Description

Are you seeking a new challenge where your superpowers in strategy and communications will shine?  Dartmouth Advancement is searching for a development writer to join our Donor Engagement team in a role where you will be at the heart of cultivation and solicitation of prospects in work that contributes to Dartmouth’s fundraising success. This is a special opportunity to help us further our communication and engagement strategies, and you will research gift opportunities, prepare gift proposals and gift agreements, develop prospect briefings, and be a key partner in the development and implementation of communication and engagement strategies that complement the stewardship of donor gifts. Your official title will be Donor Relations Officer, which represents the important work you will be sharing with gift officers as the team achieves success in fundraising to support Dartmouth’s mission and initiatives. A key player on our mighty development team, you’ll work side-by-side with fundraisers, develop compelling fundraising collateral, and help develop smart strategies that bring our prospects to a yes. 

Here in Dartmouth Advancement, people and strategy are at the heart of our success. Our Advancement team is pushing boundaries with fresh approaches to keep our work exciting and impactful. We like to have fun and do great work while helping to set the stage for our shared success, and we’d love to share it with you!

As our new partner, here’s what we hope you will bring to our work:

• A bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience in fundraising (or related field such as marketing, communications, research, or equivalent combination of education and work experience).  Advancement experience is highly desirable.
• Experience and top-notch skills in writing, editing, and proofreading with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven project management expertise and the ability to juggle (and organize!) multiple priorities like a pro.
• Thoughtful and effective communication skills with a knack for using sound judgment to get results.
• A creative and entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative approach to our work.
• An enthusiasm for our work. Our mission in Dartmouth Advancement is exciting, and our work transforms the lives of our students and enhances the student experience. The work feels good, and it feels better when it’s shared with people that are energized by the immeasurable impact our collective divisional work makes.

 Our technology toolkit currently includes Microsoft Office, Advance, Slack, and Jira. Through a full onboarding plan created specifically for you in your new role, we will provide training in Advance, Slack and Jira if you join us without prior experience in these software applications. We do ask that you do join us with a strong understanding of components of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel), as the ability to work with information, data sets, and reporting, as well as create presentations, and manage various projects, will complement team workflows. 

A fully remote option with location flexibility is available for those that reside in most areas of the United States. This position can also offer a hybrid option (the best of both worlds!) and the opportunity to experience the energy of Dartmouth’s campus in Hanover, NH. The choice is yours.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Advancement division and stretch your skills in strategic communication in higher education with a team of innovative industry professionals. Discover more about this role, our division, and the Dartmouth community through the links below:

Explore the role: https://dartgo.org/DevelopmentWriter
Learn about Dartmouth Advancement and the difference we’re making: https://advancement.dartmouth.org/careers
Discover Dartmouth – our values, mission, and vibrant community: https://dartmouth.edu

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, 
religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, 
or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

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