Job Title: Development Officer, Donor Relations and Annual Giving Employee Type: Permanent Working as a part of the College Advancement team, the Development Officer is an essential point of contact between donors, prospective donors, alumni, academic departments, to realize philanthropic, marketing and business development opportunities, as well as sponsorship and strategic marketing initiatives. These opportunities will play a key role in connecting to the business community and fostering alumni relationships to create funding opportunities, partnerships, work integrated learning experiences and employment opportunities for students. Reporting to the Manager, the Development Officer moves prospects through the donor cycle and/or planning and executing fundraising appeals, conducting research, engaging alumni, hosting events, developing program strategies and preparing business and or philanthropic proposals.

This role will support a broad range of organizational goals by aligning a comprehensive strategy with the Foundation and College’s strategic plan and growth initiatives.

Alumni Relations: Is a key contributor in the development and implementation of a strategic collaborative campus-wide engagement plan for alumni that addresses the needs and leverages the strengths of individual programs, departments, divisions, and faculties. Expands, develops, and manages alumni programming, including alumni perks; networking; Attends community event and supports campus events and may accompany current and prospective sponsors, partners or donors to continually cultivate relationships.

Prospect

Development, Solicitation and Stewardship: Manages the development of a prospect portfolio for the purpose of discovery, cultivation and solicitation strategies for gift prospects that align with the College’s strategic priorities. Works collaboratively with other members of the Foundation team, senior leadership team, departments, and other internal partners, to coordinate strategies for prospects. Manages effective systems and individual records for tracking/reporting and cultivating donors and prospects through the department’s database (e.g.

Develops and directs the implementation of strategies for closing gift solicitations and/or sponsorships. Produces materials and utilizes Foundation tools to steward and communicate regularly with donors, supporters and prospects.



Ensures quality communications follow all gifts to provide thanks and documentation to donors.

Student scholarships, bursaries and awards: Manages the awards database. Collaborates with the Financial Aid office in co-managing the scholarships, bursaries and awards program. Performs other related duties and/or projects, as assigned.

Education & Experience: Relevant bachelor’s degree required. Specialized training and/or experience in one or more areas including: fundraising: annual giving, major giving, planned giving; Raiser’s Edge) or similar CRM.

Experience in writing development proposals and delivering presentations to a wide range of Audiences. Strong writing, editing and presentation skills. Ability to execute a variety of complex tasks and projects independently, meeting imposed timelines while exercising positive judgement.

Robust analytical, problem solving, project management and strategy development skills. Excellent organizational, time management skills and ability to act with independence of judgment with minimal supervision Exhibit high quality of donor/client service. Intermediate working level with MS Office including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

Innovation – welcomes, generates, and implements new ideas and solutions that help to achieve and organization’s strategic goals Team Leadership – creates team spirit and helps to direct individuals toward achievement of team and organizational goals. Relationship management – builds and maintains a crucial network of contacts both internally and externally. Communication – uses the power of personal interaction and language to effectively influence, inspire and lead others.

Occasional evenings and or weekend work may be required for special events or for partnership development. Must have a current Class 5 BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle as there may be travelling required for sponsor, partner or donor meetings within the Lower Mainland, off-campus or possibly out-of-town.



Innovation - welcomes, generates, and implements new ideas and solutions that help to achieve and organization's strategic goals.

Team Leadership - creates team spirit and helps to direct individuals toward achievement of team and organizational goals. Relationship management - builds and maintains a crucial network of contacts both internally and externally. Communication - uses the power of personal interaction and language to effectively influence, inspire and lead others.

Working Conditions Occasional evenings and or weekend work may be required for special events or for partnership development. Must have a current Class 5 BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle as there may be travelling required for sponsor, partner or donor meetings within the Lower Mainland, off-campus or possibly out-of-town.

At Langara

College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honouring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part-time, or casual Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December) Employer paid defined benefit pension plan Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs Access to on-site daycare subject to availability Salary Range: $38.86 - $56.99 per hour Compensation beyond the mid-point requires approval by the Public Sector Employers’ Council Secretariat (PSEC).

People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

📌 DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (PERMANENT) (Vancouver)
🏢 Langara College
📍 Vancouver