Donor Relations & Fundraising Officer

Northeast Iowa Community College; Peosta (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Iowa Community College seeks an advancement professional to develop and strengthen philanthropic support across the district. You will manage a portfolio of donors, alumni, and community partners, guiding cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and engagement activities aligned with College and Foundation priorities.

Travel across the district is required as you represent the College and Foundation at events, meetings, and partnerships, while working to increase donor participation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and 3–5 years in fundraising or related roles.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with individuals and organizations.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and donor stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance relationships with donors, alumni, and community partners to strengthen fundraising.
• Qualify and advance donor relationships to grow the donor pipeline.
• Support annual and major giving campaigns and donor recognition activities.
• Represent the College and Foundation at events across the district; travel is required.

Skills

Relationship management

Donor cultivation

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Northeast Iowa Community College seeks an advancement professional to develop and strengthen philanthropic support across the district. You will manage a portfolio of donors, alumni, and community partners, guiding cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and engagement activities aligned with College and Foundation priorities.

Travel across the district is required as you represent the College and Foundation at events, meetings, and partnerships, while working to increase donor participation and