Senior Development Officer - Full Time

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. Leading the fundraising and alumni relations activities for University of Toronto Scarborough, the Development & Alumni Relations Office (DARO) supports the campus and over 65,000 alumni. As we prepare for our next big challenge, DARO seeks an experienced, detail-oriented individual who exemplifies a customer-oriented, hospitality-focused approach to stakeholders.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members ( Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence ). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

The Senior Development Officer, Major Gifts (SDO) is part of a team working under the general direction of the Director of Development. The incumbent will mainly be responsible for the fundraising of various projects across the campus through tailored solicitation programs. The incumbent is responsible for developing tailored strategies to identify and gain/enhance the interest and involvement of individuals, corporations, foundations and associations who directly or through other sources, are capable of making gifts at this level. collaborating with other members of the University’s Advancement community to develop and execute strategies, and realize goals. The SDO, Major Gifts will be involved in the training of volunteers in cultivation and solicitation activities. The active involvement of key members of the university community and volunteers is essential to the overall success of such a program.

Assessing needs and contributing to the development and implementation of plans for prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and recognition
Determining the appropriate involvement of members of the university community and volunteers in the cultivation, solicitation and recognition process
Writing project-specific proposals related to fundraising campaigns and drafting donor acknowledgment and recognition communications
Writing briefing notes, solicitation plans and call reports to track donor interaction
Maintaining detailed records of donor interactions to support prospect pipeline development

Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
Demonstrated major gift development experience (gifts of $25,000 and above) is required.
Demonstrated success in building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Proven ability to manage and motivate high net worth prospective donors, alumni and friends (i.e., Exceptional inter-personal and communications (written and verbal) skills.
Strong computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), email and Internet.
Experience working with Arbor or a similar database management system.
Applicants are expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

Assets (Nonessential):

Previous experience working in post-secondary or not for profit organization is an asset.
Experience working with senior level volunteers considered an asset.

Schedule: Full-Time
Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Administrative / Managerial
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.