Associate Director of Development, Faculty of Arts
About Toronto Metropolitan University
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to becoming Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.
Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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The team
About University Advancement
University Advancement (UA) is a comprehensive development and alumni relations enterprise serving the priorities of Ryerson’s academic plan. Our mission is to build lifelong relationships, engaging alumni and friends, faculty and staff, and corporations and foundations, and matching their interests with the needs and priorities of the university. University Advancement at Ryerson is a dedicated team of professionals, committed to collaboration, diversity, and integrity, and to being trustworthy stewards of our donors’ investments.
About the Faculty of Arts
The Faculty of Arts connects academic excellence with relevant results, encouraging active and critical minds. We stimulate awareness for better understanding through examination of the past and present, both locally and globally. Through collaboration and inclusion – of diverse ideas, people, and cultures – we inform innovative policy and drive positive change for community and individual empowerment.
The Faculty of Arts empowers students, graduates and faculty members to become local and global citizens, leaders who are catalysts for positive change in society and our communities.
The opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Associate Director of Development (ADOD) to join the growing Faculty of Arts Advancement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of major gift and sponsorship prospects and developing and implementing plans for the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of such gifts. The candidate will ensure proper stewardship takes place following a gift to maintain the donor’s involvement, interest and support. They will also oversee the planning and execution of related events, manage work plans and calendars.
The Associate Director of Development will support the cultivation and solicitation activities of volunteers. They will also assist in the researching and writing of proposals, grant applications and other fundraising materials as it relates to individual, foundation and corporate prospects in supporting the Faculty of Arts’ fundraising goals.
Individuals with an educational background in the humanities and social sciences are encouraged to apply: individuals from communities that are underrepresented in higher education advancement will be prioritized, and those passionate about social justice and equity.
Qualifications
To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:
- Successful completion of a post-secondary degree in a related field and three (3) years to five (5) years experience of progressively responsible fundraising, sponsorship and development management experience preferably in an educational environment
- Must have a demonstrated ability to identify and implement major gift strategic planning and solicitation strategies.
- Must possess a working knowledge of complex information systems, prospect tracking, research, tax laws, basic financial planning and deferred giving programs.
- Experience with documentation and presentation preparation related to fundraising strategy.
- Experience managing and training volunteers and volunteer programs.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels of the University.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills and creativity and imagination.
- Exceptional interpersonal/social interaction skills
- Prospect identification skills, knowledge of research methodology and skills in the evaluation, rating and moves management of prospects.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, especially in the area of proposal writing and interaction with stakeholders.
- Proficiency in the use of a fundraising database and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
Additional details
| Position # | 20004285 |
| Reports to | Director of Development |
| Vacancy type | Term |
| Start date | ASAP |
| End date | One year from the start date |
| Employee Group | MAC |
| Hours of work | 36.25 |
| Work location | Hybrid |
| Grade | C51 |
| Salary Scale | $73,640 – $117,632 (hiring range: $73,640 – $95,636) |
| HR Contact | Renee Gordon, HR Consulting Advisor |
| Posting date | May 6, 2022 |
| Closing date | May 20, 2022 |
Qualified MAC employees will be interviewed before members of other employee groups.
We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications and also reach out to Tracey King, Indigenous Human Resources Lead for support during the selection process.
As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University’s careersite.
Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please reach out to: hr@ryerson.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.