Strategic Fundraising Director for Advancement and Alumni Relations

6 days ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Fundraising Director to lead our Advancement and Alumni Relations team at AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising plan that encompasses short- and long-term philanthropic goals.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in major gift fundraising, with expertise in prospect research, donor cultivation, and planned giving. You will provide strategic leadership to the development and execution of a comprehensive annual plan for major gifts and fundraising activities, including managing and growing a portfolio of major gift donors.

In this role, you will direct the research, identification, cultivation, and tracking of individual major gift prospects, as well as enhance the University's profile by developing and maintaining effective relationships with key individuals in the media, corporate community, government, and other educational institutions.

You will also facilitate alumni engagement through organizing and coordinating alumni meetings, reunions, and events, and manage Advancement staff including overseeing and participating in selection, mentoring, development, and performance management.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and make a meaningful contribution to the advancement of education and research in the creative sector.

About Emily Carr University

Emily Carr University of Art + Design is a school of students, faculty, thinkers, and makers unlike any other. Established in 1925, we are the only specialized, accredited, public, post-secondary university in British Columbia solely devoted to education and research in the creative sector and its associated knowledge economy.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range: $101,172 - $134,896 CAD per annum
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students and community

Requirements

  • Master's Degree in a relevant field
  • Minimum five years' relevant experience in progressively more responsible roles in fundraising at a management level
  • Expertise in fundraising, prospect research, donor cultivation, and planned giving
  • CFRE designation is preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills

Location

This position is based in Vancouver, BC, Canada



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