RRC Polytech is Manitoba’s largest institute of applied learning and research, with more than 150 full- and part time degrees, diploma and certificate options. Through hands-on and online learning opportunities and state-of-the-art instruction, we prepare our students to become leaders in their fields – while also ensuring they can meet changing industry demands and contribute to the province’s economic growth.

Accessibility and Accommodations

RRC Polytech is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you experience barriers accessing or using the online application system, or require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact People Services at [email protected] or (phone hidden). We will work with you to identify appropriate supports and discuss available options.

Senior Development Officer

Development

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time Position Available

EMPLOYEE GROUP: Union (MGEU)

RRC Polytech reserves the right to modify work arrangements in alignment with operational and organizational needs.

At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. Consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s): Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit: www.rrc.ca/hr/work/hiring-process/.

Employment support is available to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) seeking employment at Red River College Polytechnic.



For guidance on the application process, interview preparation, or to discuss accommodation needs, applicants are invited to contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at [email protected].

TALENT POOL:

This competition may be used to establish a 12-month talent pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies. Even if you do not meet all of the listed qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Within the Advancement department, the Development team leads philanthropic fundraising in support of student success, academic excellence and RRC Polytech’s strategic objectives. Working collaboratively across the institution the team builds strong relationships with donors and partners, manages fundraising initiatives and proposals, donor stewardship and engagement, ensuring donors see the impact of their support on the RRC Polytech community.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Senior Development Officer’s primary responsibility is to fundraise for RRC Polytech with a major gifts focus to identify, build and grow relationships with current and prospective donors (individuals, corporations, foundations, association and organizations with the capacity to contribute gifts will be part of this portfolio) and secure funding for Polytech initiatives.



Building relationships with potential donors and securing external funding ensures the stability of academic programs, college revenue, graduation rates, a positive corporate image and is critical to RRC Polytech’s future.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

- University or college degree /Diploma in Business Administration, Arts or related field of study. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience in prospecting and securing new individual and corporate donors, closing five-and six-figure gifts, based on annual goals
- Several years experience in external relationship management such as sales, fundraising, and/or account management
- Proven experience executing fundraising or sales campaigns and meeting/exceeding major gift targets
- Development, implementation and evaluation of strategic moves management plans
- Knowledge of concepts, principles, best practices and ethics of fundraising
- Knowledge of economic impacts and industry sectors in Manitoba.
- Ability to work under pressure while adhering to tight deadlines and managing competing priorities to achieve multiple fundraising targets
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills including the ability to persuade and negotiate with a variety of stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability in developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent critical thinking skills to solve problems, develop trust and credibility with prospects and donors
- Ability to direct and advance a project from inception to completion to encourage collaboration among participants
- Ability to travel and work remotely at various sites
- Association of Fundraising Professionals and/or Canadian Assoc. of Gift Planners member or

📌 Senior Development Officer (Winnipeg)
🏢 RRC Polytech
📍 Winnipeg