Date Posted: 08/28/2025
Req ID: 44991
Faculty/Division: VP - Division of University Advancement
Department: University Development
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00044806

ABOUT US:

The Division of University Advancement (DUA) aims to sustain and enhance the University of Toronto’s academic mission, leadership, and worldwide impact, by engaging alumni and private sector constituentsmeaningfully in the mission of the University, building mutually beneficial relationships of increasing value and satisfaction over time.
DUA at the University of Toronto is engaged in a transformation agenda deeply rooted in the University’s vision for growth and innovation. We are focused on growing fundraising efforts; enhancing the effectiveness and satisfaction of alumni engagement and programs; building advancement talent capacity within and across divisions; creating an organizationand culture that fosters diversity and inclusiveness

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably from the University of Toronto; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum four years relevant experience; with knowledge of the general area of postsecondary or continuing education.
• Experience with fundraising and stewardship efforts
• Experience implementing multi-channel solicitation efforts, including direct mail, email and telefundraising
• Experience performing data extraction, data analysis and reporting.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office software (especially in Excel) and familiarity with maintaining web sites. ARBOR knowledge and experience required.
• Detail oriented, strong organizational and analytical skills, project and time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task while working under pressure to meet competing deadlines.
• Strong oral, written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds and interests both within andbeyond the University.
• Strong customer service orientation; ability to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, sensitivity and discretion in dealing with individuals of affluence and influence.
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team. Ability to work in a hectic and results oriented environment.

LIVED EXPERIENCE STATEMENT

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Assessing needs and contributing to the development and implementation of plans for prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and recognition
• Developing and implementing donor engagement plans that support strategic objectives
• Determining logistics required for fundraising activities including direct mail, email and telefund
• Advising on the development of promotional/outreach materials
• Maintaining information on digital platforms
• Determining logistical details required for donor mailing campaigns
• Providing formal job-related training
• Directing the work of volunteers in defined activities

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL BE:

• Diplomatic
• Goal oriented
• Intuitive
• Meticulous
• Multi-tasker
• Organized
  Closing Date: 09/09/2025, 11:59PM ET
  Employee Group: USW
  Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
  Schedule: Full-Time