Time Type: Full timeEmployment Type: PermanentLocation: United College at the University of WaterlooJob Grade: Grade L Hiring Range: $93,042 - $116,302 Reports to: President Direct Reports: Communications Officer, Marketing & Recruitment OfficerPosting Information: Posting will close on February 6, 2026 at 11:59 pmPrimary PurposeReporting to the President, the Director manages and provides strategic direction to the College’s work in communications, branding, fund-raising, and alumni relations. As a member of the College’s leadership team, the Director collaborates in the overall management of the College as a whole and is expected to be supportive of the full range of institutional activity. Finally, the Director manages the College’s relationship with those offices at the University of Waterloo and at the other federated/affiliated institutions that work in the areas of advancement, communications and marketing. Primary accountabilities include: the effective promotion of the College brand among key external audiences; the support and growth of a loyal network of alumni; a consistent increase in external funding from donations and grantsKey Accountabilities:Develops and maintains a very valuable working knowledge of UTD activities, priorities and needs in student life, academic programming, social/Indigenous entrepreneurshipProvides effective direction, supervision and mentorship to other staff members in External RelationsTakes responsibility for a comprehensive External Relations strategy that effectively promotes the College and its brandMaintains warm relations with key alumni and works to cultivate new alumni friendsTakes responsibility of signature events, including the annual golf tournament, Stanley Knowles Dinner & Lecture,



and the Alumni awardsIn consultation with the President and other senior leadership, the Director External Relations will help to establish key fundraising initiatives that include but are not limited to: program funding for operating costs; capital campaigns;student scholarships and awards; ongoing endowments; and special projects as identified. These goals will be achieved through:Actively identifying and nurturing relationships with foundations, governments and corporate enterprises Leading and writing grant proposals, and contributing to joint grant proposals that involve other University leadersLeading the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of supporters.Ensures systematic documentation of relevant advancement information and data Manages the unit budgetProvides regular reports to the President on all unit activitiesDemonstrates an awareness of and respect for an equity and diversity lens when approaching communications and fundraising projectsRequired Qualifications:Education:An undergraduate degree is required; a Master’s degreeor the completion of formal training in advancement, communications or marketing is an assetExperience:3-5 years’ experience in communications/advancement/marketing work including experience in a management position.Experience providing effective supervision of staffDemonstrated success in fundraising from individuals,



corporations, grantors, and foundationsDemonstrated record of effective relationship building and stewardshipKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:The capacity to understand, articulate and sell the College brand and the College storyOutstanding communications skills in writing, presentations, and conversation.Knowledge of fundraising principles, practices and requirementsAbility to generate successful fundraising proposals and grant applicationsKnowledge of Raiser’s Edge (asset) Capacity to plan and effectively deliver eventsCapacity to provide effective leadership to a small teamCapacity to work well with, and contribute effectively to, a team of management peersEquity Statement:United College is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals. The College is committed to removing any and all discriminatory attitudes or practices that might impede equal opportunity.The College further recognizes that members of certain groups have been historically subject to discrimination in our society and continue to face barriers to equitable employment opportunity. The College is therefore committed to the principle of equity in employment for marginalized groups.Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.United College is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (phone hidden), ext. 25227.The committee will begin reviewing applications starting February 9, 2026.To apply, forward your cover letter and current resume to [email protected]

📌 Director Of External Relations - C$93,042 - C$116,302 A Year (Kitchener)
🏢 United College
📍 Kitchener