Advancement Coordinator, Edwards School of Business

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 53,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Saskatchewan’s Edwards School of Business invites applications for an Advancement Coordinator. This role supports donor development, alumni engagement, and advancement initiatives to strengthen ties with donors, alumni, students, faculty and the wider community in Saskatoon.

Responsibilities include donor stewardship, alumni programs, reporting, and CRM maintenance; ensuring accurate records and compliant processes while collaborating with college leadership to advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of related experience, preferably in donor relations, event management, or customer service.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with donor management or customer management software is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Implements donor stewardship and recognition strategies to enhance donor satisfaction and engagement.
• Develops and coordinates alumni engagement projects, programs, and events.
• Coordinates donor recognition initiatives and awareness.
• Plans alumni-focused events and mentorship engagements.
• Maintains donor and alumni records in CRM and supports reporting and compliance.
• Represents the college at community events to strengthen relationships with donors, alumni, students, faculty and the broader community.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Diplomacy

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Donor management software

Job description

Advancement Coordinator, Edwards School of Business

The advancement coordinator supports donor development, alumni engagement, and advancement initiatives for the college. This role focuses on sustaining relationships with donors and alumni through stewardship activities, communications, events, and data-informed engagement strategies. This position contributes to donor reporting, awards administration, and alumni programming that highlights the impact of giving and involvement. The coordinator maintains donor and alumni information within institutional systems and supports fiscal accountability for donor-funded activities. Through coordinated outreach and engagement efforts, this position strengthens connections between alumni, donors, students, faculty, and the broader community.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implements comprehensive donor stewardship and recognition strategies to enhance donor satisfaction, retention, and long-term engagement, including first-time donor process, donor acknowledgements, and student impact.
• Develops and coordinates alumni engagement projects, programs, and events to strengthen relationships with stakeholders.
• Coordinates donor recognition initiatives to increase public awareness of the gift, the donor, and the college and university, including naming opportunities, stewardship events, gift announcements, and impact communications.
• Plans and executes alumni-focused events, such as networking receptions, panel discussions, and mentorship engagements.
• Coordinates and implements donor and student impact reporting processes.
• Prepares and processes terms of reference and gift agreements using established templates, coordinating internal approvals, and obtaining donor and senior leader signatures.
• Reviews, audits, and administers donor-related components of student award processes, including terms of reference compliance, donation management, and award financials, in collaboration with relevant teams and committees.
• Develops donor impact reports, newsletters, and engagement materials that highlight giving, alumni involvement, and community impact.
• Conducts analysis of existing programs and processes to recommend improvements and efficiencies.
• Maintains, reviews, and updates donor and alumni records within the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, tracking interactions and contributions.
• Monitors alumni achievements through news sources and professional platforms and engages alumni through direct outreach.
• Updates digital platforms, such as websites and social media channels, with alumni and donor news and recognition content.
• Collects and analyzes alumni data through surveys, informational interviews, and direct outreach to inform engagement strategies.
• Represents the college at community events and through various engagement channels, fostering relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations interested in supporting the college.
• Advances donor relationships and fundraising priorities in collaboration with advancement, faculty, and college leadership.
• Communicates and acts in a respectful and professional manner, collaborates effectively, abides by policy, and contributes to a positive and productive work and learning environment.
• Engages in continuous learning by participating in activities, training, and events related to Indigenous engagement, reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrates respect and dignity for all members of the community, actively contributes to an environment of acceptance and inclusion of others, and responds to different perspectives from a place of curiosity, respect, and non-judgement.
• Undertakes related duties, as assigned, consistent with the nature of the position.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of related experience, preferably in donor relations, event management, or customer service.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate diplomacy and tact while maintaining enthusiastic professionalism in interactions with diverse individuals and groups.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications; experience with donor management or customer management software is an asset.

The University of Saskatchewan recognizes alternate career paths; therefore, a combination of education and experience may be considered.

Department: Edwards School of Business
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $53,091.00 - 82,954.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1
Posted Date: 10/13/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.
We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
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