Donor Relations Manager

George Fox University's Advancement team is seeking an organized, pastoral, enthusiastic Donor Relations Manager to build relationships, enhance the donor experience, and communicate with our donor community. Do you love working with people and acknowledging them as an important part of the community? Is creative communication one of your strengths? Then this is the role for you!

About the Job:

As a key member of the Advancement team, the Donor Relations Manager will develop and oversee gift stewardship and reporting programs that enhance the donor experience and improve retention and upgrade goals for constituents. Reporting to the Director of Constituent Engagement, the Donor Relations Manager administers and executes a comprehensive stewardship program to enhance and build relationships with the community, university donors, volunteers, supporters, and others with an interest in the mission of George Fox University. The individual in this position will oversee stewardship communications and collaborate within the Advancement team to reach stewardship goals.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Donor Stewardship: In collaboration with Advancement Team, develop and execute donor stewardship strategies for donors with diverse interests and goals across a variety of giving levels (60%).
  
• Events Coordination: Work with Advancement team and President's Office staff to hold key donor stewardship and cultivation events (30%).
  
• Data Management: Work with the Advancement Operations team to ensure that donor segmentation and lists are up to date (10%).
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrating awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity of culture, background, race, sex, political views, expressions of faith, etc. and works well with a variety of people.
• Other duties as assigned.
• *See the full job description attached for more information!
  

A day in the life of this position:

The Donor Relations Manager plays a vital role in the Advancement office, working collaboratively with the engagement team to ensure that all donors are seen, acknowledged, and feel a part of the mission and vision of George Fox. They communicate clearly and professionally through oral and written communications created for a wide audience, enjoy creating opportunities and events for people to connect more intentionally to the university, and are detail-oriented, not wanting one person to be overlooked. Day to day responsibilities range from tracking donations, to creating engaging systems to thank donors, and imagining and executing events that inspire the community.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• Two or more years of college and/or an Associate's Degree
• Proven and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral) and the ability to connect with a wide spectrum of people.
• Well-developed organizational, planning, prioritizing, administrative and presentation skills. Must be self-motivated and driven to the achievement of results.
• Demonstrated professionalism, tact, confidentiality and initiative. Must be upbeat and a team player.
• An appreciation for an inclusive environment that values diversity, engages in global concerns, and connects culturally.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference will be given to those who have the following attributes:

• Two (2) years related work experience and/or a Bachelor's degree
• Experience with events and donor correspondence.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Proficient with donor databases. PeopleSoft knowledge, a plus.
• A commitment to the highest standards of customer service and professionalism.
• The ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions in support of the goals of George Fox University.

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
  
  

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.
  

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume

Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

**This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
**Have questions or need assistance with our application process? Contact Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.edu