At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive fundraising efforts and build relationships with donors to support university initiatives.
- Company: Join a leading university dedicated to innovation and community engagement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours, travel opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by connecting with alumni and securing major gifts for the future.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in fundraising, bilingual in French and English, strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 120750 $ per year.
University Advancement plays a pivotal role in fostering meaningful connections between the University and its alumni, donors, and partners. Our team is dedicated to advancing the University's mission by securing philanthropic support, engaging with our vibrant alumni community, and building partnerships that drive innovation and excellence. Through strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts, we help shape the future of the University, ensuring that it continues to thrive as a leading institution of higher education and research. Together, we empower our students, faculty and researchers to make a lasting impact on the world.
Position Purpose: The Senior Specialist, Faculty Development plays an important role in building philanthropic relationships and managing a portfolio of donors and prospects for a dedicated university hub that serves multiple faculties/services. The incumbent is responsible for generating fundraising revenue, identifying potential sources of funding, developing and executing cultivation and solicitation strategies and driving the acquisition of Major Gifts in the $25,000 – $1 million range. Works closely with the members of the Development Leadership Team, to discuss prospective donor strategy and shared management of the university’s top potential and existing donors.
In this role, your responsibilities will include:
- Strategic Planning: Develops, implements and manages short and long-term action plans for identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major gift prospects and donors.
- Account Development: Personally manages a portfolio of up to 120 prospective and existing donors in the major gift range of $25,000 to $1 million through the cultivation, proposal, solicitation and stewardship phases.
- Relationship Management: Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with a wide variety of University faculty, alumni, prospects, donors, staff, and students.
- Operations Planning: Creates and manages a rigorous schedule of meetings and other fundraising related activities.
- Communications Support: Manages the development of communication materials to support the Major Gifts program.
- Networking: Actively networks at stakeholder and community events toward building the presence and reputation of the faculty/service.
What you will bring:
- University degree
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional fundraising experience preferably in an educational or non-profit environment
- Bilingualism – French and English (spoken and written)
- Strong working knowledge of fundraising processes, best practices and current industry trends
- Strong donor focus and understanding of how to effectively manage ongoing donor relationships
- Self-motivated, goal oriented, and strategic thinker
- Strong interpersonal, organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to manage tight deadlines and changing priorities on multiple projects
- Ability to use persuasion, negotiation and influencing skills to develop relationships with stakeholders
- Team player, excels at working collaboratively as well as independently
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including public speaking, and solid relationship management skills at all levels in an organization
- Tact, diplomacy and confidentiality required at all times
- Strong computer skills including above average competency on Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Proficiency in Raiser's Edge is an asset.
- Familiarity with and experience in the use of social media
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends, and frequent travel
- Valid driver's license and passport required
This position may be subject to a telework agreement.
The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence.
Senior Specialist, Faculty Development employer: University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that prioritizes diversity and equity. As a part-time professor in the Faculty of Education, you will have the opportunity to engage with motivated students while contributing to innovative research and teaching practices. The university fosters professional growth through collaborative initiatives and provides a supportive atmosphere that values creativity and respect.
