Donor Relations and Stewardship Manager

Posting Date:

05/14/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Number:

1125858

Position Title:

Donor Relations and Stewardship Manager

Hiring Range Minimum:

$62,000

Hiring Range Maximum:

$74,200

Union Type:

Not a Union Position

SEIU Level:

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Employment Category:

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months Per Year:

12

Scheduled Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule:

This position is located on campus in Hanover, NH and is primarily an on-site position with an option to work a hybrid schedule 1-2 days per week

Location of Position:

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?:

Hybrid

Is this a term position?:

No

If Yes, Length Of Term In Months.:

N/A

Is this a grant funded position?:

No

Position Purpose:

The Donor Relations and Stewardship Manager plays a key role in advancing Tuck’s stewardship strategy by developing and delivering thoughtful, high-quality donor relations and stewardship materials. This position supports impact reporting, donor communications initiatives, and data management. Working in close collaboration with Advancement colleagues and partners across Tuck, the Donor Relations and Stewardship Manager contributes to meaningful donor engagement and a strong culture of philanthropy.

Required Qualifications - Education And Yrs Exp:

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities:

• 3 years of experience in donor relations, stewardship, advancement, communications, or a related field
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to produce polished, donor-centered communications
• Experience working with donor databases and CRM systems (e.g., Advance), Microsoft Office applications, and familiarity with Adobe InDesign or similar design tools
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across Advancement and the broader Tuck community
  
  

Department Contact For Recruitment Inquiries:

Lorin Parker

Department Contact Phone Number:

603.646.2904

Department Contact For Cover Letter And Title:

Lorin Parker, Executive Director, Talent Management

Department Contact's Phone Number:

603.646.2904

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. 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 are welcome from all.

Background Check:

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.

Is Driving a Vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth Vehicle Or Off Road Vehicle, Rental Car, Personal Car) An Essential Function Of This Job?:

Not an essential function

Special Instructions To Applicants:

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy



Quick Link:

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85673

Description:

• Donor Relations and Stewardship Materials and Communications: Writes, edits, and produces high-quality donor relations and stewardship materials, including impact reports, gift acknowledgment letters, briefing materials, and other donor-facing content. Creates and formats materials using tools such as Microsoft Word, Adobe InDesign, and other applications, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to institutional standards. Oversees the production, printing, packaging, mailing, and system upload of donor relations materials, ensuring timely and professional delivery.
  
  

Percentage Of Time:

45%

Description:

• Data Management and Integrity: Manages donor and stewardship-related data, including entering and maintaining stewardship plans and stewardee records, pulling and reviewing annual stewardee lists, and ensuring data integrity. Assists with preparing data and tracking the updating of gift clubs, honor rolls, donor walls, and similar projects. Creates and monitors surveys using tools such as Qualtrics to collect information and feedback in support of stewardship and reporting efforts. In partnership with colleagues, tracks and records named spaces.
  
  

Percentage Of Time:

40%

Description:

• Research and Team Support: Conducts research and responds to donor relations questions. Supports data and research requests as needed to inform stewardship strategy and execution. Monitors and manages the donor relations email inbox, responding to inquiries with professionalism and discretion.
  
  

Percentage Of Time:

15%

• : Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
• : Performs other duties as assigned.