Stewardship Associate

Bryant University; Smithfield, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryant University is hiring a Stewardship Associate to coordinate donor stewardship activities, including communications, scholarship reporting, and donor recognition initiatives. The role collaborates with Development, Annual Giving, Donor Experience, and campus partners to demonstrate the impact of philanthropic support.

The position supports student engagement, content collection, and donor gratitude programs, while maintaining records, reports, and CRM data to ensure accurate stewardship

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2–4 years of relevant professional experience; higher education experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, project management, and relationship-building skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with fundraising databases and CRM systems preferred.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate stewardship communications, donor impact reports, scholarship reports, and related materials.
• Support donor recognition initiatives and reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with Advancement Communications and campus partners to manage templates and resources.
• Coordinate annual scholarship reporting for donors outside Tier 1 and Tier 2 giving levels.
• Gather student-generated content for scholarship reports and stewardship communications.
• Coordinate student participation in stewardship initiatives such as Thank a Donor Day.
• Plan and execute donor gratitude initiatives, including Thank-a-Donor programs.
• Maintain stewardship tracking systems and reports within the Advancement CRM.
• Support stewardship components of donor events and recognition programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Relationship-building

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Fundraising databases

Job description

Reports To Director, Advancement Communications and Stewardship

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director, Advancement Communications and Stewardship, the Stewardship Associate supports the execution of donor stewardship activities that foster donor engagement, recognition, and accountability. Working collaboratively with Development, Annual Giving, Donor Experience, Advancement Communications, and campus partners, the position coordinates stewardship communications, scholarship reporting, donor recognition initiatives, and student engagement activities that demonstrate the impact of philanthropic support and support meaningful donor experiences.

Bryant is recognized as a top 1 percent national leader in student education outcomes and ROI and regularly receives high rankings from U.S. News and World Report, QS Stars, Money, Bloomberg Businessweek, Wall Street Journal, and College Factual. Bryant’s strategic plan, Vision 2030, redefines higher education through a commitment to providing students with a transformational learning experience. Vision 2030 accelerates advancements in academic innovation, experiential learning, vibrant student life, Division I athletics, and a connected community that fosters belonging and success.

Principal Accountabilities

35% Stewardship Communications & Donor Recognition

• Coordinate recurring stewardship activities, including first-time donor acknowledgements, tribute and memorial gift stewardship, leadership society recognition, and other donor recognition initiatives.
• Assist in the development and distribution of stewardship communications, donor impact reports, scholarship reports, stewardship correspondence, and related materials.
• Partner with the Advancement Content & Stewardship team to maintain stewardship templates, recognition materials, and communication resources.
• Monitor stewardship processes to ensure communications are accurate, timely, and aligned with donor recognition standards.

30% Student Engagement, Scholarship Reporting & Content Collection

• Coordinate annual scholarship reporting and related stewardship activities for donors outside of Tier 1 and Tier 2 giving levels.
• Coordinate annual scholarship reporting for donors outside of Tier 1 and Tier 2 giving levels.
• Collect and manage student-generated content, including thank-you messages, testimonials, photos, and stories, for use in scholarship reports and stewardship communications.
• Coordinate student participation in stewardship initiatives, including Thank a Donor Day and other donor gratitude programs.

25% Stewardship Events & Program Support

• Coordinate stewardship-focused events and engagement opportunities, including donor recognition activities, scholarship events, and donor-student engagement programs.
• Lead the planning and execution of donor gratitude initiatives, including Thank-a-Donor programs and similar stewardship activities.
• Partner with Donor Experience and Development colleagues to support stewardship components of donor events and recognition programs.
• Assist with stewardship initiatives supporting annual donors, leadership donors, scholarship donors, athletics supporters, and other key donor constituencies.
• Maintain stewardship tracking systems, reports, and related records within the Advancement CRM .
• Collaborate with colleagues across University Advancement to support consistent donor stewardship, impact reporting, and recognition efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Certain requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate persons with disabilities

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Higher education experience preferred. Strong organizational, communication, project management, and relationship-building skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required; experience with fundraising databases and CRM systems is preferred. Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

At Bryant University, we believe that our strength lies in the richness of our campus community and the unique perspectives that shape it. By connecting academic and social experiences, we create an environment where individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. Our commitment to fostering belonging and well-being ensures that everyone has the opportunity to thrive and contribute meaningfully. We encourage applications from those who appreciate the wide range of experiences and backgrounds that make our community exceptional. Discover more about how we cultivate a welcoming and collaborative campus culture that drives excellence.

Physical Capacities

Posting Number

Posting Number STA02832

Work Hours

Open Date

Open Date 09/28/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Letter(s) of Recommendation

Office of Human Resources

1150 Douglas Pike

Smithfield, RI 02918