Philanthropy Advisor, Corporate & Foundation Relations
About the role
Job Title
Philanthropy Advisor, Corporate & Foundation Relations
About the University
At the University of Lethbridge, we speak in perspectives.
We are located in the heart of traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory in southern Alberta with campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary. ULethbridge is more than a place to learn — it’s a place to build a career and make a lasting impact. We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions with more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students. We are an inclusive university that values diverse experiences and backgrounds. Our people are our greatest strength, and we are dedicated to fostering growth and success for all of our people.
Together, we transform lives and communities.
Position Details
External Relations (ER) is a dynamic and collaborative team working across campus to build meaningful partnerships and long-term relationships with alumni, community members, external organizations and donors.
If you’re passionate about building relationships that drive real change, this is the place for you! Reporting to the Director, Philanthropy & Donor Relations the Philanthropy Advisor (PA), Corporate and Foundation Relations is responsible for working with corporations and foundations, locally, regionally and nationally to advance research, support students, and enrich programs across campus. This position will work at the intersection of philanthropy, corporate citizenship, partnership-building, and sponsorship to help shape the future of our University through strategic engagement with our corporate and foundation partners. You’ll collaborate with senior academic leaders and a growing team of Philanthropy Advisors with unique and focused portfolios, all contributing to the larger philanthropic, engagement and revenue generation goals of the University.
Duties:
Raising Funds in Support of Institutional Priorities (70%):
Utilizing the Moves Management fundraising philosophy, the Philanthropy Advisor will manage a prospect/donor portfolio of 125-150 foundations, organizations and corporations with capacity to give up to $100,000. This will require ongoing cultivation, timely visitation, and solicitation efforts. They will spend a significant amount of time out of the office in direct interaction with donors and prospects, helping these constituents fulfill their passions and interests through their giving or partnership with the University. Occasional travel in Lethbridge and throughout Southern Alberta will be required. You will track all necessary donor data, including contact reports, actions, proposals, and deadlines in the Raiser’s Edge database.
Building, Leading and Advancing a Corporate and Foundation Strategy (30%):
In this role, you’ll do more than just steward existing relationships – you’ll help shape the future of the university’s corporate giving and sponsorship strategy. This position offers the exciting opportunity to help establish and grow the University’s sponsorship and naming program around key signature events that span faculties and units such as Let There Be Light Night, PUBlic Professor Series, Vibe Fest, Play Day and more. You will be responsible for developing the necessary materials to support a corporate and foundation solicitation and stewardship strategy including: proposals, impact reports, letters of inquiry, briefings etc., designing a creative and systematic approach for recognizing and stewarding donors and partners, managing and overseeing sponsor recognition and fulfillment and collaborating with the Data and Information Services and Financial Services colleagues to create processes and systems to accurately collect, track and process sponsorships, naming fees, and other gifts.
The University of Lethbridge is undertaking a job classification and compensation review for Administrative Professional Officer (APO) positions. As such, the salary range currently assigned for this position may be adjusted as a result of this project.
Position Qualifications
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Some post-secondary education required, with a University undergraduate or graduate degree preferred.
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Working towards or recognized professional fundraising designation (CFRE or equivalent) an asset.
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Minimum three years of progressive experience and demonstrated success managing and growing revenue and relationships in a sales or philanthropy environment. Experience leading or managing corporate community investment, social impact, or ESG-related programs within a large corporations, including experience with strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and/or corporate giving initiatives is preferred.
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Experience developing and implementing strategic plans, project planning, budget and revenue forecasting, program analysis, and meeting objectives is preferred.
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Recognized leader in managing long-term and productive relationships with donors, customers, volunteers, colleagues, and organizational leaders.
-
Proven experience demonstrating effective “hands on” skills in organizing, motivating, and directing staff and volunteers to achieve shared priorities.
-
Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Comfortable interacting with many different individuals in a variety of contexts (staff, students, donors, corporate and foundation partners).
-
Planning skills to propose new initiatives and to improve efficiency of current services or operations.
-
Proven ability to effectively work across multiple departments and portfolios within an organization.
-
Clear understanding of and strict adherence to ethical fundraising standards.
-
Result-oriented with a desire to deliver high-quality solutions under demanding timelines.
-
Experience working as part of a campaign effort with a view towards satisfying the future campaign needs of the organization.
-
A clear police check, which includes a vulnerable sector search, is required (or is in process of being completed) prior to employment.
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The successful candidate must be based in Lethbridge or be willing to commute to Lethbridge at least three days per week, and must have the ability to travel to Calgary from time-to-time.
Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)
$65,153.16 - $81,963.08 annually
Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)
$65,153.16 - $98,772.99 annually (APO - Grade 3)
Campus
Lethbridge
Employment Group
APO
Position Category
Other
About University of Lethbridge
The University of Lethbridge (also known as uLethbridge and U of L) is a publicly funded comprehensive academic and research university, founded in the liberal education tradition, located in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, with two other urban campuses in Calgary and Edmonton. The main building sits among the coulees on the west side of the Oldman River.uLethbridge is a member of the Alberta Rural Development Network.
Philanthropy Advisor, Corporate & Foundation Relations
About the role
Job Title
Philanthropy Advisor, Corporate & Foundation Relations
About the University
At the University of Lethbridge, we speak in perspectives.
We are located in the heart of traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory in southern Alberta with campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary. ULethbridge is more than a place to learn — it’s a place to build a career and make a lasting impact. We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions with more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students. We are an inclusive university that values diverse experiences and backgrounds. Our people are our greatest strength, and we are dedicated to fostering growth and success for all of our people.
Together, we transform lives and communities.
Position Details
External Relations (ER) is a dynamic and collaborative team working across campus to build meaningful partnerships and long-term relationships with alumni, community members, external organizations and donors.
If you’re passionate about building relationships that drive real change, this is the place for you! Reporting to the Director, Philanthropy & Donor Relations the Philanthropy Advisor (PA), Corporate and Foundation Relations is responsible for working with corporations and foundations, locally, regionally and nationally to advance research, support students, and enrich programs across campus. This position will work at the intersection of philanthropy, corporate citizenship, partnership-building, and sponsorship to help shape the future of our University through strategic engagement with our corporate and foundation partners. You’ll collaborate with senior academic leaders and a growing team of Philanthropy Advisors with unique and focused portfolios, all contributing to the larger philanthropic, engagement and revenue generation goals of the University.
Duties:
Raising Funds in Support of Institutional Priorities (70%):
Utilizing the Moves Management fundraising philosophy, the Philanthropy Advisor will manage a prospect/donor portfolio of 125-150 foundations, organizations and corporations with capacity to give up to $100,000. This will require ongoing cultivation, timely visitation, and solicitation efforts. They will spend a significant amount of time out of the office in direct interaction with donors and prospects, helping these constituents fulfill their passions and interests through their giving or partnership with the University. Occasional travel in Lethbridge and throughout Southern Alberta will be required. You will track all necessary donor data, including contact reports, actions, proposals, and deadlines in the Raiser’s Edge database.
Building, Leading and Advancing a Corporate and Foundation Strategy (30%):
In this role, you’ll do more than just steward existing relationships – you’ll help shape the future of the university’s corporate giving and sponsorship strategy. This position offers the exciting opportunity to help establish and grow the University’s sponsorship and naming program around key signature events that span faculties and units such as Let There Be Light Night, PUBlic Professor Series, Vibe Fest, Play Day and more. You will be responsible for developing the necessary materials to support a corporate and foundation solicitation and stewardship strategy including: proposals, impact reports, letters of inquiry, briefings etc., designing a creative and systematic approach for recognizing and stewarding donors and partners, managing and overseeing sponsor recognition and fulfillment and collaborating with the Data and Information Services and Financial Services colleagues to create processes and systems to accurately collect, track and process sponsorships, naming fees, and other gifts.
The University of Lethbridge is undertaking a job classification and compensation review for Administrative Professional Officer (APO) positions. As such, the salary range currently assigned for this position may be adjusted as a result of this project.
Position Qualifications
-
Some post-secondary education required, with a University undergraduate or graduate degree preferred.
-
Working towards or recognized professional fundraising designation (CFRE or equivalent) an asset.
-
Minimum three years of progressive experience and demonstrated success managing and growing revenue and relationships in a sales or philanthropy environment. Experience leading or managing corporate community investment, social impact, or ESG-related programs within a large corporations, including experience with strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and/or corporate giving initiatives is preferred.
-
Experience developing and implementing strategic plans, project planning, budget and revenue forecasting, program analysis, and meeting objectives is preferred.
-
Recognized leader in managing long-term and productive relationships with donors, customers, volunteers, colleagues, and organizational leaders.
-
Proven experience demonstrating effective “hands on” skills in organizing, motivating, and directing staff and volunteers to achieve shared priorities.
-
Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Comfortable interacting with many different individuals in a variety of contexts (staff, students, donors, corporate and foundation partners).
-
Planning skills to propose new initiatives and to improve efficiency of current services or operations.
-
Proven ability to effectively work across multiple departments and portfolios within an organization.
-
Clear understanding of and strict adherence to ethical fundraising standards.
-
Result-oriented with a desire to deliver high-quality solutions under demanding timelines.
-
Experience working as part of a campaign effort with a view towards satisfying the future campaign needs of the organization.
-
A clear police check, which includes a vulnerable sector search, is required (or is in process of being completed) prior to employment.
-
The successful candidate must be based in Lethbridge or be willing to commute to Lethbridge at least three days per week, and must have the ability to travel to Calgary from time-to-time.
Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)
$65,153.16 - $81,963.08 annually
Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)
$65,153.16 - $98,772.99 annually (APO - Grade 3)
Campus
Lethbridge
Employment Group
APO
Position Category
Other
About University of Lethbridge
The University of Lethbridge (also known as uLethbridge and U of L) is a publicly funded comprehensive academic and research university, founded in the liberal education tradition, located in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, with two other urban campuses in Calgary and Edmonton. The main building sits among the coulees on the west side of the Oldman River.uLethbridge is a member of the Alberta Rural Development Network.