Senior Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship

2 weeks ago


Ellenville, New York, United States Rochester Institute of Technology Full time
Job Title:

Senior Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship

Job Summary:

The Senior Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive and strategic program of donor relations and stewardship at Rochester Institute of Technology. This individual will work collaboratively with the advancement staff and university administration to build long-term donor relationships and ensure that all donors are thanked properly in a timely and meaningful way.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive donor relations and stewardship program that targets donors at all levels of giving to the university.
  • Work closely with university fundraisers, senior academic administrators, faculty, and staff to build long-term donor relationships and ensure that all donors are thanked properly in a timely and meaningful way.
  • Oversee the creation of all stewardship-related reporting that educates, engages, inspires, and thanks donors for their generosity to the university.
  • Partner with the Constituent Relations staff, university fundraisers, and senior academic/unit administrators to plan, coordinate, and execute donor recognition events.
  • Coordinate university donor recognition signage and engage campus partners as needed.
  • Evaluate potential naming opportunities for new construction and major renovation as well as virtual spaces without dedicated physical space.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain standards and policies for capital and special project naming and recognition opportunities.
  • Collaborate with Marketing and Communications in developing a comprehensive and strategic marketing/communications plan for donor stewardship.
  • Work on collaborative, cross-campus committees for special university projects and events.
  • Develop, implement, and manage all work for the university's giving societies.
  • Serve as the division's liaison to the university's Facilities Management Services for collaboration on capital projects.
  • Coordinate assessment activity for capital and special project campaigns to ensure feasibility.
Requirements:
  • Minimum 5 years of constituent relationship, development, or volunteer management experience.
  • Demonstrated experience leading project-based teams or staff members.
  • Intermediate to Advance level in Microsoft Office with technical aptitude to learn role-specific software.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to design, implement, and evaluate programs and processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ability to work flexible hours including some nights and weekends.
About Rochester Institute of Technology:

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts, and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.

What We Offer:

RIT provides a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs, including affordable medical/dental/vision benefits, paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match, and tuition assistance for you and your family.

Work Location:

Hybrid - Remote/On-campus



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