Donor Experience Strategy Lead

Babson College; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Babson College in Needham, MA, is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Donor Experience to shape and advance a comprehensive donor engagement strategy across Marketing and Communications, Stewardship, and Advancement Events.

The role blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution, guiding a high-performing team and partnering with senior leaders and donors to deepen relationships and demonstrate impact.

Qualifications

• Progressive leadership in marketing, advancement, or donor engagement.
• Expertise in audience segmentation, positioning, and digital strategy.
• Track record of improving processes to scale operations.
• Experience navigating matrixed organizations and engaging senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance a cohesive donor experience strategy across units.
• Provide strategic leadership for Advancement marketing and communications.
• Lead stewardship initiatives to showcase philanthropy impact.
• Oversee Advancement events from intimate to high-profile gatherings.
• Champion use of AI, automation, data for capacity without harming relationships.
• Lead and inspire a high-performing team across divisions.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Marketing strategy

Donor engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Babson College in Needham, MA, is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Donor Experience to shape and advance a comprehensive donor engagement strategy across Marketing and Communications, Stewardship, and Advancement Events.

The role blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution, guiding a high-performing team and partnering with senior leaders and donors to deepen relationships and demonstrate impact.