About the College/Unit/Department:
The Office of Donor Relations and Stewardship turns donors into loyal supporters through an effective stewardship and engagement. ...
College/Unit/Department website: https://dar.uga.edu/donor-relations-and-stewardship/
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: 8:00am–5:00pm; Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.
Advertised Salary: $88,000+ Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Posting Date: 2026-05-07
Open until filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 2026-08-01
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
Classification Title: Donor Relations Manager
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree preferred or bachelor’s degree and 10 years of related higher education experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience related to sales, marketing, development, business administration, higher education, project management, or relationship management. Experience in higher education donor relations preferred. ...
Position Summary: The Director of Stewardship serves as the senior leader for the stewardship function within Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) and acts as the primary strategic partner to the Senior Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship. ...
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:
- Self-starter and highly motivated.
- Personnel management skills.
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Duties/Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management (60%)
- Serve as the senior leader for all stewardship initiatives...
Team Stewardship and Collaboration (15%)
Cumulative Giving Societies Leadership (CGS) (15%)
Support and Administration (10%)
