Development Manager (3000)

Detailed Job Description

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In order to ensure your application is received by NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site at www.nait.ca / careers. NAIT’s Department of Advancement and Alumni Relations strives to secure donations in support of NAIT students and key institutional priorities. It is an exciting time at NAIT as we prepare for a comprehensive campaign and as such, require a Manager, Development to join the team. Reporting to the Director, Development, the Manager, Development is a dynamic role that combines supervising and mentoring fundraising staff and is accountable for advancing NAIT’s polytechnic mission through strategic fundraising and partnership development. This position requires developing, managing, and executing strategies and initiatives related to the solicitation and closing of significant gifts, while building and nurturing successful relationships that meet the needs of both the donor and NAIT. This role is based in Edmonton, Alberta and is a hybrid position allowing flexible work from home options.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Provide strategic direction, mentorship, and performance management for a team of Development Officers. Set annual fundraising targets, monitor progress, and adjust strategies to ensure team success.
• Support the Development team by guiding account strategies, proposal development, and donor engagement plans to align donor interests with institutional priorities.
• Review and approve proposals, agreements, and briefing materials with strong attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Compile briefing documents for the AVP Advancement, Director, and NAIT Executive as needed; review and approve all briefing materials prepared by the Development Officers.
• Lead efforts to ensure accurate CRM data entry by monitoring and coordinating internal data audits, maintaining compliance for reporting standards.
• Collaborate with the Donor Relations, & Alumni Relations teams to design and implement effective strategies to strengthen donor and alumni engagement.
• Coordinate with the Alumni Relations team to identify and discuss alumni prospects, ensuring they are flagged for assignment through Prospect Research.
• Partner with Donor Relations, Alumni Relations, and other NAIT teams to implement stewardship strategies and sponsorship processes.
• Oversee and periodically review sponsorship processes and procedures to ensure balanced values and recognition for each event, maximizing brand visibility, reach, and revenue. Ensure departments adhere to guidelines, follow established procedures, and maintain appropriate documentation and recording in the CRM, with all recognition commitments fulfilled.
• Recruit, onboard, and train new Development team members as required.

Portfolio Management

Skills & Abilities

Qualifications

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Remuneration : $93,024.10 – $123,245.46 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work‑life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's. NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on‑campus, off‑site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada. NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.

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