Quick Summary
University of Minnesota seeks Annual Giving and Stewardship Officer, with a base salary of $69,000/year. This position plays a key role in advancing the mission of the University of Minnesota Libraries by securing annual gifts and delivering a coordinated donor stewardship program.
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The Annual Giving and Stewardship Officer plays a key role in advancing the mission of the University of Minnesota Libraries by securing annual gifts and delivering a coordinated donor stewardship program. This role balances independent project leadership with strong collaboration across the Libraries, the University of Minnesota Foundation, and the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. The Annual Giving and Stewardship Officer plans and implements annual giving fundraising strategies, manages donor outreach, and delivers stewardship activities that communicate gratitude and donor impact. The role is responsible for maintaining and strengthening accurate donor data and documentation in the Donor Management System (DMS) to support portfolio management, prospect research, and data-informed fundraising strategies. This position operates with a high degree of independence while working collaboratively with Libraries Staff, the Events and Stewardship Manager, and University of Minnesota Foundation (UMF) partners.
Responsibilities
- Annual Giving (45%).
- Stewardship and Donor Relations (45%).
- Other (10%).
Required Qualifications
- Bachelorā€™s degree from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in development, annual giving, stewardship, alumni relations, or a related field (such as marketing, communications, or relationship management).
- Demonstrated proficiency in using a Donor Management System (DMS), CRM, or database (e.g., Salesforce, Blackbaud, or the UMF DMS) for tracking donor interactions, managing portfolios, and pulling data reports.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous professional experience working within the University of Minnesota system or the University of Minnesota Foundation (UMF).
- Experience in or professional familiarity with the unique mission of academic libraries, archives, or cultural heritage institutions.
More Information
This is a full-time position. The base salary is $69,000/year.
How to Apply
For more detailed information and to apply, see the University of Minnesota's full online job post.
