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Troy University

Donor Relations Specialist

Troy, AL · On-site

The Donor Relations Specialist position will help implement a program with a goal of nurturing ... written and verbal communication skills 5. Strong organizational skills and an ability to ...

Coptic Orphans

Donor Relations Specialist

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$1 - $2/mo

Donor Relations SpecialistPurpose of the JobThe Donor Relations Specialist is one of the first and ... Excellent command of written and spoken English; ability to understand Arabic is required (reading ...

Coptic Orphans

Donor Relations Specialist

Fairfax, VA · On-site

Donor Relations Specialist Purpose of the Job The Donor Relations Specialist is one of the first ... Excellent command of written and spoken English; ability to understand Arabic is required (reading ...

Biological Diversity

Donor Relations Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$76K - $85K/yr

Donor Relations Manager Program: Development Employment Type: [ X ] Salary [ ] Hourly ... Superior verbal and written communication skills. * Extensive experience with donor relationship ...

Biological Diversity

$76K - $85K/yr

Donor Relations Manager Program: Development Employment Type: [ X ] Salary [ ] Hourly ... Superior verbal and written communication skills. * Extensive experience with donor relationship ...

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Donor Relations Manager

Medford, OR · On-site

The Donor Relations Manager also partners with the Development Manager on the planning and ... written * Conduct and record outcome of measurable number of face-to-face visits with donor ...

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NorthShore

Program Manager, Donor Relations

Evanston, IL · On-site

$35.16 - $54.50/hr

Program Manager, Donor Relations The Program Manager, Donor Relations, oversees a system-wide ... Working collaboratively with Philanthropy Communications to write and manage the production of ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for donor relations writer in the United States is $63,600.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $70,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Donor Relations Writer vs Fundraising Coordinator?

AspectDonor Relations WriterFundraising Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or related field; writing skillsBachelor's degree; project management and communication skills
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, focusing on writing and donor communicationOffice and event settings, coordinating fundraising activities
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, charities, educational institutionsNonprofits, charities, fundraising agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference is that a Donor Relations Writer primarily focuses on creating compelling written content to engage donors, while a Fundraising Coordinator manages overall fundraising campaigns and events. Both roles require strong communication skills and often work within similar nonprofit environments, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Donor Relations Specialist

Troy, AL • On-site

Troy University
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Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
SF2557P
Position Title
Donor Relations Specialist
Position Type
Professional/Salaried
Department
Advancement Services
Division
Chancellor's Office
Campus
Troy
Work Status
Full-Time (FT)
Temporary
No
Location
Troy - T01
Job Summary
The Donor Relations Specialist position will serve as a member of the Office of Development and will play a key role in donor relations. The Donor Relations Specialist position will help implement a program with a goal of nurturing positive relationships with leadership donors. The program is composed primarily of donor relations, which includes cultivating and stewarding long-term relationships with leadership donors, as well as strategic and creative thinking around how to advance stewardship to a more sophisticated and personalized level. This individual will join a team that is committed to increasing philanthropic support of Troy University.
Responsibilities/Duties
-Manage reporting processes for endowed funds and current restricted gifts to ensure proper stewardship information is provided to donors to highlight the impact of their philanthropy on an annual basis
-Maintain lists of donor recognition societies and execute recognition processes and coordinate with the Director of Annual Giving on society fundraising efforts.
-Create recognition and feature stories to be displayed on the Development website.
-Create customized donor stewardship plans on an annual basis for top donors in each of the frontline fundraising team's portfolios
-Manage all university-wide donor giving society courtesies, impact reporting, and programmatic experiences commensurate with level of giving.
-Coordinate with each college-based Director of Development to support college-based giving societies
-Manage donor relations touch points for special project and special giving day events.
-Assist in analysis and evaluation of stewardship and donor relation programs; recommends new procedures to improve quality, effectiveness, and efficiency.
-Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor's degree in a related field
2. Minimum of three years of related work experience
3. Experience working with budgets
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize
6. Ability to interact with a wide variety of constituents
7. Excellent computer skills
Preferred Qualifications
1. Three to five years of experience with fundraising, donor relations or customer services fields
Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties?
No
Work Hours
Monday thru Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
NA
Does this position have supervisory responsibility?
No
Posting Date
07/16/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link
https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com/postings/47861

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