Advance the University of Alberta’s philanthropic priorities through hybrid leadership in Edmonton, combining major gift fundraising with university-wide collaboration.

As Assistant Dean, Development, you will guide fundraising for the Alberta School of Business and contribute to broader development initiatives. Working with academic leaders, alumni, donors, volunteers, and External Relations partners, you will build relationships and execute strategic priorities. The role connects donor interests with institutional and faculty goals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Build and execute the faculty’s strategic development program
- Guide fundraising priorities and prospective campaign planning
- Match donor interests with institutional priorities
- Develop proposals and structure complex faculty gifts




- Represent the faculty in university-wide fundraising initiatives

Requirements:

- Major or planned gift fundraising experience in higher education preferred
- Knowledge of identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
- Ability to coach leaders on fundraising activities
- Experience with communications, marketing, alumni, and engagement teams
- Political acumen, integrity, discretion, and negotiation ability

Bring university advancement expertise, strategic judgment, and relationship-building strength to the University of Alberta’s development leadership.

📌 University Advancement Assistant Dean (Edmonton)
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📍 Edmonton