Donor Impact & Stewardship Reporting Lead

University of Denver; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental, retirement benefits

Tuition benefit

Job summary

University of Denver, a private R1 university, seeks an Assistant Director, Stewardship Reporting to lead donor impact reporting and stewardship excellence across campus. You will develop reporting standards, manage endowment and milestone reports, and partner with frontline fundraisers and academic leaders to translate impact into donor-facing narratives.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 4–7 years of related experience, with hybrid work and limited Denver metro travel, plus strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 4–7 years of experience, including at least 3 years of related or transferrable professional experience.
• Experience in higher education or a similarly complex nonprofit environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead stewardship reporting strategy and annual reporting program.
• Manage customized donor impact reports for top-tier donors.
• Oversee endowment and chairs reporting in collaboration with deans and leadership.
• Coordinate broad-fund reporting including endowment and current-use funds.
• Provide guidance on reporting standards and donor communications.

Skills

Project management

Writing & storytelling

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Advancement systems

Job description

University of Denver, a private R1 university, seeks an Assistant Director, Stewardship Reporting to lead donor impact reporting and stewardship excellence across campus. You will develop reporting standards, manage endowment and milestone reports, and partner with frontline fundraisers and academic leaders to translate impact into donor-facing narratives.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 4–7 years of related experience, with hybrid work and limited Denver metro travel, plus strong