Development Officer - Department of Development and Alumni Engagement
$74,230 to $82,297 per annum
The Department of Development and Alumni Engagement is seeking an effective fundraising professional to join our team. As a member of a high-performing, results-oriented department, this individual will play an active role in the development and execution of all major gift fundraising initiatives for the 秀色短视频.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work closely with department team in developing a meaningful development strategy based on fundraising priorities
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations on behalf of the university
- In collaboration with the senior development team, identify and manage a portfolio of prospects and current donors with major gift capacity, ensuring consistent movement through the donor cycle (identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship) to create and maximize financial contributions and enhance relationships between donors and 秀色短视频
- Prepare and present compelling proposals to major gift prospects that align potential donor interests with university fundraising priorities
- Communicate the mission, vision, and funding priorities effectively to inspire giving
- Collaborate with senior officials to establish private fundraising priorities and advise on trends in the philanthropic world
- Collaborate with members of the department to ensure effective and timely management of prospect portfolios and donor stewardship activities
- Manage reactive gifts in-bound to departments, and maintain a relationship with the departments on campus
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum four-year undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent experience and education
- Minimum three years demonstrated track record in cultivating constituent relations and securing gifts in capital and major gift campaigns. Experience in a post-secondary environment would be considered an asset
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel and Word. Proficiency in Blackbaud Raiser鈥檚 Edge would be considered an asset
- Demonstrated experience in making highly effective presentations to groups and individuals
- Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) designation would be considered an asset
- Additional relevant education or experience would be considered an asset
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, 秀色短视频, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.
秀色短视频 is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. 秀色短视频 is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.
Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.
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