Alumni Advancement Manager, College of Biological Science – UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH

Alumni Advancement Manager, College of Biological Science – UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH

As Alumni Advancement Manager for the College of Biological Science (CBS), you will be a member of this campus-wide team and, as such, epitomize the department’s shared values of respect, empowerment, integrity, appreciation, and forward focus.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced alumni relations and fundraising professional to work with alumni, donors and volunteers in the College of Biological Science, a globally recognized academic faculty with a mission to improve life through science. From DNA to cells to complex ecosystems, CBS produces intrepid and interdisciplinary research in a student-centred learning environment that encourages and promotes a comprehensive understanding of systems that govern life.

Salary Range: $64,806-$97,208

Posted On: July 24, 2023

Closing On: August 20, 2023

Employment Type: Temporary, full-time position (July 2023 – September 30, 2024)

In our work, at the department of Alumni Affairs & Development (AA&D), we advance the mission of the University of Guelph (U of G) by building lifelong relationships with our community: alumni, donors, and friends. Our vision is for U of G to be personally relevant in the lives of our community members. Through these relationships, we amplify the impact of philanthropy to create unique solutions for the challenges facing our world.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Annual Giving, and in consultation with the Dean and faculty, you will work actively to engage alumni in the life of the College through annual giving fundraising (contributions of up to $25,000) and strategic relationship management through strategic events and programs. More specifically, your responsibilities will include:

• Identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding donors and prospects through the fundraising cycle;
• Managing a pipeline of 80-100 donors/prospects and undertaking 5-7 calls/month;
• Managing strategic class/group reunion activity and class/group fundraising activity;
• Collaborating on all College-related annual giving initiatives, including mass appeals and stewardship communications;
• Providing a strategic lens for on- and off-campus alumni engagement opportunities, including events;
• Managing key volunteer relationships and coordinating alumni volunteers for various University activities;
• Collaborating with colleagues in AA&D to develop effective communications strategies that keep alumni and annual giving donors informed of relevant and strategic activities; and
• Supporting relevant day-to-day alumni correspondence and outreach.

NOTE: Some evening and weekend work will be required, along with possible travel in support of certain activities.

REQUIREMENTS

 To assume the role of Alumni Advancement Manager, College of Biological Science, you should be a results-oriented, entrepreneurial fundraiser and relationship builder whose profile includes:

• An undergraduate degree along with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in alumni relations, fundraising and/or non-profit program management, with a proven track record of success, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to those who have demonstrated commitment to professional development.
• Superior written and interpersonal communications skills, including effective relationship-building and experience in managing volunteers.
• Ability to think and act quickly and effectively under pressure, exercising tact, diplomacy, discretion and good judgment.
• Results orientation, with the ability to take initiative and self-manage.
• Experience and comfort working in a role with significant autonomy.
• Ability to adapt and employ an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite and donor databases and/or CRM systems.

ASSET:

• Experience in event management.

The University of Guelph (www.uoguelph.ca) is one of Canada’s leading research-intensive comprehensive institutions, with a record of outstanding scholarship in the arts, humanities, social sciences, life sciences, physical and engineering sciences, agriculture and veterinary sciences. This is your chance to join us in our endeavour to improve life.

To view a detailed posting for the role of Alumni Advancement Manager, College of Biological Science, including application instructions, please go to our website at www.uoguelph.ca/hr/careers. Applications, quoting Hiring #2023-0391, must be sent to: [email protected] .

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.