Kuyper College - Advancement Administrator - Grand Rapids, MI

Kuyper College

Grand Rapids, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Alumni Relations, Benchmarking, Billing, Budget Reporting, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Email Management/Administration, Fundraising, General Ledger Accounting, Leadership, Mail Processing, Newsletter, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Productivity Management, Project Management Software, Reconciliation, Reporting Skills, Research Skills, Scholarship, Software Development, Stewardship, Systems Maintenance, Time Management, WorldView, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, MI
POSTED
4 days ago

POSITION DESCRIPTION Job Title: Advancement Administrator Department: Advancement Reports to: Chief Advancement Officer FLSA Status: Non -Exempt Hourly Updated Date: February 2026 Remote: No Summary: This role will join a community that is marked by a commitment of calling to serve Christ and His church. Knowledge of, appreciation f or, and an ability to integrate a Christian worldview in the role at Kuyper C ollege are essential for success in this position. The Advancement Administrator , through faithful service, serves the mission of Kuyper College is responsible for providing general administrative support for the advancement department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Database in tegrity: Design, evaluate, and implement systems in the development of software that increase productivity and assist in the achievement of department goals Assist in the integration of the institutional project management software and incorporate the processes of the department into this software Regularly perform data hygiene on the constituent databases ensuring that the records are a current and accurate reflection of our supporters Develop and maintain systems to track scholarships. Develop stewardship and reporting processes for scholarship representatives Evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements in database practices Reporting: Generate and distribute monthly and semi -annual reports (giving and benchmarking) Provide primary support for executive -level reporting (Chief Advancement Officer, uses for Leadership Team, and Resource and Institutional Effectiveness) Provide management over expense reporting and budget reconciliation Generate reports on constituencies as requested and conduct donor research through various software programs (i.e. Wealth Engine , Donor Management and eTapastry ) Work with principal gift officers within Kuyper and the annual giving team within the department to develop appropriate and timely reports Administrative Support: Serv e as the first point of reception for the Advancement Office. Create and manage mail, email, and call lists; draft and organize correspondence; and maintain the physical department files Primary administrative support to the Chief Advancement Officer Manage department invoices and supplies. Collaborate with the business office to track department finances Stay current with general ledger codes Work to ensure timely and consistent distribution of relevant communications (event invites, newsletters, p ostcards, new donor cards, other media, etc.). Record gifts mail receipts to all donors on a timely basis within 24-48 hours of receipt of the gift Assist with activities associated with any events hosted by the department. (fundraising, cultivat ion, alumni relations, etc) Train all advancement staff on processes and software to increase their understanding of data and how it will assist them in their roles Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential duties. The duties listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable indiv iduals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In addition, the ideal candidate will have the potential to take a leadership role with events Education and/or experience : An associate's degree or a bachelor's degree is preferred Two to f our years of related administrative experience Qualities: The successful candidate for this role will have the following qualities: Dependable Time management Flexible Attention to detail Professional Personable, able, and willing to work wit h others, possibly outside their comfort zone Strong communication skills, verbal and written Interested candidates, please submit a cover letter and resume to HRapplications@kuyper.edu Please visit our website at www.kuyper.edu Thank you for your interest in Kuyper College!

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