Director Of Donor Relations

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Daytona Beach, FL, US
Not specified; benefits: comprehensive medical, de...
Not specified
Bachelor's degree required
Five years professional advancement experience
Three years donor relations experience
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a Director of Donor Relations to enhance donor engagement and acknowledgment as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and at least five years of experience in donor relations, with a focus on stewardship and impact reporting

Job Summary

  • This role involves managing the university's donor acknowledgement program to ensure thoughtful and strategic communication with over 4,500 donors annually.
  • The successful candidate will boost donor retention by creating impact reports and leveraging storytelling to demonstrate how gifts support students and faculty.
  • Embry-Riddle offers comprehensive benefits including 100% tuition coverage for employees and a 6% retirement contribution with no vesting period.

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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a Director of Donor Relations to enhance donor engagement and acknowledgment as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and at least five years of experience in donor relations, with a focus on stewardship and impact reporting.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, wellness programs; Retirement: 6% company contribution plus 4% match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Five years professional advancement experience
  • Three years donor relations experience
  • Exceptional storytelling and messaging skills
  • Knowledge of gift agreements and endowment reporting

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education sector
  • Event and project management experience
  • Salesforce CRM proficiency
  • Design software knowledge
  • Survey tool experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Five years professional advancement experience
  • Minimum three years donor relations experience
  • Proficiency with fundraising software

Work Rights

Not specified

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