Assistant Director, Donor Relations - Donor Recognition and Stewardship; Hybrid

Assistant Director, Donor Relations – Donor Recognition and Stewardship (Hybrid)

Location: Evanston, Illinois

Department: Alumni Relations & Development

Salary/Grade: EXS/6 (Target range $60,000-$64,000 per year)

Assistant Director manages stewardship projects for principal gift donors, creating, maintaining, and tracking donor recognition, and delivering customized outreach on behalf of university leaders.

• Tracks progress of stewardship strategies for principal gift donors and executes touchpoints on behalf of university leaders.
• Maintains and monitors individual stewardship plans to ensure donors are stewarded in a timely manner.
• Works with vendors to secure donor recognition items and maintain inventory.
• Collaborates with internal partners and university partners to implement and expand relationships to accomplish strategic goals.
• Works with development staff to implement donor strategies that maximize fundraising dollars and donor participation.
• Completes standard stewardship correspondence including holiday cards, plaques, signage, and gift notes.
• Manages parts of the donor relations process providing stewardship to individuals or groups of donors.
• Recommends changes and improvements to maximize efficient use of budget.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 2 years development, marketing, sales, or equivalent experience required.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Strong collaboration and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Proficient using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• 2 years experience in fundraising, communications, or nonprofit operations.

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