Associate Director, Faculty Development
Apply NowCompany: University of Victoria
Location: Victoria, BC V8N 6N8
Description:
Organizational Unit
University of Victoria -> VP External Relations -> Development
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)
Posting Close Date
Ongoing until filled
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$106,897.00 - $153,666.00
Additional Posting Information
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Classification
ME 11
Employee Group:
Management Excluded - Continuing
# of Hires Needed
1
Category
Fundraising
About this Opportunity
The world is changing. It needs our critical thinking to address today's complex challenges. And the University of Victoria (UVic) is ready. Inspired by and honouring place, we are a community-minded, globally engaged university where we transform ideas into meaningful impact. The Alumni and Development team at UVic connects alumni and community to UVic's vision as outlined in the university's 2023 strategic plan: Distinctly UVic.
Reporting to the Director of Faculty Development, the Associate Director, Faculty Development is responsible for leading a group of faculty and/or unit advancement programs. The Associate Director is a senior member of the Faculty Development team working with several smaller-scale units on the planning, implementation, integration, management and evaluation of their faculty/unit-based fundraising programs. The Associate Director may act on behalf of the Director of Faculty Development in their absence and may lead team meetings and discussions across Alumni and Development.
This role will be required to work independently and demonstrate a high level of initiative while being in a dynamic team environment where flexibility and multi-tasking is essential.
About Alumni and Development:
Alumni Relations and Development is the division of the university responsible for creating strong relationships and building philanthropic commitment between the University of Victoria and its alumni, friends and community members with the goal of increasing personal involvement and commitment to the philanthropic support of the university's academic mission and priorities. UVic offers a combination of dynamic learning, vital impact and an extraordinary academic environment that can't be found anywhere else. Development provides fundraising expertise and assistance and coordinates and integrates fundraising initiatives for the university community in order to achieve optimal long-term results with donors.
About the position:
Working in collaboration with Deans/unit heads, the Associate Director, Faculty Development is responsible for leading a small team of faculty/academic unit frontline fundraisers working in distinctly different, complex, and diverse cultures to create and implement the strategic direction of the faculty/unit fundraising programs.
In alignment with the Director, Faculty Development, the Associate Director provides strategic direction and oversees the day-to-day operations of their team towards their annual fundraising goals, set in conjunction with the Deans/unit heads.
The Associate Director acts as a fundraising resource to assigned faculty-based advancement teams and provides mentorship and coaching to Deans/unit heads and faculty-based Development leaders (Senior Development Officers, Development Officers) and their teams to articulate priorities, identify and qualify prospects and to develop cultivation and solicitation strategies with a focus on major and principal gifts.
What We Offer:
An employee in this classification is excluded from the bargaining unit as defined in the Labour Relations Code.
*Posting is ongoing until filled, but application review will commence on April 22, 2025.*
*This position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement*
The salary range for this position is:
Recruitment range: $106,897 - $133,623 maximum starting salary is determined through knowledge, experience and internal equity.
Performance range: $153,666 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.
Job Summary
Mandate:
Reporting to the Director, Faculty Development, this position is responsible for leading a group of faculty and/or unit advancement programs. The Associate Director is a senior member of the Faculty Development team working with several smaller-scale units on the planning, implementation, integration, management and evaluation of their faculty/unit-based fundraising programs. The Associate Director may act on behalf of the Director of Faculty Development in their absence and may lead team meetings and discussions across Alumni and Development.
Objective:
Reporting to the Director, Faculty Development and working in collaboration with Deans/unit head, the incumbent is responsible for leading a small team of faculty/academic unit frontline fundraisers working in distinctly different, complex, and diverse cultures to create and implement the strategic direction of the faculty/unit fundraising program.
In alignment with the Director, Faculty Development, the Associate Director provides strategic direction and oversees the day-to-day operations of their team towards their annual faculty fundraising goals, set in conjunction with the Dean/unit head.
The Associate Director acts as a fundraising resource to assigned faculty-based advancement teams and provides mentorship and coaching to Deans/heads and faculty-based Development leaders (Senior Development Officers, Development Officers) and their teams to articulate priorities, identify and qualify prospects and to develop cultivation and solicitation strategies with a focus on major and principal gifts.
Job Requirements
This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a relevant area, completion of the CFRE certification, plus minimum 7 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Completion of an advanced degree is an asset.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:
Nature and Scope:
Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lkn (Songhees and Xsepsm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lkn and WSNE Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.
Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.
Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.
Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
What UVic Offers: To learn more click here
Additional Information
990261-DEVT-2025-JD-AssocDirFacDev-ME11.pdf
University of Victoria -> VP External Relations -> Development
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)
Posting Close Date
Ongoing until filled
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$106,897.00 - $153,666.00
Additional Posting Information
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Classification
ME 11
Employee Group:
Management Excluded - Continuing
# of Hires Needed
1
Category
Fundraising
About this Opportunity
The world is changing. It needs our critical thinking to address today's complex challenges. And the University of Victoria (UVic) is ready. Inspired by and honouring place, we are a community-minded, globally engaged university where we transform ideas into meaningful impact. The Alumni and Development team at UVic connects alumni and community to UVic's vision as outlined in the university's 2023 strategic plan: Distinctly UVic.
Reporting to the Director of Faculty Development, the Associate Director, Faculty Development is responsible for leading a group of faculty and/or unit advancement programs. The Associate Director is a senior member of the Faculty Development team working with several smaller-scale units on the planning, implementation, integration, management and evaluation of their faculty/unit-based fundraising programs. The Associate Director may act on behalf of the Director of Faculty Development in their absence and may lead team meetings and discussions across Alumni and Development.
This role will be required to work independently and demonstrate a high level of initiative while being in a dynamic team environment where flexibility and multi-tasking is essential.
About Alumni and Development:
Alumni Relations and Development is the division of the university responsible for creating strong relationships and building philanthropic commitment between the University of Victoria and its alumni, friends and community members with the goal of increasing personal involvement and commitment to the philanthropic support of the university's academic mission and priorities. UVic offers a combination of dynamic learning, vital impact and an extraordinary academic environment that can't be found anywhere else. Development provides fundraising expertise and assistance and coordinates and integrates fundraising initiatives for the university community in order to achieve optimal long-term results with donors.
About the position:
Working in collaboration with Deans/unit heads, the Associate Director, Faculty Development is responsible for leading a small team of faculty/academic unit frontline fundraisers working in distinctly different, complex, and diverse cultures to create and implement the strategic direction of the faculty/unit fundraising programs.
In alignment with the Director, Faculty Development, the Associate Director provides strategic direction and oversees the day-to-day operations of their team towards their annual fundraising goals, set in conjunction with the Deans/unit heads.
The Associate Director acts as a fundraising resource to assigned faculty-based advancement teams and provides mentorship and coaching to Deans/unit heads and faculty-based Development leaders (Senior Development Officers, Development Officers) and their teams to articulate priorities, identify and qualify prospects and to develop cultivation and solicitation strategies with a focus on major and principal gifts.
What We Offer:
- Professional experience: be part of working with a team of professionals on a post-secondary comprehensive fundraising campaign from its start
- Values-based work: The Alumni and Development values are:
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Respect
- Passion
- Teamwork
- Flexibility
- Creativity
An employee in this classification is excluded from the bargaining unit as defined in the Labour Relations Code.
*Posting is ongoing until filled, but application review will commence on April 22, 2025.*
*This position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement*
The salary range for this position is:
Recruitment range: $106,897 - $133,623 maximum starting salary is determined through knowledge, experience and internal equity.
Performance range: $153,666 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.
Job Summary
Mandate:
Reporting to the Director, Faculty Development, this position is responsible for leading a group of faculty and/or unit advancement programs. The Associate Director is a senior member of the Faculty Development team working with several smaller-scale units on the planning, implementation, integration, management and evaluation of their faculty/unit-based fundraising programs. The Associate Director may act on behalf of the Director of Faculty Development in their absence and may lead team meetings and discussions across Alumni and Development.
Objective:
Reporting to the Director, Faculty Development and working in collaboration with Deans/unit head, the incumbent is responsible for leading a small team of faculty/academic unit frontline fundraisers working in distinctly different, complex, and diverse cultures to create and implement the strategic direction of the faculty/unit fundraising program.
In alignment with the Director, Faculty Development, the Associate Director provides strategic direction and oversees the day-to-day operations of their team towards their annual faculty fundraising goals, set in conjunction with the Dean/unit head.
The Associate Director acts as a fundraising resource to assigned faculty-based advancement teams and provides mentorship and coaching to Deans/heads and faculty-based Development leaders (Senior Development Officers, Development Officers) and their teams to articulate priorities, identify and qualify prospects and to develop cultivation and solicitation strategies with a focus on major and principal gifts.
Job Requirements
This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a relevant area, completion of the CFRE certification, plus minimum 7 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Completion of an advanced degree is an asset.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:
- Progressive fundraising experience with a proven track record of achievement and success with raising funds at the major gift plus level from individuals, corporations and foundations.
- Demonstrated experience leading, motivating and coaching teams (directly or indirectly) is considered an asset.
- Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
- Demonstrated competency in critical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to identify and analyze issues, develop solutions, and implement effective strategies to achieve desired outcomes.
- Ability to collaborate, build and maintain positive relationships with diverse individuals both internal and external to the University.
- Excellent administrative, project management, teamwork, planning, and organizational skills with the ability to thrive under pressure and juggle multiple timelines.
- Strong negotiation and mediation skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent judgment and ability to nurture key relationships.
- A working knowledge of the university environment is an asset.
Nature and Scope:
- Contacts: Communicates regularly with stakeholders across campus from all levels of the institution, representing the department with strong interpersonal skills to influence and motivate others, and to promote, justify and settle highly sensitive matters. Sensitivity to the diverse student and staff population on campus, often working with confidential and sensitive information requiring a mature and professional demeanor. External contacts include individuals with high net worth, senior leaders of industry, executive staff and board members, and government representatives.
- Level of Responsibility: The Associate Director is responsible for advising and partnering with the Director, Faculty Development, Deans and unit heads, fundraising staff and faculty members on the overall faculty and unit strategies and goals and on top prospect and donor strategies.
- Decision-Making Authority: The Associate Director works with confidential and sensitive issues relating to the donor's philanthropy. The impact of decisions of the incumbent will have significant effect on the fundraising program and the University. The Associate Director makes decisions on the call strategy and follow up activity of many of the University's top donors.
- Physical and Sensory Demands: Minimal physical demands typical of an office environment and the demands related to significant travel.
- Working Environment: The Associate Director requires an ability to work under pressure, juggle multiple timelines, negotiate with donors, mediate among staff and faculty, interact with a diverse client base including other members of the UVIC fundraising team, Deans and unit heads, faculty members, senior administration and staff of other university business units.
Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lkn (Songhees and Xsepsm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lkn and WSNE Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.
Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.
Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.
Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
What UVic Offers: To learn more click here
Additional Information
990261-DEVT-2025-JD-AssocDirFacDev-ME11.pdf