Coordinator of Stewardship and Donor ; Lima Campus

Coordinator of Stewardship and Donor Experience (Lima Campus)

Lima | Campus

The Coordinator of Stewardship and Donor Experience leads the planning and execution of donor relations and stewardship efforts at Ohio State Lima. Reporting to the Development Senior Director and working closely with the Lima Advancement team, this role advances campus fundraising efforts through meaningful donor recognition, engagement, and communication, with a focus on gratitude and impact.

Responsibilities include monitoring the use of gift and scholarship funds, contributing to donor impact reports, and leveraging institutional data systems to analyze donor information and inform strategy. The coordinator supports donor cultivation by identifying and tracking prospects, assessing giving capacity, and strengthening the donor pipeline. The role may engage with donors and prospects to deepen relationships and support strategic fundraising conversations.

In addition, this position coordinates donor and alumni events and supports the daily operations of the Advancement office, including managing workflows, coordinating schedules and communications, and maintaining an organized and responsive office environment. The coordinator oversees procurement activities, including serving as the P-Card manager, processing purchases and reimbursements, and ensuring compliance with university policies and systems such as Workday and Spend Authorization processes.

This role also provides professional, front-line support to the Development Senior Director.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with strong customer service skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. They demonstrate sound judgment and discretion with sensitive information, communicate effectively with diverse audiences, and bring experience in program coordination, relationship management, and data-informed decision-making. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data tools, and professional writing is required.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 2 years of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Additional Information:
The College The Ohio State University at Lima offered its first classes in 1960. The Lima campus sits on 565 acres which is comprised of 270 acres of woods, 35 acres of natural prairie, 200 tillable acres, and 60 acres that contain the academic campus (buildings, greens, and parking lots). There are 10 buildings on campus, four of which are shared with our collocated institution, Rhodes State College (RSC).

Ohio State Lima also has two off-campus teaching sites:
Ohio State Lima at Mercy Health St. Rita’s for its anatomy/cadaver lab (1,400 square feet) and Ohio State Lima at the Engineering Education and Manufacturing Center at the Ford Engine Plant which houses five labs, 12 classrooms and breakout rooms and a 300-seat auditorium.

Ohio State Lima currently enrolls 818 students who are taught and supported by 26 tenure track faculty, 52 associated faculty, 5 visiting faculty, and 56 staff members. Outside of the classroom, students have vast opportunities for experience through internships, undergraduate research, leadership projects, and community engagement. The mathematics class sizes on the Lima campus are small, often around 20 students or less, and allow for a close interaction between instructor and students.

Our campus also offers numerous academic enrichment opportunities to our students, including Honors, Undergraduate Research, Service Learning, and Study Abroad.

The University Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No.4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

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