Harvard University

Harvard University

Development Assistant, Harvard Gift Planning

Cambridge, MA, United States · Full-time

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88Lottery-free
Cap-exempt (no lottery)100
Sponsors year-round90
Entry-level history60
PERM / green-card track50
Fits your clock70

Files H-1B any time — no cap, no lottery. The 2026 weighted-selection rule doesn't touch it, which makes this the strongest structural path for entry-level talent. Pay is often lower, but your odds of staying are dramatically higher.

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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation

Context, not a finding about this posting: of this employer's 15 green-card filings in this occupation, 93% were for a worker who already held the job.

States it is exempt from the H-1B cap

In 9 Department of Labor filings, this employer states it is an institution of higher education — one of the statutory grounds for exemption from the H-1B cap. Cap-exempt employers can file year-round without entering the lottery.Employer's own attestation on a Department of Labor wage determination, not a USCIS determination — exemption is decided per petition.

Files H-1B transfers

11 transfer filings in the last year, covering 11 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 7 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • Why join Harvard University Central Administration?
  • Through dynamic and collaborative partnerships, CADM provides high-quality and efficient services to the schools to help them achieve their goals.
  • The Development Assistant serves as principal administrative contact and liaison for external and internal constituencies including donors, alumni, faculty, senior academic leaders, and Harvard University colleagues.

Responsibilities

  • Provides administrative support to gift officers throughout the entire prospect management process including (but not limited to) prospect outreach, lead tracking and entering data into the alumni/donor database, data gathering and maintenance, scheduling, meeting preparation and follow-up on action items.
  • Maintains calendars for gift officers, organizes meetings, and takes/distributes notes.
  • Develops and prepares necessary background and solicitation materials prior to prospect meetings and is responsible for follow-up, which may include provision of various materials, and entering contact/visit reports.
  • Manage HGP Office Policy and Procedures Manual. Draft new material as needed and oversee any updates and revisions to the manual.
  • Support for families and caregivers

Requirements

  • May be required to work during some designated University holidays.

Nice to have

  • Must be professional, confidential, honest and reliable.
  • Must have an even disposition, poised confidence and the ability to deal effectively and politely with people with varied backgrounds, levels of experience and in all types of professional situations.
  • Must be highly organized, detail oriented and have the ability to work competently and efficiently in a multi-task environment with set deadlines.
  • Must possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Outstanding knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation required.
  • Must possess the ability to compose, proofread and edit high-level correspondence.

Skills

  • Exceptional customer service skills and strong attention to detail necessary.
  • Must have definite capability to evaluate problems accurately and display good, sound and confidential judgment
  • Must have strong project management skills (e.g., tracking of deadline, coordinating stakeholders).
  • Solid computer skills in a PC environment with the capabilities to master new software applications and technologies in database management.
  • Orientation and Review Period: 3 months
  • Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
  • Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
  • Pre-Employment Screening: Identity
  • Work Format Details
  • The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs.
  • Additional details will be discussed during the interview process.
  • Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location.

Benefits

  • Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
  • Generous paid time off including parental leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
  • Retirement plans with university contributions
  • Wellbeing and mental health resources
  • Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
  • Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.
  • Perform administrative duties for department, including phone coverage, and maintaining office files and materials.
  • This role may also be needed to provide interim staff support during peak periods or in order to provide coverage to other roles.

Company info

  • We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
  • We strive to live our values of respect, inclusion, trust, collaboration, continuous improvement and innovation; and open communication and effective information sharing in our daily interactions and our work.
  • Please include a cover letter as a part of your application to help us better understand your qualifications and background.
  • We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives.

Equal opportunity

  • EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement
  • equal opportunity and non-discrimination.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
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