Development Officer

2 months ago

Saskatoon, Canada University of Saskatchewan Full time

**Development Officer**:
**Primary Purpose**:
To significantly increase and diversify revenue by obtaining philanthropic support from donors and prospects in the form of significant major gifts that support the College of Arts and Science and the University of Saskatchewan. The incumbent will plan, develop, solicit, and manage a portfolio of donors and prospective major gift donors with the goal of maximizing and diversifying financial support for projects and university-determined campaigns and goals.

**Nature of Work**:
The Development Officer reports to the Director of Advancement, College of Arts and Science and works collaboratively with University Relations staff and College of Arts and Science leaders, faculty and staff to build strategic relationships with prospects and donors.

This position engages donors in key programs and initiatives, articulating the opportunities and impact of their financial investments, and also supports specific fundraising programs or initiatives. The Development Officer is required to garner an in-depth understanding of college fundraising initiatives with the mandate to build relationships that support leadership and major gift programs.

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.

The University of Saskatchewan values diversity and Indigenous engagement is a strategic priority. In support of this priority, the position will contribute to 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**:

- Actively manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors and alumni with a focus on those who have the ability to make significant major gifts to support college priorities and campaign goals;
- Work collaboratively with college advancement colleagues and appropriate members of the UR team to ensure all aspects of College of Arts and Science development activity are closely aligned with relevant institutional policies and guidelines;
- Establish, enhance and promote the university as a leader in donor-centered fundraising;
- Through collaboration and meaningfully engagement, actively contribute to creating a university environment that is engaged with and inspired by the philanthropic work undertaken by the College of Arts and Science;
- In consultation with the Director of Advancement, College of Arts and Science:

- Effectively build and maintain collaborative relationships with the college’s donors, ensuring the appropriate tone and interest is projected, and appropriately solving or referring concerns as they arise;
- Implementing donor relations and fundraising tactics for all levels of donors in an effort to increase giving to the College of Arts and Science and the University;
- Providing support to college leaders, faculty, and staff in their donor related activities such as the development of briefing notes and arranging and attend meetings;
- Developing proposals, reports, letters, and other fundraising materials to share with donors.

**Education**:
An undergraduate degree and/or appropriate training and experience in a related field. Experience in an academic setting and recognized professional accreditation such as CFRE would be considered assets.

**Experience**:
Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in fundraising or closely related discipline preferably within a higher education or comparably complex environment; demonstrated success in goal and priority setting, success in building and managing collaborative relationships, managing multiple pr

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