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Strategic Fundraising Specialist, Leadership and Planned Giving

2 months ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada University of Toronto Full time

About Us:

The University of Toronto is a world-renowned institution of higher learning, committed to fostering a culture of excellence and inclusivity. Our campus is a vibrant community of scholars, researchers, and staff, united by a shared passion for discovery and innovation.

Our Mission:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Development Officer to join our team, responsible for leading the fundraising and alumni relations activities for the University of Toronto. As a key member of our Development and Alumni Relations Office, you will play a critical role in advancing our strategic objectives and building strong relationships with our stakeholders.

Your Opportunity:

The Senior Development Officer, Leadership and Planned Giving will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting donors at the Leadership Giving level (gifts of $1,000 to $50,000) and for planned gifts. You will develop tailored strategies to engage individuals, corporations, foundations, and associations who are capable of making significant contributions to the University. Your expertise will be essential in developing and implementing donor engagement plans that support our strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assessing needs and contributing to the development and implementation of plans for prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, and recognition
  • Developing tailored fundraising initiatives for leadership and planned giving that support strategic initiatives
  • Identifying, evaluating, and recommending the necessary steps to bring prospects closer to making a major financial commitment to the University
  • Developing marketing/communications strategies that support fundraising campaigns and programs
  • Analyzing the impact of stewardship programming on fundraising initiatives
  • Cultivating and soliciting current and prospective gift donors through tailored stewardship programs
  • Developing and implementing donor engagement plans that support strategic objectives
  • Writing briefing notes, solicitation plans, and call reports to track donor interaction

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience
  • Minimum five years of related experience in a fundraising role with a proven track record of success
  • Demonstrated leadership annual giving experience (gifts of $1,000 to $50,000) and/or planned giving development experience
  • Demonstrated success in building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Exceptional inter-personal and communications (written and verbal) skills
  • Experience working with database management systems
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Evidence of leadership, initiative, and creativity
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality
  • Must be able to multi-task and meet deadlines; and exercise accuracy and attention to detail

Assets (Nonessential):

  • Previous experience working in a post-secondary or not-for-profit organization
  • Experience and knowledge of planned giving programs and types of current/deferred gifts of assets and related vehicles; or a strong interest in learning and professional development
  • Experience working with senior-level volunteers considered an asset
  • Access to a vehicle is an asset

To be successful in this role, you will be:

  • Accountable
  • Communicator
  • Efficient
  • Goal-oriented
  • Multi-tasker
  • Resourceful
  • Team player

Notes:

  • This is a one-year term position
  • A copy of the full job description is available upon request from the University of Toronto
  • This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines