Associate Director, Principal Gift Stewardship

Temple University•Philadelphia, PA

8d•$60,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Temple University's Institutional Advancement Department is seeking an Associate Director, Principal Gift Stewardship. Reporting to the Executive Director, Stewardship and Donor Relations, this position supports the university's fundraising and engagement goals, with a primary focus on principal gift stewardship. The Associate Director provides project management and subject matter expertise to develop and execute high-quality stewardship and donor relations initiatives that strengthen donor confidence, enhance the donor experience, and support long-term donor satisfaction and retention. Within Temple's hybrid centralized/decentralized advancement organization, the Associate Director works closely with the Executive Director and collaborates with school and college partners, Principal Gift Operations, prospect managers, and program leaders across the university. The position serves as a strategic partner in developing personalized donor communications, impact reports, recognition opportunities, and other stewardship experiences that demonstrate the impact of philanthropy and fulfillment of donor intent. The Associate Director provides responsive, thoughtful service to donors and advancement colleagues. Stewardship materials should reflect institutional priorities, donor interests, and Temple's brand and communication standards, while helping advance a strong culture of philanthropy across the university. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires Cash Handling and Personally Identifiable Information background checks. It has a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), whose duration is at the discretion of Temple University and the department. Occasional nights and weekends are required for events.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
At least four years of experience in donor relations/stewardship, advancement, fundraising, grant management, advancement communications, or marketing; higher education experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Exceptional stewardship-related writing, production, and project management skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Demonstrated proficiency in Banner or an equivalent development database, and advanced competencies in data management tools; willingness to undergo training in internal systems.
Proficiency in researching, interpreting, and analyzing financial data to inform reporting on named funds and other engagement activities.
Solid interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to collaborate in a complex environment with students, staff, faculty, families, and alumni.
Problem-solving skills and judgment in situations requiring independent initiative and tact.
Ability to manage, organize, plan, and follow through on simultaneous projects independently and/or under general guidance or supervision.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with frequent high-level assignments and daily deliverables.
Attention to detail and excellent written, data collection, and oral communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information discreetly and professionally.
Willingness to work occasional nights and weekends for events.
Ability to complete Cash Handling and Personally Identifiable Information background checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with leadership and principal gift donor audiences.
Graphic design and content layout and placement experience.
Demonstrated understanding of donor relations and stewardship principles, and working knowledge of related fundraising and advancement services functions.
Experience in a higher education setting.

Responsibilities

Support Institutional Advancement's fundraising and engagement goals, primarily through principal gift stewardship.
Provide project management and subject matter expertise to develop and execute stewardship and donor relations initiatives.
Develop personalized donor communications, impact reports, recognition opportunities, and other stewardship experiences in collaboration with university partners.
Demonstrate the impact of philanthropy and fulfillment of donor intent through stewardship materials and experiences.
Provide responsive and thoughtful service to donors and advancement colleagues.
Ensure stewardship materials reflect institutional priorities, donor interests, and Temple's brand and communication standards.
Help advance a strong culture of philanthropy across the university.
Perform other duties as assigned.