OPT Donor Relations Officer Jobs
Donor Relations Officer jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in nonprofit management, communications, or public administration. These roles involve managing donor portfolios, writing stewardship reports, and coordinating fundraising campaigns, all activities that directly apply academic training and satisfy OPT employment requirements.
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Full time
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DESCRIPTION:
The Stewardship and Donor Relations Officer is a vital part of the Philanthropy team, driving donor engagement and stewardship. Develops and implements comprehensive donor stewardship strategy that provides experiences that are informative, meaningful and compelling with a goal of inspiring loyal engagement and financial support. Manages the production of effective stewardship communications and reports (both annual and ad hoc). Develops comprehensive strategy for donor engagement/appreciation/stewardship activities and manages volunteer service groups, executing fundraising events to support objectives of the Saint Agnes Foundation as part of Saint Agnes Medical Center. Develops tailored donor correspondence to help ensure that donors stay connected and feel appreciated. Tracks metrics to align with Philanthropy goals and donor stewardship and engagement activities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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Bachelor's degree in business or related field such as event planning, public relations, communications, marketing, or advertising.
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At least 3 years of related event planning, communication, fundraising or project management experience.
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Must be organized with high attention to details. Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines. Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Demonstrated experience with building long-standing relationships with stakeholders and strong customer relations.
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Experience with project and event management required.
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Must be able to make decisions related to event logistics, volunteer management and day-to-day work.
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Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
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Must be comfortable independently engaging, soliciting and stewarding prospects and donors.
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Experience working with and managing volunteers is preferred.
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Must be comfortable engaging with the public and sharing Saint Agnes’s mission out in the community.
PAY RANGE
$68,452.80 – $102,689.60
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Full time
SHIFT:
DESCRIPTION:
The Stewardship and Donor Relations Officer is a vital part of the Philanthropy team, driving donor engagement and stewardship. Develops and implements comprehensive donor stewardship strategy that provides experiences that are informative, meaningful and compelling with a goal of inspiring loyal engagement and financial support. Manages the production of effective stewardship communications and reports (both annual and ad hoc). Develops comprehensive strategy for donor engagement/appreciation/stewardship activities and manages volunteer service groups, executing fundraising events to support objectives of the Saint Agnes Foundation as part of Saint Agnes Medical Center. Develops tailored donor correspondence to help ensure that donors stay connected and feel appreciated. Tracks metrics to align with Philanthropy goals and donor stewardship and engagement activities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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Bachelor's degree in business or related field such as event planning, public relations, communications, marketing, or advertising.
-
At least 3 years of related event planning, communication, fundraising or project management experience.
-
Must be organized with high attention to details. Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines. Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
-
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
-
Demonstrated experience with building long-standing relationships with stakeholders and strong customer relations.
-
Experience with project and event management required.
-
Must be able to make decisions related to event logistics, volunteer management and day-to-day work.
-
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
-
Must be comfortable independently engaging, soliciting and stewarding prospects and donors.
-
Experience working with and managing volunteers is preferred.
-
Must be comfortable engaging with the public and sharing Saint Agnes’s mission out in the community.
PAY RANGE
$68,452.80 – $102,689.60
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Donor Relations Officer
Frame your degree as directly relevant
Nonprofit management, communications, public policy, and social work degrees map clearly to Donor Relations Officer roles. In your cover letter, connect your specific coursework to stewardship, donor engagement, or fundraising operations explicitly.
Raise OPT early, not at the offer stage
Mention your authorization in the second or third conversation, before an offer is extended. Framing it as a brief administrative step with no cost to the employer prevents it from becoming a last-minute obstacle.
Emphasize relationship management skills with data
Donor relations is measurable work. Quantify your experience: donor retention rates you supported, gift acknowledgment turnaround times, or portfolio sizes you managed. Concrete numbers reduce uncertainty for hiring managers unfamiliar with international candidates.
Get familiar with common CRM platforms before applying
Proficiency in Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack, Raiser's Edge, or similar donor management systems makes you a stronger candidate. Many nonprofits list CRM experience as required, and demonstrating it removes a common screening barrier.
Use STEM OPT extension eligibility as a planning tool
If your degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension, communicate that to employers. It extends your authorized work period significantly, giving nonprofit employers more time to evaluate sponsorship before your status requires action.
Donor Relations Officer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Donor Relations Officer on F-1 OPT?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your field of study. Degrees in nonprofit management, communications, public administration, or social work typically satisfy this requirement. You must have a job offer before your OPT start date and ensure your role aligns with what you reported to your DSO.
Do nonprofit employers sponsor international students for H-1B visas from a Donor Relations Officer role?
Some do, particularly larger nonprofits, university development offices, and hospital foundations with established HR processes. Sponsorship is less common at small community organizations. Researching an employer's history with work authorization before applying saves time. Migrate Mate surfaces OPT-friendly Donor Relations Officer roles where sponsorship is more likely.
Does a Donor Relations Officer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Only if your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as data analytics, information systems, or a related discipline. Most traditional Donor Relations Officer hires come from humanities or social science backgrounds, which are not STEM-designated. Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM OPT extension list to confirm eligibility before counting on the extra 24 months.
What should I do if my OPT expires before a nonprofit can complete H-1B sponsorship?
If you qualify for the STEM extension, file the application at least 90 days before your OPT end date to maintain work authorization during processing. If you don't qualify for STEM, explore whether your employer can support a cap-exempt H-1B through a qualifying nonprofit or educational institution affiliation, which bypasses the annual lottery entirely.
How do I find Donor Relations Officer jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Standard job boards don't filter for OPT work authorization, which means significant time spent on roles that won't consider international students. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Donor Relations Officer positions at employers open to candidates on work authorization, so you can focus on applications with a realistic path forward.