Associate Director of Stewardship, School of Arts & Sciences

This position requires some on-site presence at least 1 day per week.

Lebanon, NH
41 Centerra

The Associate Director of Stewardship advances philanthropic engagement for the School of Arts & Sciences by ensuring donors are consistently and effectively informed of the use and impact of the initiatives they have supported. This role provides essential stewardship infrastructure to support donor trust, satisfaction, and long-term engagement. The Associate Director of Stewardship designs and delivers timely, accurate, and meaningful donor communications, builds and strengthens stewardship processes, and serves as a key partner to development colleagues, faculty, and staff to enhance the overall A&S donor experience.

* Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience

* Five years of experience in Advancement, stewardship, donor relations, communications, or a related field

* Strong verbal and written communication skills, including editing and proofreading, with the ability to produce polished donor-centered communications

* Strong project management skills

* Strong technical literacy and comfort manipulating data; familiarity with Advance (or other similar databases), data visualization tools, data analysis, and reporting tools

* Exceptional organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills; strong attention to detail

* Demonstrated ability to work with and to gain the respect of senior officers, Development colleagues, faculty and staff

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, growing environment

* Demonstrated initiative and ability to establish goals, and work independently and collaboratively in support of goals and projects

* Commitment to teamwork and customer service excellence

* High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information

* Tolerance for ambiguity and adaptability in a newly established and evolving school context

* Experience in a higher education and/or a complex organization preferred

* Familiarity with donor relations and stewardship reporting best practices

* Experience supporting major and principal gift stewardship

* Familiarity with design programs

* Knowledge of advancement systems and reporting environments used in higher education

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.

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.

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

Please note this position is not visa sponsorship eligible.

* Manages and executes a comprehensive stewardship program for donors who support the School of Arts & Sciences through endowed and current-use giving. Ensures timely, accurate, and donor-centered acknowledgments and reporting on the use and impact of philanthropic support, aligned with donor intent and institutional priorities. Accountable for annual goals related to both the quantity and quality of reports for a range of funds. Works closely with the Office of A&S Finance and Administration to ensure that distributions from endowed funds are spent according to donor intent. Partners with faculty, academic leaders, and program staff to gather compelling impact content (e.g., student stories, faculty research highlights, program outcomes) to enhance donor communications.

* Partners with the Central Advancement Recognition and Stewardship team on collaborative and cross-institutional stewardship initiatives.

* Contributes to campaign-related stewardship efforts and special donor communications as fundraising priorities evolve.

* Serves as a stewardship resource for development colleagues, providing guidance and consultation to support coordinated, high-quality donor engagement across the school.

* Manages other stewardship and recognition projects as needed in support of fundraising priorities and to deepen engagement, improve donor retention, and encourage increased lifetime giving. Supports recognition initiatives, donor listings, and naming opportunities in coordination with institutional policies and brand standards.

* Ensures accurate and consistent recording of stewardship activities in the institution's advancement database by collaborating with Advancement Systems and Services and adhering to data standards and best practices.

* Tracks stewardship deliverables and deadlines; develops tools and processes to manage increasing volume and complexity efficiently.

* Leverages reporting tools, business intelligence systems, and data visualization resources to support stewardship planning, transparency, and decision-making.

* Participates in cross-functional project teams to improve stewardship workflows, reporting technologies, and communication practices.