Stewardship Officer - LII - Administration

San Diego, California

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Job ID: 17947
Date posted: 03/05/2026
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Department: Administration

JOB SUMMARY:

The Stewardship – Officer LII is responsible for executing strategic long-term stewardship plans for key donors/prospects, paying special attention to leadership donors and partnering with Foundation staff on stewardship opportunities. Works closely with Foundation fund raisers to maintain an active awareness of donors/prospects in their portfolio in various stages of identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. Acts as liaison to physicians, hospital administrators, and other stakeholders, including donors/funders, as and when appropriate. Works closely with Foundation staff and SVP/Executive Director to develop personalized long-term stewardship strategies for donors/prospects which include but not limited to: coordination of annual impact report, philanthropic investment reports, custom donor recognition, including signage, and personal outreach to increase donor engagement with Foundation for sustained and increased giving.Tracks and monitors stewardship activity on a weekly, monthly and annual basis. Provides strategic counsel for the SVP/Executive Director around stewardship and engagement opportunities. Maintains an active awareness of goals, objectives, and direction of the development program as a whole. Meets or exceeds individual and department performance standards as assigned by supervisor. Creates and executes special projects as assigned by the SVP/Executive Director and/or supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree

CA Driver's license ( if applicable)

Area of Study in a Field Related to the Position

3 Years of Experience

Experience in a fundraising setting with supervisory oversight

Experience with managing a comprehensive stewardship program

Detail-oriented and a team player

Works efficiently under pressure; meets deadlines; demonstrates strategic thinking and good decision-making, as well as an entrepreneurial spirit

Articulate, poised and possesses strong writing skills

Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

5 Years of Experience

Knowledge around Blackbaud non-profit applications

The current salary range for this position is $35.84 to $49.28

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

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