Development Coordinator, Athletics & Recreation

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Vancouver is seeking a Development Coordinator for Athletics & Recreation. The role involves coordinating development programs, maintaining donor relationships, and supporting fundraising activities. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication and organizational skills, a relevant university degree, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. This full-time position offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of related experience, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives.
• Commitment to enhancing awareness and knowledge related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Supports the development and implementation of new unit initiatives.
• Ensures appropriate donor recognition and stewardship programs are in place.
• Develops expert use of the University's donor and alumni database.
• Participates in ongoing fundraising planning and process development.
• Writes donor/prospect solicitation materials.
• Researches and drafts fundraising proposals.
• Develops unit analytical reports as requested.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective computer skills

Education

University degree in relevant discipline

Job description

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Development Coordinator, Athletics & Recreation

Apply locations UBC Vancouver Campus - Vancouver, BC, Canada time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR21782 Staff - Non Union

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Development & Alumni Engagement, Level A

Job Title

Development Coordinator, Athletics & Recreation

Department

Operations 4 | Athletics & Recreation | Development & Alumni Engagement

Compensation Range

$5,791.00 - $8,323.42 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date

August 13, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

Ongoing

Job Description

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary
The Development Coordinator is responsible for providing program implementation and coordination to development programs. This position is instrumental in the delivery of programs and services designed to facilitate a lifelong relationship with UBC donors, alumni and students. Participates in on-going fundraising planning.

Organizational Status

Reports to: One of: Associate Director, Manager, Director, Senior Director/Assistant Dean, or Executive Director of Development.

Works with: UBC faculty and staff involved in fundraising.

Contacts: Donors, outside community groups and organizations.

Supervises: No supervisory responsibilities

Work Performed

• Supports the development and implementation of new unit initiatives that advance UBC`s strategic plan
• Ensures that appropriate donor recognition, acknowledgement and stewardship programs are in place;
• Develops and maintains a deep understanding and expert use of the University's donor and alumni database;
• Participates in on-going fundraising planning and practice and process development;
• Writes donor/prospect solicitation materials and correspondence;
• Researches and drafts fundraising proposals for senior management for presentation to donors;
• Develops unit analytical reports as requested by manager;
• Ensures processing of donor gifts, pledges and receipts;
• Develops and maintains processes and procedures as needed;
• Needs to accommodate flexible hours, attending events;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Programs conducted by the Development and Alumni Engagement portfolio on behalf of the University are very public. The financial and moral responsibility to the University and to donors is significant. The interactions of this position with donors and others external to the University can have serious implications for the Development and Alumni Engagement portfolio. Poor judgement could lead to the alienation of donors, embarrassment to UBC and its senior administration and can result in the loss of significant financial support to the University.

Supervision Received
Works under direction from manager to achieve objectives. Work is reviewed for achievement of objectives, soundness of judgement and quality of work.

Supervision Given
None

Minimum Qualifications
University degree in relevant discipline. Minimum of one year of related experience, or the equivalent combination of experience and education.

- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills. Effective computer skills.
• Proven ability to interact effectively and positively with staff, managers and donors.