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Associate Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations
The University of British Columbia
Job Title
Associate Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations
Job Category
M&P - AAPS
Job Profile
AAPS Salaried - Development & Alumni Engagement, Level D
Job Family Group
Staff - Non Union
Department
Corporate and Foundation Relations | Development | Development & Alumni Engagement
Compensation Range
$8,810.92 - $13,202.50 CAD Monthly
The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salaryfor a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between theminimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full jobknowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course,employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum andmidpoint of the salary range for a job.
Job End Date
Ongoing
Posting End Date
November 10, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Job Description Summary
This fundraiser position is responsible for generating strategic prospect contact at the major gift level. The Associate Director is responsible for managing a defined development program at an average $1.5+ million level, or resource development activity at an average $1+ million annually as well as for providing technical expertise and specialized knowledge to all development units, requiring specialized expertise in a particular area of development work. Responsible for managing a minimum of 75-150 prospects, making 20-25 solicitations and raising a minimum average of $1+ M annually.
The Associate Director works in partnerships with senior management to facilitate maximum private and public sector support; develops and implements comprehensive and complex plans for identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding major gift prospects and donors and develops and manages a portfolio of major gift prospects and meets potential prospects on a one-on one basis. The position will ensure appropriate donor recognition, acknowledgement and stewardship programs are in place and oversees the generation of donor/prospect solicitation materials and correspondence, and will have some administrative responsibilities.
Organizational Status
Reports to: One of: Senior Director, Director/Assistant Dean or Executive Director of Development
Works with: UBC faculty and staff involved in fundraising including the VP, Development and Alumni Engagement, the President of the University and other senior administrators as appropriate.
Contacts: Donors and outside community groups and organizations.
Supervises: Normally Associate Directors do not have direct supervisory responsibilities, but will mentor junior development staff.
Work Performed
Works in partnership with senior management to facilitate maximum private andpublic sector support for the University, with a Faculty/unit specificindividual annual dollar goal;
Develops and manages a portfolio of major gift prospects (75-150) makingface-to-face visits (100-200 annually) for the purposes of discovery,cultivation and solicitation strategies for prospects at the major gift level(defined as $50,000 and up). Responsible for coordinating and attendingface-to-face prospect/donor meetings, with an expectation to meet annualbenchmarks for these meetings;
Develops and implements a comprehensive plan for identifying, cultivating,soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors. Responsible formanagement of a portfolio of relationships;
Develops proposals and works with donors to generate gifts for priorityprojects. Develops and implements strategies for closing major giftsolicitations, with an expectation to make solicitations (20-25 annually) atthe major gift level;
Ensures that appropriate donor recognition, acknowledgment and stewardshipprograms take place;
Generates donor/prospect solicitation materials and correspondence;
Performs other related duties as required.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
The position is a critical point of contact for donors and university staff inrelation to development activities. The Associate Director is expected to makedecisions and recommendations impacting a total development goal. Incorrectinterpretation or communication of university policy and procedures or lack oftact, diplomacy or sensitivity in dealing with major donors and senioradministrators could potentially result in damaged relationships andcredibility, leading to the potential loss of these donations.
This position is also critical in advising and ensuring proper interpretationand implementation of academic and fiscal policies for fundraising, senioradministrators, and development staff. The Associate Director is responsible fora portfolio of donors and prospects, as well as for an individual goal perannum. If inappropriate advice, incorrect interpretation or improper financialanalysis were conveyed to major donors or senior university administrators,millions of dollars could be incorrectly administered or unavailable fordisbursement. UBC could be in direct violation of stewardship and trusteeshipobligations to donors and for funds received through bequests.
The incumbent participates in decisions concerning the planning, organizationand utilization of staff, staff selection and job performance reviews.
Supervision Received
The incumbent works under general direction according to broad objectives. Worksindependently with discretion relating to donor negotiations, policyadministration and interpretation, and administrative responsibilities. Overallstrategic planning on global fund-raising initiatives is executed inconsultation with the manager.
Supervision Given
May have direct supervisory responsibilities, and will mentor junior development staff.
Minimum Qualifications
University degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of five years of related job experience including experience in fundraising alumni relations, advancement experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in 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
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. A graduate degree and/or an undergraduate degree in commerce, marketing or economics is preferred. A minimum of seven plus years experience in their field of expertise, combined with post-graduate and/or specialized training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven experience in Major-Gift fundraising and skilled in strategy development. Thorough knowledge of the university environment and academic structure is preferred. Experience working with a centralized fundraising system an asset. Strong conceptual abilities combined with high attention to detail. Effective communication skills, verbal and written. Ability to work independently while exercising good judgement at all times. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills required in liaising with major donors, corporate executives and senior university administration. Tact, diplomacy, discretion and sound judgment required. The incumbent should have the ability to plan, coordinate and supervise the work of others, in order to execute a variety of complex projects with imposed deadlines .Ability to work simultaneously on a variety of complex projects with imposed deadlines. Proven ability to work with the University s senior-most donors to advance the University s mission. Computer experience required; MS Windows environment, Microsoft Office preferred. Ability to formulate strategic plans. Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills are required, along with strategic thinking and skills in conflict resolution.
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Job Category
M&P - AAPS
Job Profile
AAPS Salaried - Development & Alumni Engagement, Level D
Job Family Group
Staff - Non Union
Department
Corporate and Foundation Relations | Development | Development & Alumni Engagement
Compensation Range
$8,810.92 - $13,202.50 CAD Monthly
The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salaryfor a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between theminimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full jobknowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course,employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum andmidpoint of the salary range for a job.
Job End Date
Ongoing
Posting End Date
November 10, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Job Description Summary
This fundraiser position is responsible for generating strategic prospect contact at the major gift level. The Associate Director is responsible for managing a defined development program at an average $1.5+ million level, or resource development activity at an average $1+ million annually as well as for providing technical expertise and specialized knowledge to all development units, requiring specialized expertise in a particular area of development work. Responsible for managing a minimum of 75-150 prospects, making 20-25 solicitations and raising a minimum average of $1+ M annually.
The Associate Director works in partnerships with senior management to facilitate maximum private and public sector support; develops and implements comprehensive and complex plans for identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding major gift prospects and donors and develops and manages a portfolio of major gift prospects and meets potential prospects on a one-on one basis. The position will ensure appropriate donor recognition, acknowledgement and stewardship programs are in place and oversees the generation of donor/prospect solicitation materials and correspondence, and will have some administrative responsibilities.
Organizational Status
Reports to: One of: Senior Director, Director/Assistant Dean or Executive Director of Development
Works with: UBC faculty and staff involved in fundraising including the VP, Development and Alumni Engagement, the President of the University and other senior administrators as appropriate.
Contacts: Donors and outside community groups and organizations.
Supervises: Normally Associate Directors do not have direct supervisory responsibilities, but will mentor junior development staff.
Work Performed
Works in partnership with senior management to facilitate maximum private andpublic sector support for the University, with a Faculty/unit specificindividual annual dollar goal;
Develops and manages a portfolio of major gift prospects (75-150) makingface-to-face visits (100-200 annually) for the purposes of discovery,cultivation and solicitation strategies for prospects at the major gift level(defined as $50,000 and up). Responsible for coordinating and attendingface-to-face prospect/donor meetings, with an expectation to meet annualbenchmarks for these meetings;
Develops and implements a comprehensive plan for identifying, cultivating,soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors. Responsible formanagement of a portfolio of relationships;
Develops proposals and works with donors to generate gifts for priorityprojects. Develops and implements strategies for closing major giftsolicitations, with an expectation to make solicitations (20-25 annually) atthe major gift level;
Ensures that appropriate donor recognition, acknowledgment and stewardshipprograms take place;
Generates donor/prospect solicitation materials and correspondence;
Performs other related duties as required.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
The position is a critical point of contact for donors and university staff inrelation to development activities. The Associate Director is expected to makedecisions and recommendations impacting a total development goal. Incorrectinterpretation or communication of university policy and procedures or lack oftact, diplomacy or sensitivity in dealing with major donors and senioradministrators could potentially result in damaged relationships andcredibility, leading to the potential loss of these donations.
This position is also critical in advising and ensuring proper interpretationand implementation of academic and fiscal policies for fundraising, senioradministrators, and development staff. The Associate Director is responsible fora portfolio of donors and prospects, as well as for an individual goal perannum. If inappropriate advice, incorrect interpretation or improper financialanalysis were conveyed to major donors or senior university administrators,millions of dollars could be incorrectly administered or unavailable fordisbursement. UBC could be in direct violation of stewardship and trusteeshipobligations to donors and for funds received through bequests.
The incumbent participates in decisions concerning the planning, organizationand utilization of staff, staff selection and job performance reviews.
Supervision Received
The incumbent works under general direction according to broad objectives. Worksindependently with discretion relating to donor negotiations, policyadministration and interpretation, and administrative responsibilities. Overallstrategic planning on global fund-raising initiatives is executed inconsultation with the manager.
Supervision Given
May have direct supervisory responsibilities, and will mentor junior development staff.
Minimum Qualifications
University degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of five years of related job experience including experience in fundraising alumni relations, advancement experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in 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
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. A graduate degree and/or an undergraduate degree in commerce, marketing or economics is preferred. A minimum of seven plus years experience in their field of expertise, combined with post-graduate and/or specialized training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven experience in Major-Gift fundraising and skilled in strategy development. Thorough knowledge of the university environment and academic structure is preferred. Experience working with a centralized fundraising system an asset. Strong conceptual abilities combined with high attention to detail. Effective communication skills, verbal and written. Ability to work independently while exercising good judgement at all times. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills required in liaising with major donors, corporate executives and senior university administration. Tact, diplomacy, discretion and sound judgment required. The incumbent should have the ability to plan, coordinate and supervise the work of others, in order to execute a variety of complex projects with imposed deadlines .Ability to work simultaneously on a variety of complex projects with imposed deadlines. Proven ability to work with the University s senior-most donors to advance the University s mission. Computer experience required; MS Windows environment, Microsoft Office preferred. Ability to formulate strategic plans. Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills are required, along with strategic thinking and skills in conflict resolution.
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