Responsibilities*

Annual Giving  (50%) 

• Provide high-level support in stewardship and recognition efforts for annual fund donors.
• Prepare SL?s efforts related to University-wide ?Giving Blueday? to ensure robust participation and maximum revenue generation.

Stewardship  (40%)

• Responsible for executing a comprehensive stewardship program that creatively and strategically engages prospects and donors, recognizes them for their contributions, and informs them about the use of their gifts to the University.
• Oversee the gift acknowledgment process for all donors to SL, including at the annual giving level 
• Manage weekly acknowledgment letters.
• Write customized OVP letters, tribute gifts, and special circumstances.
• Record all acknowledgment activities in DART.

Internal University Collaboration (10%)

• Manage SL development communication, working in conjunction with staff at OVP-SL.
• Serve as point of contact between SL development and University and Development Events team to coordinate stewardship events.
• Attend Office of University Development meetings and training as appropriate to remain aware and knowledgeable of industry best practices related to annual giving and stewardship.

Required Qualifications*

• High school diploma and prior experience working in an office environment.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, both written and oral, and a high level of sophistication and maturity in social and professional settings.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; strong grammar skills; experience in business writing is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues in a team environment.
• Discretion in interactions with donors and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience working or volunteering in a fundraising organization
• Familiarity with University systems, policies and procedures. 

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.