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Development Assistant, Planned Giving (Marketing)



GBH enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives.

At GBH, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are hybrid and work both from home and onsite. Our current hybrid approach requires staff to work onsite a minimum of two days each week, every Tuesday and one other day, to be determined by their business unit. Hybrid staff are also welcome to come in additional days each week or may be asked to come in on other days by their manager.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

GBH is a vibrant public media powerhouse that enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain–fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives.

GBH is more than a station or a channel—it is a leader in independent public media, telling the stories that matter to our audiences and producing programs that can change the world.

For the past 75 years we have grown to become the largest producer of content for PBS, making award winning series such as FRONTLINE, NOVA, MASTERPIECE, American Experience, and ANTIQUES ROADSHOW. PBS is the most trusted source of media in the United States carrying the local, national and international news that audiences rely on. 

The Development Division is responsible for raising funds from individuals and institutions. It plays a vital role in helping to finance broadcast, video, digital, and audio programs, including celebrated dramas, investigative journalism, documentaries, children's media, podcasts, and other local and national programming in the public media system.

JOB OVERVIEW

GBH is seeking a Development Assistant, Planned Giving to support its Gift Planning and Endowment (GP&E) team. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about supporting meaningful donor engagement. As a key administrative partner, the Development Assistant helps ensure the smooth operation of planned giving activities, including

estate tracking, donor communications, and event logistics.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Estate & Gift Support: Track estate gifts, maintain records, and assist with documentation and correspondence related to charitable gift annuities (CGAs) and other planned giving vehicles.

  • Donor Communications: Serve as the first point of contact for donor inquiries, provide PBS technical assistance, and support donor education efforts.

  • Marketing & Outreach: Help produce donor communications, manage mailing lists, and assist with website updates and digital campaigns.

  • Gift Processing & Acknowledgment: Prepare thank-you letters, maintain donor data, and support gift processing in collaboration with the Advancement Operations team.

  • Event Coordination: Assist with planning and logistics for donor events, including invitations, RSVPs, and day-of support.

  • Team Support: Maintain organized files, prepare reports and presentations, and provide general administrative support to the GP&E team.

SKILL SET

  • Strong organizational and communication skills.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); experience with donor databases a plus.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively.

  • Comfort handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required. 0-2 years of experience in nonprofit administration, fundraising, or donor relations.

JOB SPECIFICS

Staff position

Hybrid position

LOCATION

1 Guest Street, Boston, MA 02135

This position is located in Boston, MA, and requires on-site presence.

GBH is an equal opportunity employer. The community and audience we serve are diverse, and we wish to foster that diversity in our workplace. Toward that end, GBH does not discriminate against individuals in hiring, employment, or promotion based on race, religion, color, sex/gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
Application Process Assistance
GBH will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate an accommodation request, contact the Human Resource department by sending an email to human_resources@wgbh.org or by calling 617-300-2000.
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