Director of Development - Régina, SK, Canada - University of Saskatchewan

Description

Primary Purpose: The Director of Development is responsible for developing major gift fundraising plans, primarily in Regina and the surrounding region, to significantly increase and diversify revenue for the University of Saskatchewan. The Director will provide high-level expertise, direction and facilitation in the development, and implementation of fundraising and alumni strategies designed to maximize long term support for, and engagement with, the university.

Nature of Work: Under the strategic direction of the Associate Vice-President, Development, working in collaboration with multiple team members, the Director will drive the development of cultivation/solicitation fundraising plans and projects, leading priority initiatives that support major gifts, designed to lift the profile of the University of Saskatchewan as a major destination for alumni and philanthropic engagement.

This position not only engages donors and alumni in key programs and initiatives, articulating the opportunities and impact of financial investments, but also may support specific fundraising programs and engagement initiatives. The incumbent is required to garner an in-depth understanding of the Comprehensive Campaign initiatives with the mandate to build relationships that support philanthropy while also creating opportunities for alumni engagement. The Director will build and manage alumni relationships while working closely with development professionals to identify donor prospects.

The work requires a proactive approach in a complex environment and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences by a variety of methods and communication mediums. Establishing and maintaining positive relationships and modeling best practices is essential to success. This position makes discretionary decisions and uses excellent judgment to determine appropriate procedures in alignment with legislative requirements and institutional policies. Accuracy and attention to detail is essential to ensure information provided to others is correct. The environment is dynamic and fast-paced.

University Relations is responsible for institutional advancement programs and as such is dedicated to supporting the related needs of all colleges, units and the university as a whole. University Relations is comprised of specialized teams that work together as an integrated team to ensure that the University of Saskatchewan has the reputation, relationships and resources necessary to take its place among the most distinguished universities in Canada and the world.

The University of Saskatchewan values diversity and Indigenous engagement is a strategic priority. In support of this priority, the position will lead a team environment which recognizes and supports the importance and value of diversity in achieving the mission of the University, and actively seek out those with diverse cultural backgrounds, perspective, and experiences to support the mission.

In University Relations, the nature of our work centers on our guiding principles of being:

• Inspiring: We are confident in ourselves and our goals. We instill confidence and excitement in others to bring them along with us.
• Committed to each other's success: We look for opportunities to make all our teams and the University successful.
• Collaborative and integrated: We work together toward shared goals.
• Solutions- and action-oriented: We continuously seek a path forward and we get things done.
• Brave and courageous: We expect to encounter obstacles.
  We face these challenges head-on.
• Respectful: We demonstrate our regard for others through listening, understanding, and acknowledging the contributions of all.

Accountabilities:

• Identify, engage, cultivate, solicitate and steward gifts from donors and prospects in support of institutional priorities in the Regina and Southern Saskatchewan area.
• Oversee the production of tailored principal and major gift proposals and case statements.
• Provide strategic fundraising expertise for fundraising initiatives identified by senior leadership. This includes providing high-level support for programs and projects requiring major gift support.
• Actively manage a portfolio of current and prospective major donors with a focus on those who have the ability to make significant major gifts to support institutional priorities and campaign goals.
• Strengthen long-term relationships with the university's major donors by ensuring they are stewarded and recognized in ways that are meaningful to them and that are in alignment with institutional recognition guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with college advancement colleagues and appropriate members of the University of Relations team to ensure all aspects of college and university advancement activity are closely aligned with relevant institutional policies and guidelines.
• Establish, enhance and promote the university as a leader in donor-centered development.
• Through collaboration and meaningfully engagement, actively contribute to creating a university environment that is engaged with and inspired by the philanthropic work undertaken by University Relations.
• Ensure fundraising activity targets are met and where possible exceeded.
• Work collaboratively with the alumni relations team to identify alumni ambassadors, groups and events to support alumni engagement activities.
• Develop, in collaborations with the alumni relations team, annual goals and objectives and evaluate efforts in support of alumni relations priorities.
• Provide expertise and guidance on alumni engagement principles and practices to support colleagues and partners across campus in achieving their alumni engagement goals in alignment with the priorities of the alumni relations office.
• Ensure volunteer opportunities are incorporated in alumni engagement programs and activities and always uphold an exemplary level of volunteer stewardship.

Education: Undergraduate degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred. Professional accreditation as a CFRE is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' demonstrated experience in fundraising or related discipline preferably within a higher education or comparably complex environment.
• Previous experience in alumni relations and events management would be an asset.
• Previous experience working with volunteers and an interest in community/stakeholder engagement is preferred.
• Success in building and managing collaborative relationships and managing multiple projects.
• Ability to compose professional level correspondence and meet deadlines with excellent proofreading skills and command of language, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• High attention to detail, prioritization of work and organizational skills required.
• High competence in computer programs, web-based content management systems and applications, and digital/social media platforms. Knowledge of BBCRM – Engage CRM is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of the University of Saskatchewan's culture, issues, goals, and stakeholders is an asset.
• Enthusiasm for the mission of public universities and resonance with the University of Saskatchewan's mission, vision, and values.
• Proven success in building productive, long-term relationships with senior university and campus administrators, faculty, staff, donors, alumni, and other external stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to team building and professional development.
• Creativity and the ability to foster creativity in others.

Department: University Relations
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $83, ,027.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Managerial
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 3
Posted Date: 5/6/2024
Closing Date: 5/13/2024 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

Director of Development

Primary Purpose: The Director of Development is responsible for developing major gift fundraising plans, primarily in Regina and the surrounding region, to significantly increase and diversify revenue for the University of Saskatchewan. The Director will provide high-level expertise, direction and facilitation in the development, and implementation of fundraising and alumni strategies designed to maximize long term support for, and engagement with, the university.

Nature of Work: Under the strategic direction of the Associate Vice-President, Development, working in collaboration with multiple team members, the Director will drive the development of cultivation/solicitation fundraising plans and projects, leading priority initiatives that support major gifts, designed to lift the profile of the University of Saskatchewan as a major destination for alumni and philanthropic engagement.

This position not only engages donors and alumni in key programs and initiatives, articulating the opportunities and impact of financial investments, but also may support specific fundraising programs and engagement initiatives. The incumbent is required to garner an in-depth understanding of the Comprehensive Campaign initiatives with the mandate to build relationships that support philanthropy while also creating opportunities for alumni engagement. The Director will build and manage alumni relationships while working closely with development professionals to identify donor prospects.

The work requires a proactive approach in a complex environment and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences by a variety of methods and communication mediums. Establishing and maintaining positive relationships and modeling best practices is essential to success. This position makes discretionary decisions and uses excellent judgment to determine appropriate procedures in alignment with legislative requirements and institutional policies. Accuracy and attention to detail is essential to ensure information provided to others is correct. The environment is dynamic and fast-paced.

University Relations is responsible for institutional advancement programs and as such is dedicated to supporting the related needs of all colleges, units and the university as a whole. University Relations is comprised of specialized teams that work together as an integrated team to ensure that the University of Saskatchewan has the reputation, relationships and resources necessary to take its place among the most distinguished universities in Canada and the world.

The University of Saskatchewan values diversity and Indigenous engagement is a strategic priority. In support of this priority, the position will lead a team environment which recognizes and supports the importance and value of diversity in achieving the mission of the University, and actively seek out those with diverse cultural backgrounds, perspective, and experiences to support the mission.

In University Relations, the nature of our work centers on our guiding principles of being:

• Inspiring: We are confident in ourselves and our goals. We instill confidence and excitement in others to bring them along with us.
• Committed to each other's success: We look for opportunities to make all our teams and the University successful.
• Collaborative and integrated: We work together toward shared goals.
• Solutions- and action-oriented: We continuously seek a path forward and we get things done.
• Brave and courageous: We expect to encounter obstacles.
  We face these challenges head-on.
• Respectful: We demonstrate our regard for others through listening, understanding, and acknowledging the contributions of all.

Accountabilities:

Fundraising & Alumni Relations

• Identify, engage, cultivate, solicitate and steward gifts from donors and prospects in support of institutional priorities in the Regina and Southern Saskatchewan area.
• Oversee the production of tailored principal and major gift proposals and case statements.
• Provide strategic fundraising expertise for fundraising initiatives identified by senior leadership. This includes providing high-level support for programs and projects requiring major gift support.
• Actively manage a portfolio of current and prospective major donors with a focus on those who have the ability to make significant major gifts to support institutional priorities and campaign goals.
• Strengthen long-term relationships with the university's major donors by ensuring they are stewarded and recognized in ways that are meaningful to them and that are in alignment with institutional recognition guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with college advancement colleagues and appropriate members of the University of Relations team to ensure all aspects of college and university advancement activity are closely aligned with relevant institutional policies and guidelines.
• Establish, enhance and promote the university as a leader in donor-centered development.
• Through collaboration and meaningfully engagement, actively contribute to creating a university environment that is engaged with and inspired by the philanthropic work undertaken by University Relations.
• Ensure fundraising activity targets are met and where possible exceeded.
• Work collaboratively with the alumni relations team to identify alumni ambassadors, groups and events to support alumni engagement activities.
• Develop, in collaborations with the alumni relations team, annual goals and objectives and evaluate efforts in support of alumni relations priorities.
• Provide expertise and guidance on alumni engagement principles and practices to support colleagues and partners across campus in achieving their alumni engagement goals in alignment with the priorities of the alumni relations office.
• Ensure volunteer opportunities are incorporated in alumni engagement programs and activities and always uphold an exemplary level of volunteer stewardship.

Education: Undergraduate degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred. Professional accreditation as a CFRE is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' demonstrated experience in fundraising or related discipline preferably within a higher education or comparably complex environment.
• Previous experience in alumni relations and events management would be an asset.
• Previous experience working with volunteers and an interest in community/stakeholder engagement is preferred.
• Success in building and managing collaborative relationships and managing multiple projects.
• Ability to compose professional level correspondence and meet deadlines with excellent proofreading skills and command of language, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• High attention to detail, prioritization of work and organizational skills required.
• High competence in computer programs, web-based content management systems and applications, and digital/social media platforms. Knowledge of BBCRM – Engage CRM is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of the University of Saskatchewan's culture, issues, goals, and stakeholders is an asset.

Skills/Competencies:

• Enthusiasm for the mission of public universities and resonance with the University of Saskatchewan's mission, vision, and values.
• Proven success in building productive, long-term relationships with senior university and campus administrators, faculty, staff, donors, alumni, and other external stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to team building and professional development.
• Creativity and the ability to foster creativity in others.

Department: University Relations
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $83, ,027.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Managerial
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 3
Posted Date: 5/6/2024
Closing Date: 5/13/2024 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at:

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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