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Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship

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Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Taking on the world’s great challenges by elevating education in science and technology to new heights, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is equally lauded for its programs in architecture, the humanities, management, and social sciences. Creativity is key at MIT, where the most gifted minds from around the globe thrive in a diverse and supportive environment. Among the world’s leading universities, MIT stands tall in its commitment to develop in each member of its community the ability and passion to work wisely, creatively and effectively for the betterment of humankind.

The Opportunity

The Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship will lead a talented team in the strategic planning, coordination and implementation of a thoughtful and creative stewardship plan that will serve the needs of MIT’s frontline fundraisers, donors and prospects. In this highly visible, collaborative role, the Director will be a driving force in keeping stewardship top of mind so that fundraisers can focus on raising the philanthropic investments so crucial to MIT’s future. As MIT enters the public phase of its current $5 billion campaign, great stewardship and donor relations are more important than ever. This is an extraordinary opportunity to envision and build a comprehensive stewardship program for a world-class institution.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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