Work alongside senior GUMC Advancement leadership to build a culture of gratitude
Ensure that donors are informed, engaged and appropriately acknowledged and recognized for significant gifts
Develop communication materials for GUMC donors, key internal and external stakeholders, and volunteer leaders
Manage all stewardship initiatives for the Medical Center’s most significant donors and partners
Work closely with internal and external partners and stakeholders to strategize, design and implement meaningful acknowledgments, stewardship, and engagement activities
Support the planning and execution of visits and tailored communications with key leadership
Serve as the GUMC liaison to secure data and content from academic units for preparing financial and impact reports for donors
Lead and develop a thoughtful communications strategy that informs donors of the University’s philanthropic priorities
Oversee the GUMC’s strategic advancement communications, including the gift acknowledgment process and the creation of tailored acknowledgment communications

Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of education and work experience
A minimum of 5-7 years of overall professional experience, with a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience, all preferably in a higher education or non-profit environment
Must have superior organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and proven experience working independently
Outstanding oral and written communication skills, including writing, editing, and proofreading
Diplomatic skills are essential
Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously, and consistently meet all deadlines
Ability to effectively manage projects that are both data-driven and relationship-driven
Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Google Workspace
Experience working with philanthropic donors, specifically within the academic medical center space is preferred
Familiarity with fundraising databases or the SalesForce platform is preferred
Knowledge of Georgetown University is preferred

Director of Stewardship and Strategic Communications

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