Director, Individual Giving

The Royal Conservatory; Toronto; On-site; CAD 142,000 - 285,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto's Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering is seeking a Senior Director, Development to lead donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, with a focus on principal gifts. This role oversees the faculty’s comprehensive fundraising program and reports to the Executive Director, Advancement.

Responsibilities include guiding annual plans, managing budgets, developing volunteers, and collaborating with academic leaders to secure fundraising goals in a dynamic, elite

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of advancement experience in progressively responsible roles.
• Proven management and leadership experience; ability to motivate staff and volunteers.
• Strong track record as a successful fundraiser with major gift donors, volunteers, alumni and industry reps.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major donors to achieve fundraising goals.
• Lead the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering’s comprehensive development program.
• Prepare and manage annual development plan, budgets and training of volunteers and staff.

Skills

Donor engagement

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Team management

Fundraising

Stakeholder relations

Education

University degree

Tools

DIS

FIS

Job description

Date Posted: 11/02/2026
Req ID: 50850
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: FASE: Advancement
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description

About us

The Office of Advancement seeks to sustain and enhance the University’s academic mission, leadership, and worldwide impact, by engaging alumni and private-sector stakeholders in the mission of the University. We seek to build mutually beneficial relationships of increasing value and satisfaction over time while seizing new opportunities to strengthen our role in civic and global society, provide a transformational undergraduate learning experience, pave the way forgame-changing startups and new industries, drive breakthroughs in health care, and create the knowledge that illuminates humanity. Together, we reimagine the world.

Your opportunity

Reporting to the Executive Director, Advancement, the Senior Director, Development is a key member of the senior management team responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors, with a focus on principal gift donors, to achieve high level goals. The Senior Director will also provide leadership and management for the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering’s comprehensive fundraising program.

With general oversight from the Executive Director, Advancement, the incumbent is accountable for the preparation, implementation and management of the annual Faculty-wide development plan and ensuring the achievement of annual and campaign goals and objectives; provides leadership, guidance and advice to faculty and academic directors with respect to complex fundraising projects; provides advice and resolves complex issues; prepares briefing materials for senior leadership; develops and implements a comprehensive stewardship program; manages complex funding opportunities, project budgets and the Development team budget; leads in the training of volunteers in cultivation and solicitation activities as well as responsible for making solicitation calls.

The Senior Director hires, trains, develops and manages a dynamic and high-performing team of development professionals and liaises closely with departmental staff involved in advancement activities. The incumbent works closely with others as a lead member of the Advancement team at the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering.

Qualifications

Education

University degree with an exceptional combination of education and experience.

Experience

Minimum of seven years of advancement experience in progressively responsible roles, preferably in the post-secondary education system. Proven management and leadership experience required, including the ability to motivate, coach and inspire staff; a strong developer of people and teams. Accomplished track record as a successful fundraiser and demonstrated experience interacting with major gift donors, volunteers, alumni and industry representatives a strong asset. Demonstrated volunteer management experience. Experience developing, implementing and managing fundraising plans and programs.

Skills

Strong computer skills, including word processing, database software and spreadsheet programs. Knowledge of DIS and FIS an asset. Exceptional oral and written communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Ability to work well in a team environment. Political acumen with the ability to influence key stakeholders both internally and externally. Detail oriented; strong organizational, research, and analytical skills. Initiative, tact, diplomacy, and creativity required. Ability to multi-task successfully in a hectic and results oriented environment. Proven ability to motivate and manage staff and volunteers; leadership skills are essential.

Other

A comprehensive and global understanding of the Faculty and University of Toronto, as well as general knowledge of the post-secondary education system and the fundraising sector a strong asset. Ability to work some evenings and weekends.

Closing Date: 11/13/2026,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Personnel Subarea:PM
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: 2AP -- Broadband Salary Range: $142,333 - nominal maximum of $284,666
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial