Advisor, Advancement Projects

**Department** VER Development and Alumni Relations

**Salary range** $67,159 to $111,927

**Posted date** July 7, 2025

**Closing date** July 16, 2025

**Position Type** Full Time - Operating Funded

**Description**:
**_This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA)._**

In accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer Agreement, this position has a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary range of $67,159 to $111,927.

**Location** - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at Enterprise Square.

**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 Development and Alumni Relations**

The Development and Alumni Relations team at the University of Alberta plays a critical role in fostering philanthropic support, engaging with its donor and alumni network to advance and achieve the university’s mission. As a part of the Advancement Services unit, Development Programs plays a key role in the effective delivery of project and program initiatives. The team provides essential project management expertise and strategic coordination for various programs and projects. They focus on maximizing operational efficiencies and ensuring positive engagement with partners and collaborators. Development Programs offers comprehensive services, including program support and delivery, facilitation, project management, advising, and reporting.

**Position Summary**

This position is responsible for leading projects that improve service delivery, identify optimal role assignments, implement operational planning, and create Standard Operating Procedures and projects that result in excellent donor experiences. Responsibilities include managing multiple high-level and strategic projects of various scope and duration, leading project teams, facilitating discussions and meetings, project analysis and reporting, business process mapping and identifying processes for improvement including re-engineering and automation, and facilitating stakeholder information-sharing sessions. This role is also responsible for leading and facilitating productive discussions and meetings with leadership and project teams to ensure projects and discussions progress to deliver tangible results. Responsibilities also include managing Advancing U - the University of Alberta fundraiser training program.

**Duties**
- Leads projects from start to finish that improve service delivery and create Standard Operating Procedures that result in excellent donor experiences.
- Manages multiple high-level and strategic projects of various scopes and duration, leading project teams, project analysis and reporting, business process mapping, documentation preparation and delivery, and developing and rolling out process communication and socialization plans.
- Identifies processes and conducts gap analysis for improvement including re-engineering and automation, and facilitating stakeholder information-sharing sessions.
- Facilitates and implements operational planning for Development and Alumni Relations.
- Manages Advancing U - the University of Alberta fundraising training program (combination of outsourced and in-house sessions).

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor's Degree in Business or other related field. Masters preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience in project management, strategic planning, or policy design.
- Experience working with collaborators to review and update policy, procedure, and SOPs.
- Proven ability to lead and facilitate engaging and productive discussions and meetings, fostering an environment of active participation to achieve actionable outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Success in facilitating and implementing operational and business planning sessions.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with individuals in varying roles and levels.
- Proven project management experience and developing project documentation.
- Understanding of the University's formal structures, informal structures, culture(s), practices, and objectives.
- Experience facilitating and delivering training and developing training plans.
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