Manager, Philanthropy and Alumni Relations

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location: Hybrid / New Westminster Campus / Coquitlam Campus

Salary Range: Min: $92,139, Control: $122,852, Max: $135,137. Placement within a salary band is typically up to Control Point based upon a review of skills, experience & internal equity. The College may place over Control point in limited circumstances.

The Opportunity

You will play an important role in helping to raise philanthropic revenues and engage alumni and the wider community in the College's strategic priorities. Working alongside the Associate Director, Annual Giving and Alumni Relations, you will build strong relationships with donors, alumni, and other stakeholders to implement and enhance activities to increase the College's donor pipeline, seek new opportunities for support, and engage its alumni and wider community in the life of the College. You will also supervise Philanthropy and Alumni Relations staff members using the Douglas College Strategic Plan as a guide.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, offices, and boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative, and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

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WHAT IT TAKES

• Established professional credibility as evidenced by a degree from an accredited post-secondary institution in a related area of study, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• A minimum of five years of experience in alumni relations including three to five years experience in major donor fundraising;
• Proven track record of generating significant gifts from high net worth individuals;
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with fundraising strategies, practices, techniques, databases, and programs;
• Proven record of achieving fundraising goals.

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Additional Information

This regular full-time position is available as of May 26, 2025. Regular hours of work are 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday; however, occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

Travel between Douglas College's locations and to other locations in the lower mainland as required.

Posting Number: 02515SA

Position Title: Manager, Philanthropy and Alumni Relations

Anticipated Start Date: 05/26/2025

End Date: Needs a Criminal Records Check

How To Apply

Open Date: 04/28/2025

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References: 1

Equity Statement

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable learning and working environment. We welcome all applications, including those from Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ+ persons, and individuals of all faiths, ages, marital statuses, and parental statuses.

Important Note

Qualified internal applicants must apply by Monday, May 12, 2025, to be given first consideration. Apply directly through the link at the top of this page.