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Development Officer

2 hours ago

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada University of Waterloo Full time

At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day.

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Job Requisition ID:

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Group:

Staff

Job Category:

Advancement and Alumni Engagement

Employment Type:

Permanent

Department:

Faculty of Mathematics - Dean of Mathematics Office - Development

Hiring Range:

$78, $97,768.38

Posting Information:

The internal deadline for this posting is December 18 ,2025 at 11:59pm.

Job Description:

Primary Purpose

Accountable to the Associate Director, Development, Faculty of Mathematics, and working in cooperation with the Development and Alumni Affairs team, the Development Officer will be responsible for the corporate and individual fundraising of gifts within the Faculty of Mathematics. Primary responsibilities carried out as a member of the Development team and as a member of the Faculty of Mathematics, will include: identification, evaluation, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of corporate, foundation and individual donors for the University of Waterloo's Faculty of Mathematics, and interdisciplinary priority projects.

Key Accountabilities

Portfolio & Prospect Management

  • Develops and maintains a good working knowledge of the faculty, and the University of Waterloo's activities, priorities and needs in both teaching and research.

  • Has a thorough working knowledge of the Faculty of Mathematics fundraising priorities and the University of Waterloo's priority projects and progress.

  • Using this knowledge, and in consultation with the Associate Director Development, coordinates fundraising strategies for the corporate, foundation, and individual sectors, including cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of prospects.

  • Actively seeks out new prospects for the faculty and coordinates prospect identification and research activities to support and help build the Faculty's pipeline.

  • Communicates the Faculty of Math Annual giving priorities to Waterloo Annual Giving team in consultation with the Associate Director of Development

  • Has knowledge of giving vehicles and non-complex gifts, refers planned giving.

Communications & Coordination

  • Creates fundraising materials suitable for presentation to prospective contributors by soliciting technical content from faculty members and working with the Faculty of Mathematics Communications team, Office of Advancement, Creative Services, and University Relations as required.

  • Develops proposals for projects tailored to the specific interests of corporations, foundations, individuals and associations in conjunction with the faculty.

  • Maintains/updates the database by ensuring that meeting notes are recorded and significant moves are tracked in the system.

  • Gives direction and advice to student fundraising initiatives (including sponsorship) within the Faculty.

  • Coordinates special projects and campaigns as assigned.

  • Provides functional direction to administrative staff involved in these activities, where applicable.

Relationship Management

  • Establishes and maintains relationships with the corporate sector (donations officer, senior officers, etc.), including calls to companies, arranging site visits to campus, special events, announcements, information exchanges.

  • Supports the work of the Alumni Engagement Specialist in coordinating communications and building relationships with volunteers, students, young alumni and graduates.

  • Supports the work of the Donor Relations Officer in coordinating communications and maintaining relationship with donors.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • University degree or equivalent education or experience

Experience

  • 3-5 years of progressive fundraising experience in securing major gifts

  • Experience with the full scope of development activities including discovery, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, recognition and stewardship at the major gift level.

  • Successful record of accomplishment of developing and implementing strategies for major gift solicitations with demonstrated success in personally securing and closing major gifts.

  • Experience fundraising in a university environment is considered an asset.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Understanding and appreciation of the key role of a university education and in particular Mathematics, and the crucial importance of attracting and retaining the very best talent available (students, faculty, staff).

  • Understanding of the university environment including the integration of research and teaching.

  • Knowledge of giving vehicles and non-complex gifts.

  • Proven competence in project management, multi-tasking, planning, analytical and organizational skills.

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, oral and writing skills including the expertise to create promotional materials and proposals.

  • Political acumen and problem solving skills are required.

  • A willingness to travel and work extended hours as required (some weekends and evenings).

  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently and effectively as part of a team with a broad mandate in a fast-paced, highly computerized and challenging environment.

  • Knowledge and excellence in working with fundraising software is an asset.

  • Demonstrated relationship building skills, excellent time management and proven ability to meet competing deadlines in an organized manner.

  • Must have strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

  • Computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Constituent Management Software.

  • CFRE or fundraising certificate an asset but not required.

  • Willingness to travel and occasional evening and weekend work.

Equity Statement

The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is coordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at or , ext