Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Development Officer, Annual and Leadership Giving Date Posted: 06/07/2024 Req ID: 37764 Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts&Science Department: University College Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto) Position Number: 00052938 Description: About us: The Faculty of Arts&Science is the heart of Canada’s leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts&Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs. We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts&Science, we take pride in our legacyof innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world. University College is the founding college of the University of Toronto. Our welcoming community is built on traditions of openness, inclusivity and diversity. Our student programs address issues of social justice from a variety of perspectives and help students develop the skills to apply what they learn in the classroom to the world around them. We are also home to professors committed to undergraduate education froma range of disciplines, who are leading researchers in their fields. Students, faculty, staff and alumni at University College work together to ensure that all thrive in our vibrant community. We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts&Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world. Your opportunity: The University College Advancement Office oversees all fundraising, donor relations, stewardshipand alumni relations activities at University College. As the Development Officer, you will be responsible for Annual Gift fundraising, including direct mail and email campaigns. You will also be identifying, cultivating and soliciting donors to consider a Leadership Gift to University College, and contributing to the College’s donor engagement and stewardship strategy that maintains the donor's involvement, interest and support. You will be an important member of a broader community of sophisticated fundraisers at the University of Toronto, where staff aspire to the highest standards of achievement and accountability for advancement professionals. You will also benefit from working within an institution that invests in its people. This comes in the form of competitive compensation, health benefits, vacation and retirement benefits, tuition waivers and robust professional development opportunities, as well as a strong focus on employee support, wellness, and work-life balance. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and managing a portfolio of donors and prospects by engaging in prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and recognition. In collaboration with University Advancement, planning and delivering UC’s Annual&Leadership Giving Campaign. Developing and implementing donor engagement plans that support strategic objectives. Preparing donor acknowledgement and recognition communications along with writing briefing notes, solicitation plans and call reports to track donor interaction. Working in a supportive capacity with Senior Development Officer and Director, Advancement on more complex or larger gifts. Directing the work of volunteers in defined activities. Essential Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a fundraisingor relationship management role with a demonstrated track record of success. Demonstrated prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and recognition experience. Demonstrated experience drafting complex donor reports and communications. Experience working with senior volunteers, researchers or faculty members. Proven ability to motivate others, i.e. volunteers, team members, donors. Evidence of leadership and initiative, tact, diplomacy, attention to detail and, creativity. Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in complex multi-stakeholder environmentssuch as education and healthcare, working with academics and physicians whose vision forchanging the world demands both excellence and resultsDemonstrated ability to operate effectively in complex multi-stakeholder environments such as education and healthcare, working with academics and physicians whose vision for changing the world demands both excellence and results. Highly developed computer skills working with MS Office; databases; and content management systems. Ability to work in a fast paced and results oriented environment. Strong team player who values collaboration. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Exceptional interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills. Strong organizational, analytical and relationship building skills. Assets (Nonessential): Previous experience working in post-secondary or not for profit organization. To be successful in this role you will be: Achievement oriented Articulate Cooperative Proactive Tactful Team player Closing Date: 06/17/2024, 11:59PM ET Employee Group: USW Appointment Type : Budget - Continuing Schedule: Full-Time Pay Scale Group&Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 13 -- $83,150 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $106,336. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. Job Category: Administrative / Managerial Lived Experience Statement Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position. This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto’s Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP . Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca . Job Segment: Academic, Fundraising, Relationship Manager, Equity, Customer Service, Education, Nonprofit, Finance, Research #J-18808-Ljbffr