Donor Stewardship & Engagement Director

Oklahoma City Community College; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma City Community College seeks a Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations to lead donor stewardship for major gifts, endowed and estate gifts. You will collaborate with major gift officers to craft personalized stewardship plans, donor recognition initiatives, and impact reports that align with donor intent and college priorities.

Responsibilities include developing donor stories and proposals, coordinating with Communications for donor recognition, and maintaining accurate fund

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred in communications, PR, marketing or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ related experience in philanthropy, development, stewardship, advancement services.
• Knowledge of donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship best practices.
• Familiarity with CASE standards and ethics in donor relations.
• Understanding of community college landscape and donor data analytics.
• Knowledge of donor management systems and data integrity.
• Ability to learn IRS regulations, endowment management, and scholarship stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Lead donor stewardship initiatives and personalize engagement plans.
• Collaborate with Advancement staff to create tailored donor outreach and reports.
• Develop stories, proposals, and impact reports to support fundraising.
• Manage donor recognition programs and events; maintain funds and records.
• Ensure donor funds align with donor intent and institutional priorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong writing

Public speaking

Relationship building

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Donor management systems

Job description

Oklahoma City Community College seeks a Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations to lead donor stewardship for major gifts, endowed and estate gifts. You will collaborate with major gift officers to craft personalized stewardship plans, donor recognition initiatives, and impact reports that align with donor intent and college priorities.

Responsibilities include developing donor stories and proposals, coordinating with Communications for donor recognition, and maintaining accurate fund