Manager, Stewardship & Reporting

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

POSITION TITLE:

Manager, Stewardship & Reporting

POSITION SUMMARY:

Scripps Research, a world-renowned nonprofit biomedical research institute, is seeking a detail-oriented and creative Manager, Stewardship and Reporting to join our Philanthropy team. Reporting to the Director of Donor Relations and Engagement Communications, this position is central to how we communicate impact to our donors. The Manager will serve as the primary driver of report and proposal development, working cross-functionally with faculty, graduate students, finance, and academic affairs to gather content and craft compelling narratives. This role combines strong writing and design capabilities with meticulous project management, ensuring the timely execution of 100+ annual stewardship reports, gift acknowledgements, donor profiles, and recognition milestones throughout the year.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Report & Proposal Development (70%)

• Produce content, including writing, copy editing and graphic design for approximately 100+ annual stewardship reports
• Work with faculty, graduate office, graduate students, finance department, and academic affairs department to gather content for various reports
• Manage the development of the annual donor stewardship report
• Draft, edit, and design fundraising proposals as assigned
• Manage the Philanthropy Content library ensuring collaterals stay updated and regularly sharing messaging and other content resources with the philanthropy team
• Provide oversight for outgoing donor communications as assigned

Stewardship (20%)

• Maintain and execute a donor profile production calendar including donor profiles for the website, annual stewardship report, and Scripps Research magazine. Conduct interviews and draft stories
• Develop compelling, timely, donor-centric communications including student notifications and recent news to equip gift officers with meaningful touchpoints between solicitations
• Oversee execution of stewardship matrix for gift recognition including developing strategies for engaging milestone giving anniversaries, first-time donors and monthly donors. Regularly review and update gift acknowledgement letters

Gift Execution Management (5%)

• Coordinate and track endowed fellowships, graduate awards, endowed chairs, and other awards
• Review gift agreements as assigned and conduct research on past gift agreements as needed
• Oversee the project management system and audit CRM to ensure accurate tracking of new reports and proposals

Recognition/Physical Signage (5%)

• Maintain a dynamic menu of naming opportunities including a complete audit of historical records
• Work with the Director, Assistant Director, and gift officers to execute physical signage across campus and awards for stewardship events.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree required; 3+ years of experience in development, donor relations, engagement communications, or a related field preferably in a higher education or research environment.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex science and philanthropy into compelling narratives.
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with donors, volunteers, and institutional
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and a dynamic team calendar.
• Familiarity with donor databases and CRM systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge)
• Experience with project management software (e.g. Asana)
• While subject to change based on business needs, this is an on-campus position requiring a minimum of 4 days per week working onsite from our La Jolla campus, with flexibility to work 1 day per week remotely from home.

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $86,200 to $95,320/annually, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.