Student Worker - Internal Operations Project Lead (FWS/NFWS)
LocationAZ Phoenix
Typepart-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentAdvancement
Company size10,000+ people
PostedApr 14, 2026 · 6mo ago
Verified live23h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking
Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor's program or Master's program
Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student
Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University
Skills
MS Office Suite
Asana
Google Suite
Position Summary/Purpose:
As a Student Workerin the Department of Advancement, you will play a critical role in driving key initiatives forward and ensuring our team operates efficiently and effectively. This role supports donor stewardship, internal operations, and cross-departmental coordination—all in service of Grand Canyon University’s mission. You’ll work in a fast-paced, high-trust environment where your ability to prioritize, communicate, and execute will directly contribute to real impact.
Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions:
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Lead and manage Advancement-related projects from planning through execution, ensuring deadlines and goals are met.
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Coordinate communication across internal teams to support donor engagement strategies and operational workflows.
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Support event logistics, stewardship campaigns, and high-priority donor interactions by managing details and tracking tasks.
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Collaborate with university departments to align on priorities, gather key information, and facilitate the timely execution of deliverables.
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Utilize project management tools (like Asana, Google Suite, etc.) to maintain project timelines, documents, and reporting.
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Anticipate operational needs and provide proactive solutions to ensure the Development team members stay focused and effective.
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Support the Division of Advancement in other duties as assigned.
Equipment Used and Responsibility
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MS Office Suite
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Asana
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Virtious
Qualifications:
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate GCU’s mission and impact to diverse audiences.
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Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking.
Experience/ Education:
Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:
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Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
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Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
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Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.
Pay Rate: Minimum Wage
Expected End Date: June 30, 2027 (TBD)