Executive Director Stewardship & Donor Relations
Temple UniversityPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted December 10, 2025
100000 - 110000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Temple University is a leading public research institution in Philadelphia, offering a comprehensive range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across disciplines such as health sciences, engineering, business, and law. With a commitment to interdisciplinary research and innovation, Temple’s faculty and students collaborate on projects that address pressing societal challenges, from public health to urban development. The university’s distinctive strength lies in its deep integration with the local community, providing diverse experiential learning opportunities and a robust network of industry partnerships. Temple’s inclusive culture and emphasis on experiential education make it an attractive environment for professionals seeking to combine academic rigor with real-world impact.
Job Description
Temple University's Institutional Advancement Department is searching for an Executive Director Stewardship & Donor Relations. The role involves driving a comprehensive program to ensure a consistent and positive post-solicitation experience between the university and the donor, and developing a strategic vision for the stewardship of major and principal gift donors.
Requirements
- 7+ years of directly related experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Strong leadership skills
- Collaborative and supportive management style
- Ability to function pro-actively and autonomously
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement in decision making
- Donor-centric and customer service-oriented approach
- Ability to leverage both data and creativity in building programs
- Ability to maintain a balance between building solutions for current problems and a foundation for the future
Benefits
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Tuition remission
- A generous retirement plan