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Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Development & Alumni Engagement Level C

Job Title

Development Officer

Department

UBCO Fundraisers Development and Alumni Engagement

Compensation Range

$7283.75 - $10474.08 CAD Monthly

The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge qualifications and experience for the the normal course employees will be hired transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.

Posting End Date

January 28 2026

Note : Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

Ongoing

UBC Okanagan is seeking a Development Officer Mid-Level Gifts who is passionate about fundraising and building relationships to secure support for the Okanagan campus. This role involves engaging donors asking for gifts and collaborating with the Development and Alumni Engagement team to advance our shared goals. As part of our mid-level giving program youll be responsible for building and maintaining a healthy donor pipeline through high-volume prospecting cultivation and solicitation activities that support initiatives across the entire campus. Areas of focus for this position may include the Heat teams and Giving Day. Were a hardworking supportive fundraising team building philanthropy to support our students and groundbreaking research. If you have strong relationship-building skills strategic thinking and a knack for problem-solving apply to join the UBC Okanagan Development & Alumni Engagement team.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office required) however may be subject to change due to operational requirements.

At UBC we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research innovation and learning for all faculty staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Description Summary

Responsible for administering fundraising programs including research developing strategy preparing proposals stewardship and moving fundraising accounts through the donor cycle and raising an average minimum of $.75-1.5M annually; or responsible for supporting development related activities of senior university administration by managing complex relationship with multi-unit stakeholders. Participates in comprehensive plans for identifying cultivating soliciting and stewarding major gift prospects and donors. Assists in developing strategies for closing gifts.

Annual targets to be set by workplan goals and objectives. If position has direct donor contact metrics are included. If no direct donor contact annual targets to be set by workplan goals and objectives.

Organizational Status

Reports to : One of : Manager Senior Associate Director Director / Assistant Dean or Executive Director of Development.

Works with : UBC faculty and staff involved in fundraising.

Contacts : Donors and outside community groups and organizations.

Supervises : May supervise Development Coordinators Development Associates and support staff.

Work Performed

• Works in partnership with senior management to facilitate maximum private and public sector support for the unit;
• Develops and implements a comprehensive plan for identifying cultivating soliciting and stewarding major gift prospects and donors;
• Develops and implements strategies for closing major gift solicitations and coordinates staffing for major gift solicitations;
• Develops and manages a portfolio of major gift prospects (75-125) making face-to-face visits (100-125 annually) for the purpose of discovery cultivation and solicitation strategies for major gift prospects (a major gift is defined as a donation of $25000 or more); or is responsible for supporting development related activities of senior university administration by managing complex relationships with multi-unit stakeholders;
• Develops proposals and works with donors to generate gifts for priority projects with an expectation to make solicitations (20-25 annually) at the major gift level; or administering fundraising programs conducting research developing strategies and preparing proposals;
• Ensures that appropriate donor recognition acknowledgment and stewardship programs are in place;
• Generates donor / prospect solicitation materials and correspondence;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Consequence of Error / Judgement

The position is a critical point of contact for donors and university staff in relation to development activities. Incorrect interpretation or communication of university policy and procedures or lack of tact diplomacy or sensitivity in dealing with major donors and senior administrators could potentially result in damaged relationships and credibility leading to the potential loss of significant donations.

The position shares responsibility for ensuring proper interpretation and implementation of academic and fiscal policies. If inappropriate advice is given policies are interpreted incorrectly or erroneous financial information is provided the University could be in direct violation of stewardship and trusteeship obligations to donors.

The nature of the work involves a high level of judgement and decision-making. The incumbent participates in decisions concerning the planning organization and utilization of staff providing input into staff selection and job performance reviews.

Supervision Received

Works independently with general direction from manager to achieve objectives. Difficult technical problems and matters non-conforming to UBC policy can be referred to manager.

Supervision Given

May supervise Development Coordinators Development Associates and support staff.

Minimum Qualifications

University degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of 3 years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

A degree in commerce marketing or economics would be an years fundraising or related experience or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. Requires UBC wide knowledge and understanding of priorities projects and opportunities. Thorough knowledge of the university environment and academic structure is preferred. Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to exercise tact and discretion. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to foster community relationships and fundraising opportunities. Ability to analyze problems identify key information and issues and effectively resolve.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 1 - 75