Senior Development Officer

Requirements

• 3-5 years of progressive fundraising experience in securing major gifts and volunteer recruitment and management and experience with the full scope of development activities including discovery, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, recognition and stewardship at the major gift level.
• Successful record of accomplishment of developing and implementing strategies for major gift solicitations with demonstrated success in personally securing and closing major gifts.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Understanding and appreciation of the key role of a university education and in particular Mathematics, and the crucial importance of attracting and retaining the very best talent available (students, faculty, staff).
• Understanding of the university environment including the integration of research and teaching.
• Knowledge of giving vehicles and non-complex gifts.
• Proven competence in project management, multi-tasking, planning, analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, oral and writing skills including the expertise to create promotional materials and proposals.
• Political acumen and problem solving skills are required.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours as required (some weekends a

Additional Information

At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day. Learn more about our recruitment process. Job Requisition ID: 2026-00856 Time Type: Full time Employee Group: Staff Job Category: Advancement and Alumni Engagement Employment Type: Permanent Department: Faculty of Mathematics - Dean of Mathematics Office - Development Hiring Range: $87,620.25 - $109,525.32 Posting Information: This posting is for an existing vacancy. The internal posting deadline for this position is June 25, 2026 at 11:59PM Job Description: Primary Purpose Accountable to the Director of Advancement, Faculty of Mathematics, and working in cooperation with the Development and Alumni Affairs team, the Development Officer will be responsible for the corporate and individual fundraising of gifts within the Faculty of Mathematics. Primary responsibilities carried out as a member of the Development team and as a member of the Faculty of Mathematics, will include: identification, evaluation, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of corporate, foundation and individual donors for the University of Waterloo's Faculty of Mathematics, and interdisciplinary priority projects. Key Accountabilities Portfolio & Prospect Management - Develops and maintains a good working knowledge of the faculty, and the University of Waterloo's activities, priorities and needs in both teaching and research. - Has a thorough working knowledge of the Faculty of Mathematics fundraising priorities and the University of Waterloo's priority projects and progress. - Using this knowledge, and in consultation with the Director, coordinates fundraising strategies for the corporate, foundation, and individual sectors, including cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of prospects. - Actively seeks out new prospects for the faculty and coordinates prospect identification and research activities. - Has knowledge of giving vehicles and non-complex gifts, refers planned giving. Communications & Coordination - Creates fundraising materials suitable for presentation to prospective contributors by soliciting technical content from faculty members and working with the Faculty of Mathematics Communications team, Office of Advancement, Creative Services, and University Relations as required. - Develops proposals for projects tailored to the specific interests of corporations, foundations, individuals and associations in conjunction with the faculty. - Maintains/updates the database by ensuring that meeting notes are recorded and significant moves are tracked in the system. - Gives direction and advice to student fundraising initiatives (including sponsorship) within the Faculty. - Coordinates special projects and campaigns as assigned. - Provides functional direction to administrative staff involved in these activities, where applicable. Relationship Management - Establishes and maintains relationships with the corporate sector (donations officer, senior officers, etc.), including calls to companies, arranging site visits to campus, special events, announcements, information exchanges. - Recruits, trains and manages volunteer teams as assigned. - Supports the work of the Senior Advancement Officer in coordinating communications and building relationships with students, young alumni and graduates. Required Qualifications Education - University degree or equivalent education or experience

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