Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible to undertake principal gifts outreach and to manage relationships to raise funds to support university programs and services.

Qualifications:

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

- Knowledge of communications, public relations, marketing, and social media processes
- Knowledge of individual, corporate and foundation fundraising principles, changing philanthropic climate and techniques, and all types of donations, charitable giving, and fundraising instruments
- Knowledge of university’s strategic priorities and goals as well as policies and procedures
- Knowledge of office as well as the broader university academic units, departments, and divisions
- Knowledge of office productivity software and databases, internet browsers and search engines, discipline-specific software, enterprise software, and technology devices
- Knowledge of cultural competency and diversity in a business context

Education and Experience:

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:

- Completion of bachelor’s degree




- Minimum of four years of previous relevant experience in the related field

HR Note:

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

📌 Development Officer, Principal Gifts (Canada)
🏢 Carleton University
📍 Canada