Development Officer

NBCC is seeking a dynamic and relationship-driven Development Officer to join our Advancement team and help secure the philanthropic support that empowers student success and enhances teaching and learning across New Brunswick. As a Development Officer, you will build meaningful relationships with donors, community partners, corporations, foundations, and other supporters who share our commitment to student success. Through strategic fundraising and donor engagement, you will help create opportunities that remove barriers to education and ensure students have access to modern learning environments and critical financial supports. Position Type: Regular Location: Any NBCC campus location Salary Range: $59,046.00 to $82,576.00 per annum Responsibilities Build relationships, engage stakeholders, and secure philanthropic gifts that advance student success, enhance learning environments, and support NBCC's strategic priorities. Respond to inquiries from new and existing donors regarding donations to NBCC programs and engagement opportunities. Manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors. Support internal fundraising requests and build relationships with college faculty and staff to identify prospective donors and strategic needs. Maintain accurate donor records within the Customer relationship management (CRM) system. Coordinate equipment and in-kind donations, including appraisal and documentation processes. Develop and maintain donor prospect pipelines that support sustainable philanthropic growth. Be accountable for achieving individual fundraising revenue and activity goals. Qualifications Education Two-year post-secondary diploma in Business Administration or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience & Expertise Minimum of three years of recent, related experience in fundraising, sales, partnership development, account management, or business development. Demonstrated success in building relationships and securing significant financial commitments. Proven ability to achieve or exceed fundraising targets, sales goals, or other performance objectives. Experience soliciting and securing contributions from individuals, corporations, foundations, or other funding partners is considered a strong asset. Experience across a broad spectrum of fundraising activities, including annual giving and mid-level giving is an asset. Experience with major gifts, capital campaigns, and/or fundraising within a post-secondary environment is considered an asset. This position may require travel. Candidates must hold and maintain a valid New Brunswick driver's licence. Skills & Attributes Strong relationship-building, networking, and communication skills. Exceptional presentation, writing, and interpersonal abilities. Knowledge of fundraising best practices and ethical standards. Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Sound judgment, initiative, and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment. Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills. Customer-focused approach with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality results. Ability to build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders and communicate effectively across diverse audiences. About New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) With six Campuses across the province, New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) transforms lives and communities across New Brunswick and contributes to the social and economic prosperity of our province. Why work with NBCC? You want to make a difference. By working at NBCC, you can support students in achieving their educational and career aspirations, help meet the needs of employers and contribute to stronger communities across New Brunswick. You want to belong to something bigger. NBCC welcomes the individual experiences and perspectives of our learners, our staff and our partners. We nurture a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and has opportunities to add value. NBCC is an equal opportunity employer building a dynamic team that is representative of the communities and industries that we serve. We're one of the best places to work in Atlantic Canada. For ten years in a row, we have been named one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers because of our commitment to families, community service and employee engagement. This includes, paid time off to volunteer, comprehensive benefits packages and professional development opportunities. Are you interested? Benefits At NBCC, we invest in your growth and well-being. We support career advancement through Professional Certifications and prioritize your whole self, with benefits like paid volunteer days and comprehensive health coverage. Some of the many benefits we offer are: Membership in the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan. Opportunities for professional development and training. Free access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP). Paid sick and vacation leave. Volunteer leave. Tuition Reimbursement Programs. Curious to learn more about the benefits NBCC has to offer? Visit our Careers Page. All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada at the time of application. The New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to being flexible in its operations and to the well-being of its employees. This includes considering reasonable requests for alternative work arrangements, when feasible, to meet the changing needs of the College and its students. In order to ensure our student needs are met, flexible work arrangements cannot extend beyond the New Brunswick border. NBCC employees must be living in a location that is a reasonable distance from one of our seven work locations around the Province. NBCC is committed to employment equity and strives to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants participating in all aspects of the selection process. All interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter online by September 11, 2026.

The Development Officer is responsible for building relationships with donors and stakeholders to secure philanthropic gifts that support student success. This includes managing a donor portfolio, maintaining CRM records, and achieving specific fundraising revenue goals.

Requires a two-year post-secondary diploma in Business Administration or a related field and at least three years of experience in fundraising, sales, or business development. Candidates must possess a valid New Brunswick driver's licence and demonstrate success in securing financial commitments.

• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan • Professional development and training • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) • Paid sick leave • Vacation leave • Volunteer leave • Tuition Reimbursement Programs • Comprehensive health coverage

• Time managementPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• CRM ManagementPreferred
• interpersonal skillsPreferred
• Account ManagementPreferred
• Decision MakingPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Relationship BuildingPreferred
• Stakeholder ManagementPreferred
• FundraisingPreferred

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• Relationship Building
• Fundraising
• Donor Engagement
• Stakeholder Management
• CRM Management
• Strategic Planning
• Communication
• Presentation Skills
• Writing
• Interpersonal Skills
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Analytical Thinking
• Decision Making
• Networking
• Account Management

• Education
• Sales
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative

Minimum education

College diploma

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 27, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level