Manager, Development Global Nexus - Hamilton, Canada - McMaster University

McMaster University

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Hamilton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Are you interested in supporting the prevention of the next global pandemic?

The Manager, Development is a new position based out of Canada's Global Nexus for Pandemics and Biological Threats ("Global Nexus") within McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences.

Global Nexus is an ambitious institutional strategic priority that builds on more than 15 years of McMaster's world-leading expertise in infectious disease, antimicrobial resistance, pandemics and preparing for the biological threats we may face in the future.

McMaster University is internationally recognized as a world-class institution for teaching, research and scholarship, with a distinctive vision to advance human and societal health and well-being.

We are ranked among the top 100 universities in the world, as one of Canada's top two most research-intensive universities, and as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers committed to advancing employment equity and reflecting the diversity of Canadian society in the workplace.

About the Position
McMaster University is seeking an entrepreneurial and highly motivated Manager, Development to drive annual philanthropic revenue for Global Nexus.

As a skilled relationship manager, the Manager, Development will employ a collaborative and service-oriented approach to their work, developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders with the primary goal of securing major gifts with a focus on gifts of $250,000 and larger.

Reporting jointly to the Associate Director, Development in the Faculty of Health Sciences and the Director of Operations for Global Nexus, the Manager, Development will be a strategic, innovative and goal-oriented fundraiser focused on identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding support for Global Nexus from a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects.

Working closely with senior academic leaders, University Advancement leadership and key volunteers, the Manager, Development plays a lead role in developing and executing on campaign strategies for Global Nexus and reviewing the progress of activities underway.

You are comfortable using your strong communication and interpersonal skills to develop and present compelling proposals and requests for philanthropic support.

Throughout your career, you have developed a demonstrated understanding of strategic moves management, project management, volunteer management, and the management of complex relationships with donors, senior volunteers, administrative partners, and senior institutional leaders.

Primary Responsibilities

The Manager, Development will be accountable for a wide-ranging portfolio charged with advancing and enhancing the relationships, reputation and resources of Global Nexus through revenue generation and strategic moves management, annual planning and project management, as well as relationship, partnership and alliance building.

The Manager, Development will strategically engage and support senior internal leadership to secure and grow Global Nexus' base of major supporters as well as to celebrate and steward these donors in a manner that inspires meaningful long-lasting relationships.

Qualifications and Competencies:

Progressive fundraising roles, preferably within a large and complex environment
Proven success cultivating, soliciting and securing complex major, estate, and blended gifts of $250,000 and greater
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders including donors, senior volunteers, administrative partners, and senior institutional leaders
A team player who can effectively build cross functional relations to enhance revenue results
Excellent communication skills including exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills
High standard of professionalism, confidentiality, thoughtfulness, diplomacy and tact
A strong sense of accountability to annual targets, booking meetings, and securing major gifts
A forwardthinking approach to work that anticipates obstacles and plans for contingencies
Appreciation of the impact of postsecondary and healthcare philanthropy
Computer literacy including Microsoft Office and relationship management databases

We believe in growth and curiosity.

If you have some of these qualities and are excited about this opportunity, then we want to hear from you.

What We Offer

McMaster University has a market-driven total rewards package including a comprehensive benefits plan, including expanded mental health benefit entitlement, health spending account, retirement savings plans, vacation, professional development fund and tuition assistance.

Our total rewards package attracts, develops and retains our outstanding workforce.

Hybrid work arrangements and flexible working hours to promote employee wellbeing
Industryleading paid time off (vacation, personal management days, and holiday closure)
Generous salary range with annual performance pay an