Assistant Director, Donor Relations

New York University Tisch School of the Arts

. Create meaningful connections between Stern and its donors through thoughtful communications, engaging experiences, and personalized stewardship .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $77,000 - $86,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in professional writing and communications, with a strong ability to engage stakeholders through personalized stewardship and impactful donor interactions. Proven experience in coordinating events and managing donor relationships effectively.

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Professional WritingDonor StewardshipStakeholder EngagementEvent CoordinationBachelor's Degree

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Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationInterpersonal Skills

Industry Keywords

Donor CommunicationsImpact ReportsGift AgreementsThank-You NotesStudent-Donor Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create meaningful connections between Stern and its donors through thoughtful communications, engaging experiences, and personalized stewardship
Draft high-level donor communications, including compelling impact reports and legally binding gift agreements
Collaborate with colleagues across Stern and NYU to bring donor stories and experiences to life
Arrange student-donor meetings
Coordinate written thank-you notes and video messages
Prepare students for speaking opportunities
Help plan and execute donor stewardship events

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree
2+ years of relevant experience
Professional writing and communications experience
Demonstrated success working with multiple stakeholders
Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement with 60% to 80% onsite presence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer committed to equal treatment and opportunity in recruitment and hiring
Carbon-neutrality and green campus initiatives