Location: Seattle,WA, USA
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For over 160 years, the University of Washington has been a hub for learning, innovation, problem solving and community building. Supporting this legacy and important public mission-with the goal of making the UW the world's greatest public university, as measured by positive impact-guides everything we do in University Advancement . Bringing together development; alumni and stakeholder engagement; marketing and communications; and advancement operations, we advance the UW's impact by developing meaningful connections that foster pride, advocacy and philanthropic support.
This starts with creating a culture of belonging within our organization that values the diverse experiences and expertise of our team members, allowing everyone to thrive and to contribute their unique talents as we strive to achieve our shared goals.
The Philanthropic Recognition Programs team has an exciting opening for an Assistant Director of Stewardship Programs. This is a full-time, permanent position.
The Philanthropic Recognition Programs team fosters greater giving by helping deepen the relationships between the University of Washington and its community of supporters by leading University Advancement's efforts in demonstrating appreciation for our donors and recognizing their impact.
The Assistant Director of Stewardship Programs increases philanthropic support for the University of Washington by managing critical stewardship operations and initiatives. This role supports the creation and implementation of customized stewardship plans and drives enhanced stewardship programming across broad donor constituencies and types of giving. The Assistant Director collaborates with both central Advancement partners and schools and colleges across the University.
What You Will Do:
Stewardship Operations (40%)
* Provide operational support, project management and coordination on key stewardship operations, such as customizing gift receipts, sending pledge acknowledgements and reminders, and stewarding tribute gifts.
* Develop tracking systems and support periodic audits to ensure all stewardship activities are carried out in a timely manner and appropriately documented.
* Partner with the University Advancement teams and stakeholders to establish guidelines and tools, such as templates, guides, best practices and web resources for gift announcements.
* Continuously seek opportunities to systematize stewardship practices across the UW and facilitate internal communications to ensure stewardship programs are understood by Advancement staff.
* Act as a stewardship subject matter expert to advise colleagues on projects, communications and programs.
* Proactively identify opportunities to improve the donor experience at the UW.
Strategic Stewardship Planning (35%)
* Work closely with Principal Giving fundraisers to create personalized, actionable stewardship plans for key prospects.
* Use the CRM and other project management tools to create sustainable systems for implementing stewardship plans for major donors.
* Maintain a record of past stewardship projects and initiatives to share across Advancement as best practices.
Institutional Impact Reporting (20%)
* Partner with University Marketing and Communications to create broad-based University-wide impact reporting for all donors.
* Facilitate annual impact reporting of the University's endowed professorships, chairs and deanships.
Other duties as assigned (5%)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree AND a minimum of 3 years of experience in nonprofit donor relations or related field.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
What You Bring:
* Ability to make decisions in ambiguous situations and exercise good judgment based on information and analysis in a fast-paced, dynamic, deadline-driven environment, and in an organized and professional manner.
* Ability to problem solve, take initiative, set priorities and handle multiple projects efficiently and effectively.
* Demonstrated ability to develop, manage and achieve comprehensive team goals; ability to accurately forecast and develop both short- and long-term goals.
* Knowledge of fundraising or nonprofit databases.
* Knowledge of alumni relations, development, advancement and/or higher education principles.
* Ability to lift 20 pounds regularly and up to 40 pounds occasionally for event setup and tear down.
What You Can Expect:
* An open-minded and inclusive team that values diversity.
* Hybrid work schedule available.
* Cubicle/open workspace environment that may result in higher noise levels and visual distractions.
* This position requires a flexible schedule as the workload and times may vary, including evenings or weekends.
Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select Apply to this position . Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you log into your My Jobs page. If you choose to take it later, it will appear on your My Jobs page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
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