Project Management & Stewardship Director

Overview

AARP Foundation works for and with vulnerable people over 50 to end senior poverty and reduce financial hardship by building economic opportunity. As a charitable affiliate of AARP, we serve AARP members and nonmembers alike. Through vigorous legal advocacy and evidence-based solutions, and by strengthening supportive community connections, we foster resilience, advance equity and restore hope.

The Project Management & Stewardship Director reports to the Chief Development Officer. The role directs work associated with philanthropic engagement programs and the stewardship system to promote interaction with and relationship building with thought leaders, funders, and influencers in the philanthropy space. Leads the development and implementation of project plans for successful integration of alliances or partnerships. Collaborates with senior management to develop and implement strategies to secure participation in the 2027 philanthropic longevity convening being hosted by AARP and AARP Foundation and position the organization for success.

Tracks, measures, and reports on progress. Manages multiple portfolios for stewardship and growth.

• Plans, organizes, and implements assigned projects.
• Determines resources needed, tracks budgets, determines scope and execution, tracks progress towards milestones, establishes timelines, and evaluates progress.
• Ensures adherence to internal and external quality standards.
• Organizes project teams and leads internal and external team members and stakeholders to deliver on project goals.
• Establishes project communication plans and ensures internal/external stakeholders are informed regarding project processes and impact.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 7+ years plus fundraising experience, working with donors from identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
• Project management experience.
• Awareness of fundraising industry best practices and trends.
• Awareness of philanthropy industry practices and trends.
• Proven ability to analyze and use data.

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.

• Regular and reliable job attendance
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
• Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
• In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise.

AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.

AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.

AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.