Reporting to the Assistant Director (Stewardship), the Assistant Manager / Senior Assistant Manager will support the Division’s efforts in fostering and sustaining strong relationships between Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and its donors.

Stewardship is a key pillar of the University’s advancement efforts, ensuring that donors remain meaningfully engaged and appropriately recognised for their contributions towards SIT’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination and execution of stewardship initiatives and donor recognition events, providing donors with meaningful opportunities to engage with the University’s leadership, faculty, students and fellow supporters.
• Manage and coordinate with internal stakeholders on matters relating to student financial aid supported by donor funds.
• Support the renewal of philanthropic gifts and contributions through proactive relationship building and engagement with donors.
• Assist in the preparation of stewardship and impact reports that communicate the transformative outcomes of philanthropy.
• Ensure timely and effective communication with donors and prospective donors through appreciation letters and donor engagement initiatives.
• Oversee project timelines, documentation, and administrative processes related to stewardship activities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency and quality in donor engagement efforts, contributing to an effective and coordinated approach to donor relations.

Requirements

• A Bachelor degree is required.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in donor relations, communications, relationship building, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise and impactful messages for diverse audiences.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactive, resourceful and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in the education or non-profit sector will be an advantage.
• Commitment to the mission and values of SIT with a passion for higher education, philanthropy and making a positive difference within the education sector.