Stewardship & Fund Coordinator

JOB OPENING ID: 276802

MODES OF WORK
Hybrid

REGULAR/TEMPORARY: Regular

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP: School Bus Admin

DEPARTMENT: ROSS SCH Office of Advancement

SALARY: $50,900.00 - $59,700.00

Who We Are

About the Ross School of Business

The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a globally recognized leader in business education, committed to building a better world through business. Through powerful ideas, purpose-driven leaders, and meaningful impact, Ross empowers individuals and organizations to make a positive difference. Our community is guided by core values that emphasize innovation, continuous learning, and excellence. Together, we strive to develop leaders who drive change and create lasting impact across industries and communities. Learn more about Ross here .

About the Department

The Michigan Ross Office of Advancement builds and sustains meaningful relationships with the school's external community, engaging alumni, donors, and partners in support of the school's highest priorities. The office mobilizes private, philanthropic support and creates opportunities for stakeholders to remain actively involved in the life of the Ross School through thoughtfully designed programs, events, and experiences.
Job Summary

The Michigan Ross Office of Advancement at the Ross School of Business is seeking a detail-oriented Stewardship & Fund Coordinator to manage the critical intersection of donor intent, fund accuracy, tracking, and impact reporting.

Reporting to the Director of Project Management, you will ensure that every gift from high-level corporate sponsorships to transformational $5M+ endowments is recorded, acknowledged, and reported with precision. You will serve as a vital link between Ross Advancement, the central Office of University Development (OUD), internal Ross partners, and the donors who make our mission possible.

This hybrid position is based in Ann Arbor, MI, with an expectation of three days per week on-site. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain that authorization throughout employment.

For additional details about the position, please review the full job description . If you have questions, contact [email protected] .
Responsibilities*

Data Integrity and Fund Management

• Conduct regular audits of gift funds, pledges, and accounts to ensure accuracy in DART.
• Manage fund allocation, including unassigned gifts, corporate sponsorships, and matching contributions with Finance and fundraising partners.
• Maintain named fund and space records, ensuring donor recognition is accurate across systems and physical assets.
• Monitor gift agreements and compliance requirements (e.g., matching programs, board commitments), updating records and coordinating with partners.

Donor Stewardship and Reporting

• Lead annual stewardship reporting for scholarships and professorships, including data compilation and customized financial reporting.
• Manage donor acknowledgment processes, including digital communications and key stewardship mailings.
• Support donor engagement by coordinating scholarship recipient data and facilitating connections for personalized outreach and events.
• Provide regular pledge and payment updates to centers and institutes to support donor compliance and engagement.

Collaboration and Escalation

• Be the liaison for gift adjustments and endowment updates with internal and central partners.
• Identify and escalate gifts and donor milestones to leadership and communications teams.
• Maintain processes that support fund tracking and gift processing.

Operations and Continuous Improvement

• Develop and document stewardship and fund management procedures.
• Maintain tracking systems, calendars, and documentation to support transparency and compliance.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and donor experience.
• Contribute to advancement programs, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experienced in interpreting data and financial analysis, including ensuring accuracy.
• Experienced in collaborating across teams with varied backgrounds and perspectives.
• Expertise in reconciling invoices/payments and experience with CRM databases (DART/Blackbaud preferred).
• Experienced in handling sensitive information with discretion and care, including interactions involving donors.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future.

Benefits include:

• Generous paid time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days, Maternity and Parental Leave)
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
  Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Flexible work arrangements
• Access to the onsite Fitness Center at Ross

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .
Additional Information

The salary offer range for this position is $50,900 to $59,700. Salary offers are determined based on several factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, along with internal equity considerations. It is not common for new hires to be placed at the top of the range.
Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.