Stewardship Officer - Halifax, Canada - Saint Mary's University

Saint Mary's University

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Halifax, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Date Posted:
November 28, 2023

Posting Deadline:
December 12, 2023

Department:
Advancement

Type of Employment:
Contract, Full-time

Group Affiliation:
APC Group, Group 4 ($52,531 - $67,696 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment.

We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to temporarily fill the position of Stewardship Officer to join our Advancement team.

What we offer
As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits

Some of these include:

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Defined Contribution Pension plan
Vacation
Personal days
Flexible Workplace
Professional development
Holiday closure
Summer hour schedule
Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Please note anticipated start date will be January 2024.
Under the direction of the Director of Philanthropy, the Stewardship Officer:

Oversees the development, management, and implementation of a revitalized, innovative, and first class donor stewardship and recognition program to complement the objectives of the overall fundraising goals of the University including annual, major, and principal donors.
Creates and manages individualized stewardship plans for the university's top donors.
Responsible for the development and implementation of donor recognition plans, which may include special acknowledgements, press releases, plaques, recognition gifts, event announcements, and /or signage involving academic chairs, faculty, professorships, fellowships, named centres, room naming's, and donorsponsored awards.
As appropriate, meets individually with donors to review the impact of their giving; presents reports (donor reports, financial reports, etc.), introduces them to the recipients of their fund, provides a tour of the University, etc.
Creates and arranges delivery of custom stewardship reports and other communications (e.g. endowment reports, thank you notes from scholarship recipients, relationship documents, chair reports) that demonstrate the impact of the donor's gift.
Writes personal acknowledgements and stewardship letters for signature by the President, Vice President Advancement, Deans, Directors, Board Members and other key volunteers.
Develops and sustains excellent working relationships at all levels of the faculty and university to generate interest and participation in stewardship initiatives
Develops, implements and updates stewardship and donor recognition policies and procedures.
Ensures gifts are being spent in a timely and appropriate manner.
Budgets for, incurs, and reports on all stewardshiprelated expenses.

Experience and Education Requirements
To be the successful Stewardship Officer you will have:

Bachelor's degree and/or completion of a community college level program in Fundraising, Public Relations or related field.
Minimum two years directly related experience in fund development, communications, or public relations. Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) an asset.
A track record of success in stewarding major gifts is highly desirable.
Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects from conception to completion within tightly prescribed timelines.
Above average interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate effectively and passionately.
Strong experience in writing correspondence or copy.
Experience with donor databases and prospect tracking systems.
Knowledge of a university environment would be an asset.
Experienced in the use of MS Office

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