Director, Advancement

COMPETITION NUMBER: 1489

CLOSING DATE: NOVEMBER 7, 2025 @ 11:59PM MDT

EXTERNAL RELATIONS

The Director, Advancement is a senior leadership role at NorQuest College, reporting to the Vice President, External Relations. This position is pivotal in shaping and executing the College's advancement strategy, focusing on philanthropy, alumni engagement, and donor relations. The Director will lead the NorQuest College Foundation, manage major gift campaigns, and foster meaningful relationships with donors, alumni, and community stakeholders to support the College's mission and strategic priorities.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Develop and implement a comprehensive advancement strategy aligned with the College's mission and strategic priorities.
• Lead major gift fundraising efforts, including identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors capable of contributing $1M+.
• Oversee alumni and donor engagement programs to build long-term relationships and enhance philanthropic support.
• Manage the NorQuest College Foundation, ensuring effective governance, financial stewardship, and compliance with policies and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (faculty, staff, administration) and external partners (industry, government, community) to align fundraising efforts with institutional priorities.
• Serve as a public-facing ambassador for NorQuest College, representing the institution at events, conferences, and meetings to strengthen relationships and enhance its reputation.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in advancement, fundraising, or related fields, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of securing major gifts and managing donor relationships.
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, donor stewardship, and nonprofit governance.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker, you bring experience in:

• Leading and executing comprehensive advancement strategies that align with institutional goals.
• Cultivating and securing major gifts from individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
• Building and sustaining effective alumni and donor engagement programs.
• Managing nonprofit organizations or foundations, ensuring compliance and financial stewardship.
• Collaborating with diverse stakeholders to advance institutional priorities.
• Representing organizations at public events and in community relations.
• Fostering inclusive and high-performing team cultures.

SALARY: $138,988 -$190,798 annually. This is a fulltime permanent position with immediate access to our great pension and benefit programs.

Please email your resume to referencing Position ID # ATYN

Should you have an inquiry regarding this position, please contact Max Frank at ext. 102 or Terri Davis at ext. 101.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate's suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service
• World Education Services

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution's work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we'll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.