Be a Part of our Force for Good
Seeking a new Development Officer, Planned Giving
You’ve chosen a career in the charitable sector because you want to make a difference. Join us at Carleton University, where your contributions can lead to lasting and systemic change in the world.
Carleton is one of Canada’s most resourceful and productive hubs of learning and research, fueling new discoveries and a talent pipeline that contribute to social and economic renewal. Through teaching and research excellence, comprehensive student support and community engagement, the university inspires and empowers individuals to find their purpose and become change leaders in the world.
In the Department of University Advancement, we’re looking for self-motivated and passionate fundraisers who can help drive the university’s mission—and are ready to take the next step. Right now, many on our team are working on the biggest gifts of their career, engaging visionary donors who believe in the power of higher education—who give through Carleton to benefit their communities today and tomorrow.
Today we are recruiting a new Development Officer, focused on opportunities related to Planned Giving. This position will serve as the primary point of contact for memorial funds, activating and strengthening this area as a pipeline for future planned giving donors. This role will foster donor retention by implementing strategic personalized and long-term stewardship initiatives and systems to strengthen relationships with planned giving donors.
We expect candidates to demonstrate:
- Active listening
- The ability to translate ideas into actions
- Good judgment
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Patient persistence
- A commitment to collaboration
- Willingness to embrace data and digital initiatives
Development Officers champion Carleton and foster a culture of giving among our constituents. They are critical to building a network of supporters using creativity and careful planning. And you’re not alone. A career in Advancement allows you to focus on what you do best—engaging funders and partners. At every step, you’re supported by 60+ dedicated and experienced colleagues who’ll collaborate with you providing valuable research, innovative relationship building and stewardship opportunities, creative marketing and proposal development, and a department-wide commitment to efficient and digital-first processes. At Carleton, we are committed to fostering an innovative, equitable and welcoming work environment. While in-person engagement is our priority, Advancement offers flexible working arrangements to create meaningful work-life balance.
As an institution we believe in the power of education, and as a department we’re committed to continuous improvement. Advancement at Carleton has led the way in innovative programs and initiatives, while maintaining close ties to cutting-edge research through Carleton’s own Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership program. We have a history of award-winning innovations, thought leadership and industry best practices— everything you need to grow as a person and as a professional. You’ll receive coaching, mentorship and access to professional development for the constantly evolving post-secondary fundraising environments. We believe in the value of learning.
Join us. This is your opportunity to make the world a better place for the long term.
