Director of Donor Stewardship & Engagement

Gustavus Adolphus College; Minnesota; On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition benefit plan for employees and

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Gustavus Adolphus College seeks a stewardship and donor relations professional to lead a comprehensive donor engagement program. You will design recognition, manage events, and collaborate with leadership to communicate impact and strengthen donor relationships.

Responsibilities include developing stewardship policies, coordinating campus-wide recognition efforts, and partnering with campus offices to ensure a donor-centric experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Experience in nonprofit development or donor relations preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage a donor relations and stewardship program aligned with strategic goals.
• Develop donor recognition and engagement framework across giving levels.
• Coordinate donor events and communications to strengthen relationships.

Skills

Donor relations

Non-profit fundraising

Event planning

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Google

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Slate for Advancement

Job description

Gustavus Adolphus College seeks a stewardship and donor relations professional to lead a comprehensive donor engagement program. You will design recognition, manage events, and collaborate with leadership to communicate impact and strengthen donor relationships.

Responsibilities include developing stewardship policies, coordinating campus-wide recognition efforts, and partnering with campus offices to ensure a donor-centric experience.