2026 – Development Officer, Advancement & Alumni Affairs – Full-time, Term

2026 – Development Officer, Advancement & Alumni Affairs – Full-time, Term

Applications are invited for a Development Officer to join the Department of Advancement & Alumni Affairs for a full-time, one-year term. We are seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative individual who is eager to support fundraising initiatives through meaningful alumni and donor engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Development Officer works collaboratively with colleagues in the planning and implementation of fundraising initiatives. This role focuses on building relationships with donors, alumni, and community partners to secure financial support through major gifts, annual giving, and special campaigns. The Development Officer identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards donors and prospects—including individuals, corporations, and foundations—through visits and other forms of personal contact. The Development Officer conducts research to develop strategies that match donor interests to the priorities of the University and prepares proposals, reports, correspondence, and other development-related communication materials in support of fundraising goals. The Development Officer ensures effective management of donors, prospective donors, alumni, and volunteers through appropriate use of donor and alumni databases and institutional resources and assists with and supports departmental, alumni, and BU-related activities and events as assigned.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess a minimum of a one-year post-secondary certificate in communications, business, marketing, or a related field, along with at least one year of relevant experience in fundraising, advancement, development, alumni relations, or related role. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

The position requires demonstrated knowledge of donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, as well as strong research, writing, and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and collaboratively, and exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential information. Experience with donor or alumni databases and other institutional systems, or the ability to learn new systems quickly, is an asset, along with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Availability to assist with events and activities, including occasional evening or weekend commitments, is required.

Salary: Managers & Professional Officers, MPO IV – $84,229.00

What to Submit

If your qualifications, skills and work experience align with this position, we welcome you to apply by submitting one PDF file that includes your cover letter, indicating how your qualifications and experience make you a suitable candidate, your resume, and citizenship status.

Please submit applications electronically in one file by 4:30 p.m. April 24, 2026 to:

hrapplications@brandonu.ca

with the subject line: 2026 – Development Officer

Please Note:

This is a full-time term position for one-year.

Candidates may be required to successfully complete a technical skills test.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check and the successful candidate will be responsible for fees incurred.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Short-listed candidates will be required to provide three (3) work-related references at the time of the interview.

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.