Director of Donor Stewardship & Engagement

University of California, Merced; California; In loco; USD 83.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

University of California, Merced is seeking a Director of Stewardship to design, implement and manage a donor-centered stewardship program. You will promote donor interaction, strengthen cross-departmental care, and support fundraising goals through policy leadership and tool development.

The role leads reporting and communications on donor impact, collaborates with External Relations and Philanthropy teams, and drives engagement across levels of giving.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in related area from an accredited institution.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, marketing, communication, external relations or directly related experience.
• Valid CA Driver's License (required).
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, meet deadlines with minimal supervision, and proactively keep all collaborators informed of progress.
• Excellent writing, copy editing, and proofreading skills; ability to synthesize information and present clearly.

Mansioni

• Develops and implements a strategic donor engagement plan to recognize and retain donors at all giving levels.
• Oversees impact reporting and donor communications, reporting on gift usage and ensuring donor intent compliance.
• Partners with leadership to integrate stewardship into fundraising strategies and establish tracking, metrics and reporting processes.
• Responds to donor inquiries and supports university donor-related events and activities, including nights and weekends.

Conoscenze

Organizational skills

Writing and editing

Project management

Communication skills

Active listening

Analytical skills

Customer service

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Strumenti

Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

University of California, Merced is seeking a Director of Stewardship to design, implement and manage a donor-centered stewardship program. You will promote donor interaction, strengthen cross-departmental care, and support fundraising goals through policy leadership and tool development.

The role leads reporting and communications on donor impact, collaborates with External Relations and Philanthropy teams, and drives engagement across levels of giving.