Development Officer, Annual Giving

University of British Columbia•Vancouver, BC

3d•CA$7,284 - CA$10,474•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for administering fundraising programs, including research, developing strategy, preparing proposals, stewardship and moving fundraising accounts through the donor cycle and raising an average minimum of $.75-1.5M annually; or responsible for supporting development related activities of senior university administration by managing complex relationship with multi-unit stakeholders. Participates in comprehensive plans for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors. Assists in developing strategies for closing gifts. Annual targets to be set by workplan goals and objectives. If position has direct donor contact, metrics are included. If no direct donor contact, annual targets to be set by workplan goals and objectives.

Requirements

University degree in a relevant discipline
Minimum of three years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Nice To Haves

A degree in commerce, marketing or economics would be an asset
Requires UBC wide knowledge and understanding of priorities, projects and opportunities
Thorough knowledge of the university environment and academic structure is preferred
Ability to work independently while exercising good judgement at all times
Computer experience required; MS Windows environment, Microsoft Office preferred
Experience working with a centralized fundraising system an asset
Ability to plan, co-ordinate and supervise the work of others, execute a variety of complex projects, and meet imposed deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills, both verbal and written, having the ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with donors, co-workers and other campus departments

Responsibilities

Works in partnership with senior management to facilitate maximum private and public sector support for the unit
Develops and implements a plan for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors
Develops and implements strategies for closing major gift solicitations and coordinates staffing for major gift solicitations
Develops and manages a portfolio of major gift prospects (75-125) making face-to-face visits (100-125 annually) for the purpose of discovery, cultivation and solicitation strategies for major gift prospects (a major gift is defined as a donation of $50,000 or more); or is responsible for supporting development related activities of senior university administration by managing complex relationships with multi-unit stakeholders
Develops proposals and works with donors to generate gifts for priority projects, with an expectation to make solicitations (20-25 annually) at the major gift level; or administering fundraising programs, conducting research, developing strategies and preparing proposals
Ensures that appropriate donor recognition, acknowledgment and stewardship programs are in place
Generates donor/prospect solicitation materials and correspondence
Performs other related duties as required

Benefits

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally.
A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world.
Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential.
New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence.
An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at [email protected].