Senior Director, Development

University of Toronto Entrepreneurship

. Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors, with a focus on principal gift donors .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaSenior💰 CA$142,333 - CA$284,666 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in fundraising management, including developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising plans, managing donor relationships, and leading high-performing teams. Possesses strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills essential for engaging with stakeholders and achieving fundraising goals.

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Fundraising ManagementDonor Relationship ManagementTeam LeadershipVolunteer ManagementStrategic Planning

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Hard Skills

Fundraising PlansBudget ManagementStewardship ProgramsSolicitation TechniquesDatabase SoftwareWord ProcessingSpreadsheet ProgramsResearch SkillsAnalytical SkillsPolitical Acumen

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsMotivational SkillsCreativity

Tools & Technologies

DISFIS

Industry Keywords

Advancement ExperiencePost-Secondary Education SystemFundraising SectorMajor Gift DonorsAlumni Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors, with a focus on principal gift donors
Provide leadership and management for the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering’s comprehensive fundraising program
Prepare, implement and manage the annual Faculty-wide development plan
Ensure achievement of annual and campaign goals and objectives
Provide leadership, guidance and advice to faculty and academic directors on complex fundraising projects
Provide advice and resolve complex issues
Prepare briefing materials for senior leadership
Develop and implement a comprehensive stewardship program
Manage complex funding opportunities and project budgets
Manage the Development team budget
Lead volunteer training in cultivation and solicitation activities
Make solicitation calls
Hire, train, develop and manage a high-performing team of development professionals
Liaise with departmental staff involved in advancement activities
Serve as a lead member of the Faculty Advancement team

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree with an exceptional combination of education and experience
Minimum of seven years of advancement experience in progressively responsible roles
Management and leadership experience, including the ability to motivate, coach and inspire staff
Successful fundraising track record
Experience interacting with major gift donors, volunteers, alumni and industry representatives is a strong asset
Demonstrated volunteer management experience
Experience developing, implementing and managing fundraising plans and programs
Strong computer skills, including word processing, database software and spreadsheet programs
Knowledge of DIS and FIS is an asset
Exceptional oral and written communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Political acumen and ability to influence key stakeholders internally and externally
Strong organizational, research, and analytical skills
Initiative, tact, diplomacy, and creativity
Ability to multitask in a hectic, results-oriented environment
Proven ability to motivate and manage staff and volunteers
Comprehensive and global understanding of the Faculty and University of Toronto is a strong asset
General knowledge of the post-secondary education system and fundraising sector is a strong asset
Ability to work some evenings and weekends

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive and global University of Toronto employment benefits are not specified in the posting
Diversity Survey is voluntary
Accessibility accommodations available during the application and hiring process