Assistant Dean, Development

**Department** Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sci - Development

**Hours per week** **Posted date** September 20, 2024

**Closing date** October 13, 2024

**Position Type** Full Time

**Description**:
This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.

In accordance with the Handbook of Employment for Management and Professional Staff (Excluded), this full-time continuing position offers a comprehensive benefits package that can be viewed on our Benefits Overview page and an annual salary range which will be commensurate with qualifications.

**Location - **This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person at North Campus, Edmonton.

**Working at the University of Alberta**
- The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

**Working for the Faculty**

**Position**

Reporting jointly to the Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences, and the Director, Faculty Development (College of Natural and Applied Sciences and the College of Social Sciences and Humanities) the Assistant Dean, Development is responsible for faculty-based and, where appropriate, as a contributor to College and University-wide Development initiatives. Known as a strategic thinker and aspirational goal-setters, they embrace their shared role in sustaining the University of Alberta’s impactful development program and culture which galvanizes support for the University of Alberta’s vision, mission, and values through campaigns and ongoing philanthropy.

The Assistant Dean, Development holds a senior management position within the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences and must possess a desire to help drive leading fundraising practices in Canada, a commitment to strong fundraising results through developing and delivering on outstanding philanthropic priorities, and to enhancing the University's reputation as a world-class institution. The Assistant Dean, Development works collaboratively with the Dean, the Director, Faculty Development, senior administrators, academic teams, individuals and advisory boards to build and execute a strategic development program in the Faculty that fosters strong personal and professional philanthropic relationships that result in contributions from individuals and organizations; and serves as a trusted resource, advocate, and spokesperson for fund-raising efforts.

The Assistant Dean, Development works closely with other Faculty and University leaders to build strong, supportive relationships with its worldwide community of students, alumni, public and corporate communities.

**Duties**
- As a senior fundraiser with significant experience in a post-secondary environment, the Assistant Dean, Development will be expected to hold an active donor portfolio managing complex relationships with multi-interest stakeholders.
- Provides strategic leadership and direction to the faculty’s fundraising team to guide development activity, inspire accountability, success, continuous professional growth and attract philanthropic contributions to the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences.
- Manages a high-performing team of fundraising professionals who are focused on building engaging, purpose-driven relationships with our academic and research leaders; our alumni; our learners; and our community of donors, partners and prospective supporters.
- In partnership with the Dean and the Director, Faculty Development leads the planning and development of fundraising priorities and projects, including the development of prospective campaigns, and prospect pipelines to support them and ensure effective communications and marketing requirements are identified and implemented in building compelling cases for support.
- Reports regularly to the Dean and the Director, Faculty Development on progress toward annual fundraising targets, including quarterly updates and annual performance evaluations.
- Oversees strategy development, plans, activity, and supporting materials to ensure an excellent donor experience, including preparing effective cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for current and prospective donors.
- Provides expert guidance and advice as a member of the Faculty’s leadership te