Manager, Advancement Research and Pipleline Management

2 weeks ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Carleton University Full time

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the advancement research team, spearheading initiatives that generate crucial insights into donors, prospects, alumni, and other key constituents, and ensuring an effective and coordinated advancement pipeline.

Working closely with partners across campus and beyond—including local, national, and international stakeholders—this role plays a vital part in strengthening relationships that advance alumni engagement, donor support and revenue generation, and institutional reputation.

Through thoughtful prospect research and pipeline management systems oversight and ongoing process improvements, the Manager supports Carleton University's fundraising objectives and contributes to engagement and reputation-building efforts across all constituencies, ultimately driving the university's overall success and growth.

Qualifications:

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

  • Knowledge of Advancement leadership concepts and practices including program/service delivery models, policy development, planning, budgeting, performance measurement management, and human resources.
  • Expert knowledge of fundraising data systems and Advancement Services.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in leveraging Microsoft tools for productivity, databases and reporting systems, AI tools, Enterprise platforms, and wide range of technology devices to drive operational excellence.
  • Knowledge of donor and other funder relations best practices, program design, delivery, assessment, and evaluation methodologies, processes, and practices.
  • Knowledge of relevant governing legislation, collective agreements, policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of DUA as well as the broader university academic units, departments, and divisions.
  • Knowledge of office productivity software and databases, internet browsers and search engines, discipline-specific software, enterprise software, and technology devices.
  • Knowledge of cultural competency and diversity.
  • Knowledge is used to lead prospect research and prospect management unit.
  • Knowledge in synthesizing multiple sources and priorities to make decisions.

Education and Experience:

The above is normally acquired through:

  • Completion of a Master's degree in a relevant field. Master of Library & Information Science preferred.
  • Minimum of seven years of previous progressive prospect research, including five years of management experience in a unionized environment.

HR Note:

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.


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