Associate Director, Donor Engagement and Administration – Engineering

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Responsible for managing donor engagement strategies and operational initiatives for the School of Engineering’s $300M campaign. Collaborating with top-level donors and key stakeholders.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeNashville • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage comprehensive donor engagement strategies, stewardship programs, and operational initiatives for the School of Engineering’s $300M Power the Impossible Campaign.
Serve as a strategic partner in cultivating and retaining top-level donors while supporting the Engineering Council of Advisors and implementing systems-based approaches to donor communications and engagement.
Develop compelling campaign collateral including case statements, donor proposals, brochures and one-pagers, newsletters, and promotional materials.
Create integrated marketing and communications plan supporting capital campaign objectives, including timelines, channels, and messaging strategies.
Design and implement systems and processes ensuring consistent, regular communication with top donors.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor's degree, or the equivalent, is necessary.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in development, fundraising, donor relations, stewardship, annual giving, or related field
Demonstrated experience in donor communications and relationship management
Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and standard office software
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with donors, faculty, staff, and leadership
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation and data management
Flexibility to attend evening and weekend university events as needed (occasional)
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation may be required for some donor visits.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

donor engagement strategiesstewardship programscampaign collateral developmentmarketing and communications planningrelationship managementproject managementdata management

Soft Skills

organizational skillswritten communicationverbal communicationinterpersonal skillsattention to detailflexibility

Certifications

bachelor's degree