Development Officer

Job Title Development Officer Department UBCO | Fundraisers | Development & Alumni Engagement Compensation Range $7,283.75 - $10,474.08 CAD Monthly Posting End Date January 28, 2026 Job End Date Ongoing UBC Okanagan is seeking a Development Officer, Mid‑Level Gifts, who is passionate about fundraising and building relationships to secure support for the Okanagan campus. This role involves engaging donors, asking for gifts, and collaborating with the Development and Alumni Engagement team to advanceantic our shared goals. You will be responsible for building and maintaining a healthy donor pipeline through high‑volume prospecting,ministrator‑enhancement and solicitation activities that support initiatives across the entire campus, including the Heat teams and Giving Day. If you have strong relationship‑building skills, strategic thinking, and a knack for problem‑solving, join our hardworking, supportive fundraising team and helpմանը build philanthropy to support our students and groundbreaking research. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office required), although this may change due to operational requirements. UBC is committed to attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, bringing_RECEive richness to UBC as a workplaceobre and creating the necessary conditions for rewarding recommitment. Job Description sponsoring Responsible for administering fundraising programs, including research Situ producing,strategics, preparing proposals, stewardship and moving fundraising accounts through the donor cycle and raising an average minimum of $0.75‑1.5 M annually; or responsible for supporting development related activities of senior university administrationaderno by managing complex relationships with multi‑unit stakeholders. Par  Participates in comprehensive plans for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors. Assists in developing strategies for closing gifts. Annual targets are set by work‑plan goals and objectives. If the position has direct donor contact, metrics are included. If no direct donor contact, targets are also set by work‑plan goals and objectives. Role Responsibilities Works in partnership with senior managers to facilitate maximum private and public sector support for the unit. Develops and implements a comprehensive plan for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors. Develops and implements strategies for closing major gift solicitations and coordinates staffing for these solicitations. Develops and manages a portfolio of major gift prospects (75‑125) and conducts 100‑125 face‑to‑face visits annually to support discovery, cultivation and solicitation strategies for prospects (major gift defined as a donation of $25,000 or more). Develops proposals and works with donors to generate gifts for priority projects, with an expectation to make 20‑25 solicitations at the major‑gift level annually. Ensures that donor recognition, acknowledgment and stewardship programs are in place. Generates donor/prospect solicitation materials and correspondence. Performs other related duties as required. Supervision Works independently under general direction from a manager to achieve objectives. More complex issues may be escalated to the manager. May supervise Development Coordinators, Development Associates, and support staff. Minimum Qualifications University degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of 3 years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives that may conflict with one’s own. Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Preferred Qualifications A degree in commerce, marketing or economics would be an asset. Three years of fundraising or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and-пр experience. Requires UBC‑wide knowledge and understanding of priorities, projects and opportunities. Thorough knowledge of the university environment and academic structure is preferred. Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. Abilitye to exercise tact and discretion. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to foster community relationships and fundraising opportunities. Analytical abilities: identify key information and issues, and effectively resolve problems. #J-18808-Ljbffr