Campaign Associate – Advancement

Saint Mary’s University; Halifax; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian university in Halifax is seeking a Campaign Associate to support fundraising initiatives. The role involves administrative support, event coordination, communication with departments, and donor research. Ideal candidates will have a college diploma, strong communication skills, and a collaborative attitude. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible workplace

Vacation and personal days

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of professional experience in a development/fundraising office preferred.
• Strong collaboration skills are essential.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Philanthropy with day-to-day administration.
• Coordinate donor engagement events and logistics.
• Conduct prospect research for new funding opportunities.

Skills

Collaboration skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Goal-oriented

Technology Proficiency

Education

Community College business course / diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

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The Opportunity

Date Posted : October 17 2025 Posting Deadline : November 7 2025

Department : Advancement

Type of Employment : 2 Year Contract Full Time

Annual Salary : $55000

At Saint Marys University you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility diversity and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Campaign Associate to join our Advancement team.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Marys we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include :

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Flexible Workplace
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule
• Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director of Philanthropy the Campaign Associate will :

• Administrative Support : You’ll assist the Director of Philanthropy with day-to-day administration including scheduling meetings, drafting meeting materials, data entry, metric tracking and reviewing campaign reports.
• Event Coordination : You’ll play a key role in donor engagement, campaign cultivation, stewardship and event logistics. This involves completing project briefs, identifying and developing invitation lists, drafting follow-up strategies and assisting with overall event logistics.
• Fundraising Communication : Effective communication with other university departments is essential. The Campaign Associate collaborates with colleagues in Advancement & External Affairs and across campus to ensure alignment and successful campaign execution.
• Database Management and Reporting : The Campaign Associate actively participates in developing and implementing fundraising strategies and data-driven decision making. This includes analysing donor trends, identifying opportunities and contributing to campaign planning and goal.
• Prospect Research : Identifying new funding prospects is a core responsibility. The Campaign Associate conducts research to uncover potential donors, assesses their capacity and strategizes engagement opportunities.
• Gift Chart and Pipeline Development : The Campaign Associate supports the ongoing development of the campaign gift chart and prospect pipelines. This includes tracking campaign prospects and secured gifts as well as maintaining prospect and pipeline reports for campaign forecasting.
• Additional duties as required.

Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful Campaign Associate you will have :

• Community College business course / diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree considered an asset.
• 1-3 years of professional experience in a development/fundraising office preferred.
• Team Player with strong collaboration skills are essential.
• Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.
• Organizational Agility : Managing and prioritizing multiple tasks effectively requires organizational finesse.
• Goal Oriented : Thrives in a team-oriented environment with shared goals.
• Technology Proficiency : Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite is expected. Familiarity with SharePoint, fundraising technology platforms and other technology products is advantageous.

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on Apply Now and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application :

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Saint Marys University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black / African Nova Scotians Indigenous peoples racialized persons / visible minorities persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process please contact Talent Acquisition at emailprotected.

A little bit about us

Saint Marys University is one of Canada’s top primarily undergraduate universities known for its international collaborations leadership in entrepreneurship and research that benefits local and global communities. Our programs in Arts, Science Graduate Studies and the Sobey School of Business are among Canada’s best and feature professors who are committed to the success of their students. Saint Marys provides our more than 6400 students with a place that fosters possibility excellent research opportunities and distinguished graduate and professional programs combined with a caring community. Nestled in the heart of Halifax Nova Scotia on Canada’s east coast Saint Marys University is marked by iconic buildings green spaces and fresh ocean air. The Saint Marys University community is committed to a prosperous future for the world-a World without limits.

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Other Information

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1