Associate Director, Donor Relations and Stewardship
Apply NowCompany: Dartmouth College
Location: Hanover, NH 03755
Description:
Position Details
Position Information
Posting date
03/13/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1125858
Position Title
Associate Director, Donor Relations and Stewardship
Department this Position Reports to
Tuck Advancement
Hiring Range Minimum
$80,800
Hiring Range Maximum
$101,000
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Schedule
This is a hybrid role with time spent on campus in Hanover and working remotely.
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?
Hybrid
Is this a term position?
No
If yes, length of term in months.
N/A
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
With guidance from advancement leadership, develops, implements, and manages a donor relations and stewardship program to sustain and advance Tuck's philanthropic priorities. This role will primarily focus on donor relations and stewardship activities after gift acceptance.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Experience and skill managing a donor relations and stewardship program for annual and leadership gifts in a higher education or nonprofit environment with a similar donor community and operating processes. Experience and skill using fundraising management systems and technology (e.g., Ellucian Advance) to optimize work processes and services. Knowledge of higher education philanthropy, alumni engagement, fundraising principles, practices, and technology gained through a liberal arts education, continuing education and professional development, and/or relevant work experience. Demonstrated writing experience and excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills. Able to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals. Able to anticipate, deliver on, and exceed the expectations of alumni, donors, and colleagues. High accuracy, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Able to introduce and drive innovation in ways small and large. Able to collaborate effectively with others to achieve shared goals and objectives. Able to proactively identify and pursue relevant learning and professional development opportunities and apply new knowledge, insights, and skills to enhance results.
Preferred Qualifications
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Lorin Parker
Department Contact Phone Number
603.646.2904
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Lorin Parker, Executive Director, Talent Management
Department Contact's Phone Number
603.646.2904
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/78085
Key Accountabilities
Description
Donor Relations and Stewardship Strategy: Manages the donor relations and stewardship program for all philanthropic giving to Tuck. In coordination with the director of campaign operations, takes an innovative approach to donor relations and stewardship, envisioning and implementing strategies and communications that foster a culture of philanthropy amongst the Tuck community. Evaluates, refines, and innovates donor relations and stewardship program through analysis and development of best practices.
Percentage Of Time
10
Description
Impact Reporting: Collaborates with institutional partners to develop and oversee the preparation and distribution of impact reports for Tuck's highest priority donors.
Percentage Of Time
35
Description
Custom Stewardship: Leads efforts to craft and implement innovative stewardship for leadership gift donors and top annual fund donors. Collaborates with chief advancement officer, leadership gift officers, and the executive director of annual giving on recognition of significant individual gifts or donors.
Percentage Of Time
30
Description
Donor Recognition: Manages print and online donor recognition. Collaborates with gift officers and Tuck Communications on content and design for acknowledgment communications.
Percentage Of Time
15
Description
Database Management: Maintains stewardship tracking systems by entering donor recognition and stewardship contact activities into advancement systems.
Percentage Of Time
5
Description
Professional/Team Development: Gains knowledge of and shares insights into pertinent trends and innovations through market research, participation in peer networks and associations, and attendance at workshops, conferences, seminars, and speaking engagements.
Percentage Of Time
5
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--
Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Information
Posting date
03/13/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1125858
Position Title
Associate Director, Donor Relations and Stewardship
Department this Position Reports to
Tuck Advancement
Hiring Range Minimum
$80,800
Hiring Range Maximum
$101,000
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Schedule
This is a hybrid role with time spent on campus in Hanover and working remotely.
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?
Hybrid
Is this a term position?
No
If yes, length of term in months.
N/A
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
With guidance from advancement leadership, develops, implements, and manages a donor relations and stewardship program to sustain and advance Tuck's philanthropic priorities. This role will primarily focus on donor relations and stewardship activities after gift acceptance.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Lorin Parker
Department Contact Phone Number
603.646.2904
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Lorin Parker, Executive Director, Talent Management
Department Contact's Phone Number
603.646.2904
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/78085
Key Accountabilities
Description
Donor Relations and Stewardship Strategy: Manages the donor relations and stewardship program for all philanthropic giving to Tuck. In coordination with the director of campaign operations, takes an innovative approach to donor relations and stewardship, envisioning and implementing strategies and communications that foster a culture of philanthropy amongst the Tuck community. Evaluates, refines, and innovates donor relations and stewardship program through analysis and development of best practices.
Percentage Of Time
10
Description
Impact Reporting: Collaborates with institutional partners to develop and oversee the preparation and distribution of impact reports for Tuck's highest priority donors.
Percentage Of Time
35
Description
Custom Stewardship: Leads efforts to craft and implement innovative stewardship for leadership gift donors and top annual fund donors. Collaborates with chief advancement officer, leadership gift officers, and the executive director of annual giving on recognition of significant individual gifts or donors.
Percentage Of Time
30
Description
Donor Recognition: Manages print and online donor recognition. Collaborates with gift officers and Tuck Communications on content and design for acknowledgment communications.
Percentage Of Time
15
Description
Database Management: Maintains stewardship tracking systems by entering donor recognition and stewardship contact activities into advancement systems.
Percentage Of Time
5
Description
Professional/Team Development: Gains knowledge of and shares insights into pertinent trends and innovations through market research, participation in peer networks and associations, and attendance at workshops, conferences, seminars, and speaking engagements.
Percentage Of Time
5
--
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--
Performs other duties as assigned.