York University
Director Development, Faculty of Science
Reference : 111442
Duration : Permanent Full Time
Location : 4700 Keele Street, Toronto
Hiring Salary Range:$122,007 – $132,448
DIRECTOR DEVELOPMENT, FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Advancement at York leads and inspires meaningful engagement and philanthropic support from alumni and friends to advance the University’s mission. We are also deeply committed to building the reputation of York University as a leading, progressive, research-intensive University uniquely positioned for the betterment of society in the 21st century. Our division is comprised of four departments:
Advancement Services & Operations is the administrative and technology support unit for all Advancement activities
Alumni Engagement provides programs, services, and engagement to over 350,000 York alumni worldwide
Development leads efforts to promote and secure philanthropic support from alumni, donors, friends, corporations, and foundations
Advancement Communications & Marketing works to promote and communicate alumni and donor messages along with direct marketing services for alumni and donor engagement. Our mission is to inspire and cultivate meaningful engagement and philanthropic support within our diverse communities to advance York University’s excellence in education, research and community service. We accomplish our mission through our values of accountability, collaboration and entrepreneurship. In support of this mission, the Director of Development, Faculty of Science develops and implements revenue generating faculty-based strategies and programs that identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward philanthropic donations from, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends. The Director of Development reports to the AVP, Development and is part of the central Advancement Leadership team which is dedicated to fulfilling the philanthropic goals of York University. The Director also jointly reports to the Dean and is the advancement representative serving the Dean to achieve the faculty development and alumni goals. The Director executes on revenue generating initiatives, external relations engagement, and stewardship activities. This role individually raises philanthropic dollars through 1:1 engagement, collaboratively works with their development upline to acquire transformational gifts. This portfolio is expected to raise $1M -1.5M annually with incremental increases overtime. This role raises funds for the Faculty’s priority needs including, student support, capital, programming, and research in alignment with the University Academic Plan (UAP) and the Strategic Plan of the Faculty of Science.
To be considered for this opportunity, you will bring the following:
Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and fundraising experience, specifically in an educational setting.
· Qualification to complete the Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) designation within 3 years of start date required. Certified Fund-Raising Executive designation is preferred.
Experience:
· Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a leading role managing a successful face-to-face fundraising portfolio. Management experience required, preferably in a unionized environment. University fundraising experience an asset.
For full position details, including skills and knowledge requirements, and to apply to this exciting opportunity visit the External Career Portal ( www.yorku.ca/jobs ) and refer to posting 111442
We offer comprehensive benefits and access to superb educational and recreational facilities.
