Development Officer — Major Gifts & Alumni Engagement

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Victoria is seeking a Development Officer to develop and manage assigned faculty/unit fundraising portfolios, delivering an effective development and fundraising plan. You will identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gift donors and planned giving opportunities through prospecting and one-on-one meetings with donors, prospects, staff and faculty.

The role emphasizes building meaningful connections with donors and university stakeholders, with a focus on achieving

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus three years of relevant experience in post-secondary or non-profit sector.
• CFRE designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage assigned faculty/unit(s) portfolio with a development and fundraising plan.
• Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gift donors and planned giving opportunities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Fundraising knowledge

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

CFRE designation preferred

Job description

University of Victoria is seeking a Development Officer to develop and manage assigned faculty/unit fundraising portfolios, delivering an effective development and fundraising plan. You will identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gift donors and planned giving opportunities through prospecting and one-on-one meetings with donors, prospects, staff and faculty.

The role emphasizes building meaningful connections with donors and university stakeholders, with a focus on achieving