Stewardship Officer

Posting Number: PG194880EP

Internal Recruitment:
No

Working Title:

Stewardship Officer

Anticipated Hiring Range:
Commensurate with experience and education

Work Schedule:

Monday
- Friday; 8a - 5p and other hours as needed to fulfill the duties of this position; flexible work arrangement available.

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department:
Development Communications and Stewardship

North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today, NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 40,500 high-performing students, more than 10,000 preeminent faculty and staff and more than 310,000 dedicated alumni. NC State is a Research One (R1) university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

We're also at the forefront of teaching and discovery in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive and collegial team culture.

All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth.

The mission of University Advancement at NC State is to amplify the university's local and global impact by nurturing lifelong relationships, championing philanthropy and strengthening the Wolfpack community. The division is composed of six teams
- Advancement Services;
Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving;
Finance, Administration and Talent Management;
Principal Gifts Program;
University Development; and University Special Events and Experiences - that build relationships across the university and beyond to ensure a best-in-class experience for alumni, friends and donors.

University Development raises philanthropic support for university goals and priorities that benefit NC State's students, faculty, campus and, ultimately, the state of North Carolina by working closely and strategically with teams throughout University Advancement and within the university's colleges, units and programs. The department includes the offices of Central Major Gifts, Corporate and Foundation Relations, Development Communications and Stewardship, Gift Planning and Prospect Development.

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical
  , Dental
  , and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits,
Wellness & Recreation Membership
, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

The Stewardship Officer is an important position within the Office of Development Communications and Stewardship (DCS), serving as a resource and stewardship expert for University Advancement, with a focus on the work in the offices of Central Major Gifts, Gift Planning and Leadership Giving. The position will maintain strong working relationships with teams across the division while also contributing to several key projects and initiatives that support the broader goals and priorities of DCS.

• Administers the acknowledgment process for university and division leadership, coordinating logistics to ensure the timely delivery of accurate, personalized messages of gratitude.
• Leads stewardship strategies for select leadership giving donors, participating in donor strategy sessions and directing action steps, including opportunities for personalized engagement, meaningful recognition and impact reporting.
• Advises on the planning of annual stewardship priorities across respective areas, guiding the development of special projects and key initiatives.
• Advances the stewardship planning and implementation of other university wide events and initiatives, including campaign stewardship, Pack Appreciation Day, Day of Giving…