Development Coordinator, Strategic Opportunities

University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

University of British Columbia is seeking a Development Coordinator to support the Strategic Opportunities team in connecting donors with transformational opportunities. The role emphasizes data entry, donor engagement, and scheduling, while assisting with briefing notes, donor materials, and reports.

You will contribute to major gift fundraising while gaining insight into philanthropic partnerships within a collaborative, high-performing team.

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 equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• 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 ongoing fundraising planning 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.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

University degree

One year related experience

Job description

Job Title: Development Coordinator, Strategic Opportunities

Job Category: M&P - AAPS

Job Profile: AAPS Salaried - Development & Alumni Engagement, Level A

Job Family: Group Staff - Non Union

Department: Director of Development | Strategic Opportunities | Development Alumni and Engagement

Compensation Range: $6,143.67 - $8,830.25 CAD Monthly

The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.

Job End Date: Ongoing

Posting End Date: October 30, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job Description Summary

UBC Development & Alumni Engagement is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable Development Coordinator to join the Strategic Opportunities team. Reporting to the Director of Development, Strategic Opportunities, this role provides essential operational support to connect donors with opportunities across UBC and advance the university’s priorities through philanthropy. The Development Coordinator will undertake a wide variety of responsibilities, including data entry and maintenance, activity tracking, processing donations, scheduling meetings, coordinating logistics, and supporting donor engagement activities. The role will also assist with briefing notes, correspondence, donor materials, reports, and other written communications. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing multiple priorities, takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work, and has strong writing and communication skills. As a key member of a collaborative and high-performing team, the Development Coordinator will gain valuable insight into major gift fundraising and philanthropic partnerships while helping to ensure the smooth and effective delivery of the team's work.

If you are curious, proactive, and excited by the prospect of contributing behind the scenes to help connect donors with transformative opportunities at UBC, we'd love to hear from you.

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.

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.
• 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.

About the University

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together?

Equity and Diversity

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.

We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at [e-mail].