Advancement Marketing & Donor Growth Director

Cornerstone University; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks an Advancement Marketing Director to develop and execute integrated fundraising and marketing strategies. The role focuses on donor acquisition, retention, and engagement, including the annual campaign, donor communications, and multi-channel fundraising initiatives.

The director will combine data-driven fundraising with compelling storytelling, aligning advancement efforts with the university's Christ-centered mission and biblical worldview.

Qualifications

• Personal relationship with Jesus Christ and active Christian commitment.
• Affirmation of Cornerstone University doctrinal statement and confessions.
• Ability to lead and mentor within a Christian university environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual giving strategies to increase participation and revenue.
• Plan multi-channel fundraising campaigns (mail, email, social, digital) and donor communications.
• Oversee advancement marketing, storytelling, and donor-centered messaging across channels.
• Collaborate with university marketing to align advancement goals with institutional priorities.
• Utilize CRM data to analyze donor behavior and campaign performance.

Skills

Christian faith

Biblical worldview

Leadership

Job description

Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks an Advancement Marketing Director to develop and execute integrated fundraising and marketing strategies. The role focuses on donor acquisition, retention, and engagement, including the annual campaign, donor communications, and multi-channel fundraising initiatives.

The director will combine data-driven fundraising with compelling storytelling, aligning advancement efforts with the university's Christ-centered mission and biblical worldview.