Assistant Dean - Development

University-of-Albert; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alberta's Alberta School of Business is seeking an Assistant Dean, Development to lead faculty development fundraising initiatives and partnerships. This senior role reports to the Dean and the Director, Faculty Development and focuses on sustaining and growing the school's development program and culture through strategic fundraising and philanthropy.

You will work with the Dean, Director, Faculty Development, and senior administrators to build and execute a strategic

Responsibilities

• Lead faculty-based development fundraising initiatives and partnerships.
• Collaborate with the Dean and Director, Faculty Development to build a strategic development program.
• Drive campaigns and philanthropy, and serve as a spokesperson for fundraising efforts across the college and university.

Job description

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work. Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.

Reporting jointly to the Dean of the Alberta School of Business and the Director, Faculty Development, the Assistant Dean, Development is responsible for faculty-based and, where appropriate, as a contributor to College and University-wide Development initiatives. Known as a strategic thinker and an aspirational goal setter, they embrace their shared role in sustaining the University of Alberta’s impactful development program and culture which galvanizes support for the University of Alberta’s vision, mission and values through campaigns and ongoing philanthropy.

The Assistant Dean, Development holds a senior management position within the Alberta School of Business and must possess a desire to help drive leading fundraising practices in Canada, a commitment to strong fundraising results through developing and delivering on outstanding philanthropic priorities, and to enhancing the University's reputation as a world-class institution. The Assistant Dean, Development works collaboratively with the Dean, the Director, Faculty Development, senior administrators, academic teams, individuals and advisory boards to build and execute a strategic development program in the faculty that fosters strong personal and professional philanthropic relationships that result in contributions from individuals and organizations; and serves as a trusted resource, advocate, and spokesperson for fund-raising efforts.

The Assistant Dean, Development works closely with other faculty and university leaders to build strong, supportive relationships with its worldwide community of students, alumni, public and corporate communities.