Associate Director of Events & Donor Relations

Are you an experienced advancement professional who excels at leading programs and delivering high-quality events and stewardship initiatives? Do you enjoy managing complex processes and driving results that strengthen donor engagement? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise to our team as the Associate Director of Events & Donor Relations.

In this highly visible role, you'll serve as a trusted partner and subject-matter expert, overseeing donor relations operations, stewardship programs, and advancement events that support the mission and growth of the College of Sciences. Reporting to and working in close partnership with the Director of Engagement and Advancement Operations, you will lead the execution and continuous improvement of key initiatives, ensuring alignment with established priorities and advancement goals.

Donor Relations & Stewardship

Lead donor stewardship operations, including scholarship administration, tracking, and impact reporting
Develop and refine workflows, timelines, and processes
Ensure accuracy and compliance of donor and scholarship records
Produce annual stewardship reports for donors
Partner with philanthropy staff on donor-specific stewardship plans

Event Coordination & Management

Plan and execute advancement events from concept through completion
Manage logistics including venue, catering, volunteers, and run-of-show
Identify and implement process improvements
Maintain event data and reporting in Blackthorn
Ensure compliance with university policies and risk management standards

Collaboration & Support

Serve as a resource for faculty, staff, and campus partners
Provide guidance on stewardship and event practices
Participate in cross-campus initiatives and partnerships
Gather and apply stakeholder feedback to improve programs

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Associate Director of Events & Donor Relations

North Carolina State University

Raleigh, NC 27695, USA