Development Officer, Faculty of Applied Science

Staff - Non Union

Job Category
M&P - AAPS

Job Profile
AAPS Salaried - Development & Alumni Engagement, Level C

Job Title
Development Officer, Faculty of Applied Science

Department
Development App Sci Operations

Compensation Range
$7,071.58 - $10,169.00 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date
April 19, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

Sept 12, 2025

Join our team at the UBC Faculty of Applied Science, where you'll play a crucial role in planning and coordinating regional development activities, donor prospecting, and contributing to our annual fundraising target of $25M+. The UBC Faculty of Applied Science’s core purpose is to discover, design, innovate, provide unwavering top-tier education and champion a community of responsible professionals devoted to serving a thriving, sustainable, and healthy society.

We are currently seeking a Development Officer who will bring expertise in relationship building, project planning, and strategic thinking to support the senior development team. The successful candidate will be proactive, have a keen eye to detail and excellent time management skills. This position will work closely with the Dean’s leadership team and internal/external stakeholders to advance philanthropy.  This is a term position from May, 2024 until September 2025.

Join us in making meaningful impact on the world as we tackle pressing global challenges such as climate and equity,  Apply now and become part of our mission to create positive change.

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 Summary
Responsible for administering fundraising programs, including research, developing strategy, preparing proposals, stewardship and moving fundraising accounts through the donor cycle and raising an average minimum of $.75-1.5M annually; or responsible for supporting development related activities of senior university administration by managing complex relationship with multi-unit stakeholders. Participates in comprehensive plans for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors. Assists in developing strategies for closing gifts.
Annual targets to be set by workplan goals and objectives. If position has direct donor contact, metrics are included. If no direct donor contact, annual targets to be set by workplan goals and objectives.
Organizational Status
Reports to: One of: Manager, Senior Associate Director, Director/Assistant Dean, or Executive Director of Development.
Works with: UBC faculty and staff involved in fundraising.
Contacts: Donors and outside community groups and organizations.
Supervises: May supervise Development Coordinators, Development Associates and support staff.
Work Performed
- Works in partnership with senior management 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 major gift solicitations;
- Develops and manages a portfolio of major gift prospects (75-125) making face-to-face visits (100-125 annually) for the purpose of discovery, cultivation and solicitation strategies for major gift prospects (a major gift is defined as a donation of $25,000 or more); or is responsible for supporting development related activities of senior university administration by managing complex relationships with multi-unit stakeholders;
- Develops proposals and works with donors to generate gifts for priority projects, with an expectation to make solicitations (20-25 annually) at the major gift level; or administering fundraising programs, conducting research, developing strategies and preparing proposals;
- Ensures that appropriate donor recognition, acknowledgment and stewardship programs are in 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 in relation to development activities. Incorrect interpretation or communication of university policy and procedures or lack of tact, diplomacy or sensitivity in dealing with major donors and senior administrators could potentially result in damaged relationships and credibility, leading to the potential loss of significant donations.
The position shares responsibility for ensuring proper interpretation and implementation of academic and fiscal policies. If inappropriate advice is given, policies are interpreted incorrectly, or erroneous financial information is provided, the University could be in direct violation of stewardship and trusteeship obligations to donors.
The nature of the work involves a high level of judgement and decision-making. The incumbent participates in decisions concerning the planning, organization and utilization of staff, providing input into staff selection and job performance reviews.
Supervision Received
Works independently with general direction from manager to achieve objectives. Difficult technical problems and matters non-conforming to UBC policy can be referred to manager.
Supervision Given
May supervise Development Coordinators, Development Associates, and support staff.
Minimum Qualifications
- 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. University degree in a relevant discipline.Education: An undergraduate degree in an applicable discipline. A degree in commerce, marketing or economics would be an asset.Minimum of 3 years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience: Three years fundraising or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and 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.Ability to exercise tact and discretion.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Ability to foster community relationships and fundraising opportunities.Ability to analyze problems, identify key information and issues, and effectively resolve.