Assistant Director, Donor Engagement & Stewardship

University of North Carolina Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Charlotte in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Assistant Director of Special Projects, Engagement & Stewardship. The role leads donor stewardship, engagement initiatives, and reporting across Development and University Advancement to advance philanthropic priorities.

Reporting to senior leadership, the position coordinates with development officers, athletics, and communications to provide timely, meaningful engagement that reflects donor intent and strengthens connections

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three or more years of relevant professional experience in university advancement, fundraising, sales, project management, or a related field.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of donor stewardship, recognition, and engagement projects.
• Coordinate donor visits and engagement activities with internal partners.
• Develop donor communications and impact reports.
• Maintain information about naming commitments and available opportunities; promote donor-centered engagement.
• Support the For the Love of Charlotte capital campaign and other fundraising initiatives by ensuring consistent stewardship.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Project management software

Google Workspace

Adobe Creative Cloud

Canva

Job description

University of North Carolina Charlotte in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Assistant Director of Special Projects, Engagement & Stewardship. The role leads donor stewardship, engagement initiatives, and reporting across Development and University Advancement to advance philanthropic priorities.

Reporting to senior leadership, the position coordinates with development officers, athletics, and communications to provide timely, meaningful engagement that reflects donor intent and strengthens connections