Senior Director, Donor & Volunteer Engagement

McGill University; Alberta; On-site; CAD 116,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, life insurance

Pension plan (defined contribution)

Job summary

McGill University seeks a dynamic Director for Development & Alumni Relations to lead donor recognition and engagement strategies across the university. You will guide senior volunteers, collaborate with faculties, and align with communications and fundraising efforts to maximize philanthropic impact.

The role requires extensive experience in donor relations and volunteer leadership within a university setting, with a focus on strategic planning, events, and CRM-based stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 8+ years related experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead donor relations and volunteer engagement programs.
• Excellent communication, diplomacy and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of donor relations and volunteer engagement strategy across the university.
• Oversee Donor Relations and Volunteer Partnerships teams to achieve campaign objectives.
• Collaborate with Advancement Operations, Communications and Alumni Engagement for alignment and reporting.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Project management

Donor relations

Volunteer engagement

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Fundraising technologies

Job description

McGill University seeks a dynamic Director for Development & Alumni Relations to lead donor recognition and engagement strategies across the university. You will guide senior volunteers, collaborate with faculties, and align with communications and fundraising efforts to maximize philanthropic impact.

The role requires extensive experience in donor relations and volunteer leadership within a university setting, with a focus on strategic planning, events, and CRM-based stewardship.