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.

• 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.

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

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.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.