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Halifax, NS Marketing and Advertising Experienced Contract
Stewardship Officer - Advancement
Date Posted : February 7, 2025
Posting Deadline : February 21, 2025
Department : Advancement
Type of Employment : Contract, Full-Time (end date : January 26, 2026)
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 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
- Vacation
- Personal days
- Flexible Workplace
- Professional development
- Holiday closure
- Summer hour schedule
- Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit
Job Information and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Director of Philanthropy, the Stewardship Officer will :
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 centers, room namings, and donor-sponsored awards.Suggests creative donor recognition options, (e.g. events, naming opportunities, award nominations, gifts) that are appropriate for the type / level of the donor gift, budget, timeline, and specific donor history and preferences.Manages a system to prioritize, prepare, send and track stewardship reports for gifts as well as any special stewardship requests, including researching and producing all content for the reports.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.Meets with donors to discuss revisions of terms for the fund they support as needed. Conducts necessary follow up paper work and documentation to make the revisions.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.Develops and establishes gift agreements, student award terms of reference, naming rights, acknowledgement letters, memorandums of understanding and such other donor related documents as required.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.Application Details
Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application :
ResumeCover LetterThree Professional ReferencesLate applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.
At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black / African Nova Scotians, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons / visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].
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