Vice-President, Advancement at ontariotechu

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fund Development, Campaign Leadership, Donor Engagement, Strategic Leadership, Philanthropy, Alumni Engagement, Relationship Building, Stewardship, Partnership Development, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Strategic Planning

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Vice-President, Advancement Tracking Code: req2099 Faculty/Department: Advancement Department Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Full-Time Continuing Posting Date: July 3, 2026 Closing Date: July 31, 2026 (7:00 pm EST) Recognized as a top-ranked institution, Ontario Tech University has grown out of a bold, ambitious vision: to advance the discovery and application of knowledge to accelerate economic growth, regional development and social innovation. They inspire and equip students and graduates to make a positive impact in a tech-focused world. Ontario Tech’s commitment to scholarship produces new types of graduates - highly engaged citizen leaders with a creative and innovative spirit. Ontario Tech’s faculty experts and researchers collaborate with industry, community, government, and academic organizations, bringing them together alongside students to uncover bold, innovative solutions for society’s most pressing problems. More than a vision, Tech with a Conscience is Ontario Tech University’s ambitious $250-million campaign to advance ethical leadership, transformative research, and student success. Grounded in the university’s distinctive mission, Tech with a Conscience is a bold movement that harnesses the power of technology and artificial intelligence for societal and environmental good. By bringing together donors, alumni, industry partners, and community supporters, the campaign expands opportunities for discovery, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. It reflects Ontario Tech’s expertise, differentiated mandate, and commitment to advancing technological progress while keeping people, communities, and societal well-being at the forefront. Through strategic investments in research excellence, experiential learning, student success initiatives, and state-of-the-art facilities, the campaign is empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators to address complex global challenges and build a more sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous future. Ontario Tech University seeks an exceptional Vice-President, Advancement to help shape the future of one of Canada’s most dynamic and differentiated universities. Reporting to the President and Vice-Chancellor and serving as a member of the senior leadership team, the Vice-President will play a pivotal role in advancing an institution uniquely poised for today and accelerating toward tomorrow-one defined by its commitment to Tech with a Conscience, where innovation, ethical leadership, and societal impact converge to address the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly changing world. Working collaboratively with the Chancellor, Vice-Presidents, Deans, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, and community partners, the Vice-President will champion Ontario Tech’s academic, research, and innovation priorities while elevating the university’s profile, influence, and philanthropic impact. The Vice-President will provide strategic leadership for an integrated advancement and alumni enterprise, with oversight spanning philanthropy and development, alumni engagement, stewardship, advancement operations, donor relations, and partnership development. Serving as a key ambassador for the university, the successful candidate will cultivate transformational relationships with major, principal, and emerging philanthropic partners while identifying new opportunities for philanthropic growth and community engagement. This is an exceptional opportunity to build on significant institutional momentum and represent a university on an exciting upward trajectory redefining how technology can serve humanity, mobilizing support for student success, research excellence, and innovation with real-world impact. The ideal candidate will be a visionary, energetic, collaborative, and results-oriented relationship-builder and leader with significant experience in advancement, fund development, campaign leadership, and donor engagement. They will possess a strong track record of securing major philanthropic gifts, building high-performing teams, and fostering productive relationships with diverse stakeholders. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, coupled with the ability to inspire confidence, trust, and commitment among donors, alumni, volunteers, faculty, staff, and community partners, will be essential. Experience cultivating relationships within technology, innovation, energy, or industry sectors would be an asset. Lastly, a passion for higher education and research innovation and a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation will position the successful candidate to help shape the next chapter of Ontario Tech’s growth, impact, and success. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, or to submit a nomination, please contact Andrea Patrick and Cora Hui of Odgers at OntarioTechVP@odgers.com. Expressions of interest are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online ideally by July 31st, 2026, at https://en-careers.odgers.com/en-ca/job/31901/. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until July 31, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority. Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle. If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s Accessibility Policy. The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi. Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Expected Start Date: 9/1/2026

Responsibilities

The Vice-President will provide strategic leadership for the university's integrated advancement and alumni enterprise, overseeing philanthropy, donor relations, and partnership development. They will serve as a key ambassador to cultivate transformational relationships with major philanthropic partners to support research and student success.