Description

Roger Williams University is seeking a strategic, creative, and forward-thinking self-starter to serve as Stewardship Officer for our Principal & Transformational Giving team. This role is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building meaningful connections with donors and partners while developing innovative ways to express gratitude, share impact, and enhance the philanthropic journey of Roger Williams most generous supporters. 

In this role, you will be a strategic partner across the organization, collaborating with fundraisers, advancement partners, campus leadership, and university partners to ensure seamless and exceptional donor experiences. You'll manage stewardship activities in a variety of ways, from unique "surprise and delight" moments to impact reporting to. You'll contribute to the long-term vision of donor engagement at the highest levels. Creativity, collaboration, and strong project management skills are essential, as you'll be responsible for anticipating needs, delivering polished, meaningful stewardship experiences, and aligning senior stakeholders. 

If you are proactive, organized, and always thinking several steps ahead, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact, strengthening donor relationships, driving the success of transformational giving, and helping shape the future of philanthropy at Roger Williams University. Apply today! We can't wait to hear from you. 

Knowledge and Skills:

Consistent, strong initiative to drive the stewardship strategy as a part of the Principal and Transformational Giving team. 

Ability to manage a portfolio of donors and support projects with competing priorities and varying requirements. 

Confidence in presenting expert recommendations that align with industry best practices for stewardship. 

Experience crafting donor experiences and meeting expectations of individuals of high net worth. 

Ability to work collegially in a complex organizational setting to identify and support mutual goals. 

Comfort facilitating meetings, presenting to senior stakeholders. 

Expert ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear, concise, and error-free manner. 

Confidence and timely response to donor inquiries, including by phone, email, and in person. 

Ability to manage sensitive information discreetly and maintain confidentiality. 

Solid ability to organize and manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously. 

Ability to work independently and collaboratively and adapt to changing priorities. 

Expert ability to research, fact-check, and proofread. 

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Minimum 1-3 years' professional experience in fundraising, public relations, or senior customer service position, preferably in higher education or other large, complex institutions.

Project management experience preferred.

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and com-mitted to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu.

A cover letter expressing your interest is highly recommended for consideration. The annual compensation range for this role is $57,000- $62,000, commensurate with experience and education.

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