Associate Director of Development - Research Asian University for Women Support Foundation

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT - RESEARCH

Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

Organization

The Asian University for Women Support Foundation (AUWSF) is a U.S. 501 (c)(3) Cambridge-based organization that serves as the principal fundraising arm of the Asian University for Women (AUW), located in Chittagong, Bangladesh. The Asian University for Women is an emerging regional center of excellence that offers a liberal arts education and leadership development to young women from all across Asia and the Middle East, regardless of background. Currently, AUW has over 400 students from 12 countries throughout the region, including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Palestine, the People's Republic of China, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam. The University is in its fourth year of operations.

Responsibilities

- Development Research

o Conduct prospect research on individuals, foundations, corporations, etc.

o Carry out other research tasks as needed: including research on university policies, higher education, women’s education, and international development.

- Other Development Tasks

o Write letters on behalf of the President/CEO

o Assist with proposals and other developments tasks as needed

- Primary Staff Liaison with the AUWSF Board of Directors

o Coordinate Board meetings, agendas, supplementary materials, etc.

o Take meeting minutes

o Maintain Board lists (including other AUW advisory boards), contact information, term records, etc.

- Payables

o Sign checks

o Release wire transfers

o Approve invoices

o Approve credit card and expense reports

- Visas and Travel for AUW Staff

o Process visa applications through Bangladesh Consulate in New York

o Coordinate travel arrangements to Bangladesh as needed

- Coordinate ordering and shipment of laboratory equipment to AUW

- Liaison with pro bono lawyers

- Human Resources – Conduct the interviewing and hiring process for new AUWSF staff

- Provide back-up for daily office management tasks

Professional Experience/Qualifications

Excellent research and writing skills are required and previous development experience is strongly preferred. A Bachelor’s degree is required.

This position may include some international travel.

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to kamal.ahmad@asian-university.org.