Donor Stewardship Specialist

Troy University
Troy University

Posted on Jul 17, 2026
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Posting Details

Position Information
Posting Number SF2558P
Position Title Donor Stewardship Specialist
Position Type Professional/Salaried
Department Advancement Services
Division Chancellor's Office
Campus Troy
Work Status Full-Time (FT)
Temporary No
Location Troy - T01
Job Summary
The Donor Stewardship Specialist will serve as a member of the Office of Development team and will play a key role in donor stewardship and fund management. The Donor Stewardship Specialist will work closely with the Development team and University colleagues to organize and review data to facilitate decision-making in support of engagement and stewardship strategies. This individual will identify and implement best practices to ensure that agreements and reporting are kept in University standards and meet donor expectations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide Annual Statements to donors
  • Deliver Monthly Fund Reports to appropriate colleges/departments
  • Work on gift agreements/scholarship agreements
  • Implement new donor recognition letters at all levels
  • Ensure all contributions are receipted in a timely manner
  • Produce and mail all monthly pledge reminders and recurring credit card donor reminders
  • Collaborate with Donor Relations on endowment reports, impact reports, donor/campus stories, etc. Gather all necessary data requested for those by connecting with Foundation Accounting, appropriate Colleges/Departments, Raiser’s Edge system, etc.
  • Quarterly review of all Foundation fund administration. Work with Development Officers and other Fund Administrators on fund purpose and utilization.
  • Assist in the process of awarding Foundation Scholarships each academic year. Work with all awarding parties and Academic Works manager in notification of awarding amount memos as well as what scholarship have not been awarded and need awarding throughout the academic year.
Minimum Qualifications
  1. Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  2. Minimum of two years of related work experience
  3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  4. Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize
  5. Ability to interact with a wide variety of constituents
  6. Excellent computer skills
Preferred Qualifications
1. Two to five years of experience in fundraising, donor stewardship or customer services fields
Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? No
Work Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-5pm
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
NA
Does this position have supervisory responsibility? No
Posting Date 07/16/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
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Quick Link https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com/postings/47860

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  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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  3. * Regarding your current employment status, please select one of the following:
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    • Current full-time Troy employee - initial appraisal period complete
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  4. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a related field?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have a minimum of two years of related work experience?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

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  3. List of References
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