Date Posted: 07/23/2024
Req ID: 38855
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: ARTSC: Ofc of the Dean
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00033203

Description:

About us:

The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada’s leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.


Your opportunity:

The Advancement team generates private-sector revenue to support the Faculty and its academic priorities. Through a range of programs and special initiatives, we raise awareness among current and prospective donors and volunteers regarding the importance of investing in the Faculty. Our office engages in cultivating and sustaining strong relationships with all stakeholders, including our accomplished alumni who are located in more than 190 countries.

The Advancement Office at the Faculty of Arts & Science play a critical role in achieving the future success of the Faculty. We are responsible for generating private-sector revenue to support the Faculty and all of its strategic priorities. Our department cultivates and sustains strong relationships with donors, alumni and other stakeholders.

The Senior Development Officer (SDO), Major Gifts will be partof a team working under the direction of the Associate Director of Development, and will be tasked with the responsibility of identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding donors to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the Major Gift level ($50,000 - $4M). The incumbent will develop customized proposals and tailored initiatives designed to increase the interest and involvement of donors. Duties will include: meeting with donors to identify, cultivate and solicit for support and interest in the Faculty of Arts & Science; ensuring proper stewardships of major gifts; preparing call reports, proposals, progress reports and prospect correspondence; collaborating with other members of the University’s Advancement community to develop and execute strategies, and realize goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assessing needs and contributing to the development and implementation of plans for prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and recognition
• Developing tailored fundraising initiatives that support strategic initiatives
• Identifying, evaluating and recommending the necessary steps to bring the prospect closer to making a major financial commitment to the University
• Conducting advanced research and analysis from a variety of sources to provide detailed background data on donors
• Developing and implementing plans to support donor management and stewardship strategies and/or activities
• Writing briefing notes, solicitation plans and call reports to track donor interaction

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years experience in a senior staff fundraising role with a proven track record of success
• Demonstrated experience with development and implementation of plans for prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and recognition
• Demonstrated understanding of the Faculty of Arts and Science and the University of Toronto
• Experience researching and analysing from a variety of sources to provide detailed background data on donors
• Well-developed project management, liaison and relationship management experience
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, results oriented team environment
• Strong computer skills including word processing, database software and spread sheet programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, ARBOR)
• Excellent writing skills in preparing briefing notes, solicitation plans and donor reports
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and relationship management skills

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Diplomatic
• Organized
• Persuasive
• Problem solver
• Resourceful
• Team player

This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto’s Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 08/07/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 15 -- $95,627. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $122,290. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial
Recruiter: Carolyn Wright

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.