La Roche University is seeking a Manager of Stewardship and Donor Experience to be responsible for ensuring that every La Roche University donor feels appreciated, informed, and connected to the mission they support. Reporting to the Senior Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations, this position oversees all aspects of donor acknowledgment, recognition, impact reporting, and event stewardship. The manager ensures consistent, high-quality communication and engagement with donors across all giving levels.
La Roche embraces its Catholic identity while welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds, fosters global citizenship and creates a community of scholars from around the world. The University empowers all members of the community to become lifelong learners, achieve success in their chosen careers, and promote justice and peace in a constantly changing global society.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage a comprehensive stewardship plan to thank, recognize, and retain donors.
- Coordinate timely and accurate gift acknowledgment letters, impact reports, and donor recognition lists.
- Partner with Advancement Services to maintain accurate donor records and recognition preferences.
- Oversee the production of annual endowment and scholarship reports.
- Collaborate with Marketing & Media to design donor impact stories, videos, and visual communications.
- Support stewardship events, including scholarship luncheons, donor recognition receptions, and major gift dedications.
- Create systems and checklists to track stewardship actions and measure donor satisfaction.
- Serve as a campus resource on donor recognition protocols and naming opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 3–5 years of experience in advancement, stewardship, or communications.
- Strong organizational and writing skills with attention to detail.
- Familiarity with CRM platforms (Raiser’s Edge NXT preferred).
- Ability to collaborate across departments and work in a mission-driven environment.
In order for applications to be fully processed, a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references must accompany a completed application. Candidates subject to background clearances. Review of applicants will begin immediately; position open until filled.
Qualified applicants can complete an online application by clicking on the following link:
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Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States. LRU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.
It is the policy of La Roche University to promote equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color creed, age, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability or medical condition, or any other legally protected status.