institutional priorities. The MSCC team works with grateful patient donors across departments and programs including Departments of Medicine, Surgery, and ObGyn, Duke Eye Center, Duke Heart, Duke Transplant Center, and more.
Working at Duke
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas – an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
For a complete list of staff jobs and information about employment benefits and policies, please refer to the Duke Human Resources website.
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With its close ties to the community and commitment to outstanding education, its venerable past and vital future, Duke University and Duke University Medical Center offer extraordinary opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds. We invite you to discover your own future potential for growth, achievement, and professional satisfaction by investigating the possibilities at Duke in Durham.
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