Stewardship and Impact Manager

Executive Service Corps

Manage donor stewardship programs at North Park University enhancing alumni and donor experiences. Develop strategies for engagement, recognition, and impact reporting to foster lasting relationships.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $53,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Working closely with the Senior Director of Engagement and the Events and Communications Manager, the Stewardship and Impact Manager will design and lead a comprehensive donor stewardship program.
Overseeing the endowed scholarships lifecycle as well as University giving societies.
Implement a comprehensive stewardship plan that prioritizes customized and transparent donor recognition and giving societies.
Direct the stewardship of scholarship donors by coordinating with student recipients, Admissions, the Business Office, and Financial Aid.
Strengthen and manage Giving Society engagement by defining clear criteria, recognition benefits, and communication pathways.
Develop annual donor impact reports highlighting student outcomes and fund utilization.
Execute personalized acknowledgment strategies, utilizing video software and other digital tools to express timely thanks to alumni and donors.
Assist in the cultivation and stewardship of prospects for campus-partner crowdfunding initiatives.
Support the donor engagement aspect of signature peer-to-peer campaigns.
Develop targeted strategies to recognize and appreciate alumni and donor groups who have been historically underrepresented or less recognized.
Manage the stewardship budget in collaboration with the Advancement Operations Manager ensuring strategic resource allocation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required.
1 – 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, donor relations, or program management.
High computer literacy in **Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT** and Microsoft 365. Some experience with Canva helpful but not required.
Proven ability to develop and execute complex strategies.
Strong interpersonal and project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Experience managing budgets and vendor relationships.
A deep personal commitment to North Park’s mission of Christian higher education and its identity as an intercultural, urban institution.
A self-motivated work style with the ability to navigate ambiguity and prioritize effectively

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Prescription Coverage
Flexible Spending Account
Commuter Benefit
Retirement Plan (403b)
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal Days, Sick & Public Holidays)
Parental Leave
Training & Development
Tuition Remission
Helwig Recreation Center

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Hard Skills & Tools

fundraisingdonor relationsprogram managementbudget managementstrategy developmentproject management

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsself-motivatedability to navigate ambiguityprioritizationdeadline management

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree