Temporary Administrative Assistant

Department: Temp Center
Salary/Grade: TMP/01

Position: Temporary Administrative Assistant
Hours: This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week/ 8:30am-5pm / M-F)
Pay: $22.00 per hour
Campus: Evanston
Approximate start date: 5/1/2026
Approximate end date: 8/28/2026

Northwestern University is seeking a temporary full-time Administrative Assistant for the Evanston campus.

Temporary Job Description:

The office of Alumni Relations and Development is seeking a full-time temporary employee to provide administrative support to multiple teams, with primary responsibility for assisting the central Major Gifts and Leadership Giving teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and logistical support for Major Gifts Officers, including trip preparation, scheduling, materials coordination, and post-trip follow-up.
• Support Leadership Giving programs and events through coordination, preparation of materials, and on-site or virtual assistance as needed.
• Assist with general office support tasks, including data entry, document preparation, and coordination across teams.
• Collaborate with staff across Alumni Relations and Development to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Qualifications Required:

Prior experience in an administrative or office support role. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams and maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand the importance of our mission and vision. When you consider a temporary opportunity at Northwestern University, you know that you are joining an institution with a deep history of academic, professional and personal development.

In addition to salary, this temporary position is eligible for paid time off and paid sick time in accordance with Northwestern University policies. This position is not eligible for other benefits offered to regular staff positions."

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.