Director of Stewardship & Communications
Company:
Assumption University
Job Location:
Category:
Development and Fundraising
Type:
Full-Time
Job Details
Description
In support of the mission of the University, the Director of Stewardship and Communications is responsible for leading and implementing stewardship initiatives, including programs, events and communications that engage and recognize donors to the University. The focus of the role is expanding the current stewardship program especially with leadership level donors. An important facet of this role is the management of key events including the President's Council Dinner and the Scholarship Brunch. Individualized stewardship for leading donors will be coordinated with Advancement staff, with the Director taking responsibility for execution of plans.
The successful candidate will oversee Advancement's communication efforts and guide both internal and external outreach from the office. This position will oversee the Manager of Digital Communcations and work closely with other areas, specifically Annual Giving and Alumni & Donor Engagement, in coordination all communications efforts. She/he will have a positive, can-do attitude and possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. She/he needs to be able to juggle a wide variety of tasks and projects simultaneously, make decisions independently, as appropriate, and always position Advancement and Assumption in the best way possible. She/he should have a deep understanding of philanthropy and the impact that it can make on higher education and enjoy working with a wide variety of personalities and work styles.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
This position requires:
ABOUT ASSUMPTION UNIVERSITY:
Assumption University, a Catholic institution sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption and rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, strives to form graduates known for critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship and compassionate service. We pursue these ambitious goals through a curriculum grounded in the liberal arts and extending to the domain of professional studies. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason, we aim, by the pursuit of the truth, to transform the minds and hearts of students. The university is dedicated to being an inclusive institution and continues to become more diverse. Assumption welcomes all who shares its goals. Assumption University is part of Higher Education Consortium of Central Massachusetts
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Description
In support of the mission of the University, the Director of Stewardship and Communications is responsible for leading and implementing stewardship initiatives, including programs, events and communications that engage and recognize donors to the University. The focus of the role is expanding the current stewardship program especially with leadership level donors. An important facet of this role is the management of key events including the President's Council Dinner and the Scholarship Brunch. Individualized stewardship for leading donors will be coordinated with Advancement staff, with the Director taking responsibility for execution of plans.
The successful candidate will oversee Advancement's communication efforts and guide both internal and external outreach from the office. This position will oversee the Manager of Digital Communcations and work closely with other areas, specifically Annual Giving and Alumni & Donor Engagement, in coordination all communications efforts. She/he will have a positive, can-do attitude and possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. She/he needs to be able to juggle a wide variety of tasks and projects simultaneously, make decisions independently, as appropriate, and always position Advancement and Assumption in the best way possible. She/he should have a deep understanding of philanthropy and the impact that it can make on higher education and enjoy working with a wide variety of personalities and work styles.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Provide leadership, planning, direction and management of all stewardship initiatives, including coordination with the Vice President for University Advancement and the President's Office.
- Utilize and engage campus partners (President's Cabinet, Deans, Department Chairs, faculty, coaches, etc.) in the stewardship process as needed.
- Supervise the Manager of Digital Marketing and serve as Advancement's liaison with the University's Integrated Marketing team.
- Create donor stewardship communications as required. This includes individualized recognition through signage and plaques, acknowledgments and impact reports to demonstrate the outcomes of philanthropy at Assumption. and marketing events/programs.
- Manage signature stewardship events. This includes working with campus partners (ex., President's Office, dining services, building & grounds), disseminating event information with the SAVP, VP and President's office, tracking metrics to reveal a pattern of attendance, ROI, etc. for all events, and providing follow-up to attendees as appropriate.
- Coordinate stewardship of University's scholarship program with a focus on connecting award recipients with their scholarship donors to deepen the connection with Assumption for both the student and the donor.
- Must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University as well as show an understanding of and a respect for the Catholic and Assumptionist identity of Assumption University.
- Five to seven years' experience in donor relations and/or stewardship and communications, preferably in higher education.
- Bachelor's degree required
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constitencies. This includes being a good listener and thoughtful questioner.
- Ability to direct and manage volunteers, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments
- Conduct research, gather data, analyze information, and prepare reports and other materials
- Exercise good judgement, to demonstrate and understanding of ethics related to development activities, and to use discretion in interactions with donors, prospects, volunteers, and others
- Maintain confidentiality
- Adjust priorities as necessary, independently as well as in conference with supervisor
- Foster effective working relationships within a team environment, leading by example
- Apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Interacts with the President's Office, University Deans, administrators, faculty, staff, students, alumni, parents, donors, and friends of the University.
This position requires:
- Sitting, standing, walking, and bending.
- Use of a computer keyboard and computer screen for extended periods.
- Close vision and the ability to adjust visual focus.
- Manual dexterity.
ABOUT ASSUMPTION UNIVERSITY:
Assumption University, a Catholic institution sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption and rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, strives to form graduates known for critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship and compassionate service. We pursue these ambitious goals through a curriculum grounded in the liberal arts and extending to the domain of professional studies. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason, we aim, by the pursuit of the truth, to transform the minds and hearts of students. The university is dedicated to being an inclusive institution and continues to become more diverse. Assumption welcomes all who shares its goals. Assumption University is part of Higher Education Consortium of Central Massachusetts
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
