Associate Director, Recognition and Stewardship
Dartmouth College

Posting date:

09/05/2024

Yes

1125858

Associate Director, Recognition and Stewardship

Tuck Advancement

$65,500

$81,800

Not a Union Position

Not an SEIU Position

Exempt

Regular Full Time

12

40

This is a hybrid role with time spent on campus in Hanover and working remotely.

Hanover, NH
Tuck, 100 Tuck Hall

Hybrid

No

N/A

No

With guidance from advancement leadership, designs, implements, and manages a comprehensive stewardship strategy to sustain and advance Tuck's philanthropic priorities.

Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience

1. Experience and skill managing recognition and stewardship of annual and leadership gifts at a higher education institution or other nonprofit organization with a similar donor community and operating processes.
2. Experience and skill using fundraising management systems and technology (e.g., Ellucian Advance) to optimize work processes and services.
3. Knowledge of higher education philanthropy, alumni engagement, and fundraising principles, practices, and technology gained through a liberal arts education, continuing education and professional development, and/or relevant work experience.
4. Able to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals.
5. Able to anticipate, deliver on, and exceed the expectations of alumni, donors, and colleagues.
6. Able to introduce and drive innovation in ways small and large.
7. Able to collaborate effectively with others to achieve shared goals and objectives.
8. Able to proactively identify and pursue relevant learning and professional development opportunities and apply new knowledge, insights, and skills to enhance results.

Lorin Parker

603.646.2904

Lorin Parker, Executive Director, Talent Management

603.646.2904

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.

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.

Not an essential function

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1. Impact Reporting: Leads efforts to develop impact pieces ranging from annual donor recognition reports to custom impact reports for Tuck's highest priorities. Collaborates with institutional partners as needed and oversees the preparation and distribution of impact reports to donors. Takes an innovative approach to stewardship, envisioning and implementing strategies and communications that foster a culture of philanthropy amongst the Tuck community.

35%

2. Custom Stewardship: In collaboration with the Executive Director of Tuck Annual Giving and leadership giving officers, develops and implements stewardship plans for top donors. Leads effort to craft and support implementation of innovative stewardship.

30%

3. Donor Recognition and Acknowledgments: Manages print and online donor recognition and acknowledgment in coordination with campus partners. Collaborates with gift officers and Tuck Communications to develop/refine content and format of acknowledgment communications. Manages donor recognition on campus in coordination with Tuck Facilities, including named spaces, recognition plaques, and signage. Maintains roster of named campus spaces and artifacts.

15%

4. Stewardship Strategy: In alignment with advancement priorities, develops and sets a comprehensive stewardship strategy for all philanthropic giving to Tuck. Evaluates, refines, and innovates stewardship programs through ongoing analysis and development of best practices.

10%

5. Database Management: Maintains stewardship tracking systems by entering donor recognition and stewardship contact activities into advancement systems.

5%

6. Professional/Team Development: Gains knowledge of and shares insights into pertinent trends and innovations through market research, participation in peer networks and associations, and attending workshops, conferences, seminars, and speaking engagements.

5%

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned.