Director of Development

2 weeks ago

Regina, Canada University of Saskatchewan Full time

**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

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