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 Manager, Donor Relations the Donor Relations Officer, Major Gifts is an essential member of the Development team, providing key support that will help steward significant gifts, build stronger relationships with donors, and demonstrate the impact of philanthropy on the university. The Officer will be instrumental in helping to advance major gift opportunities for the university’s strategic priorities.
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 are 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 and friends. UVic offers a combination of dynamic learning, vital impact and an extraordinary academic environment that can’t be found anywhere else.
The university's Development team has been growing steadily, raising over $25 million annually, and is in the planning stage of a comprehensive campaign.
About the Position:
The Donor Relations Officer, Major Gifts will manage a stewardship portfolio of major gift donors in partnership with faculty-based fundraisers, Principal Gifts, and Corporate and Foundation Relations. They will work with key internal stakeholders to develop and implement individualized and strategic stewardship plans for major gift donors. The Officer will be responsible for writing and designing custom stewardship reports for prioritized major gift, principal gift, and corporate and foundation donors. They will also be responsible for crafting custom thank you letters from the President’s office and other executive leaders for donors.
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
- This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement;
- 15 vacation days per year;
- A competitive benefits package;
- When on campus, enjoy the park-like atmosphere working in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
*Posting is ongoing until filled, but application review will commence on June 25, 2025.*
*This position is eligible for a Remote Work Arrangement*
*This position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement*
The salary range for this position is:
- Recruitment range: $75,755- $83,525 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
- Performance range: $98,528 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.
