The University of British Columbia

Development Coordinator, Annual Giving

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant field.
  • Minimum one year of related experience or equivalent education and experience.
  • Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective organizational and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Support development and implementation of new initiatives for UBC's strategic plan.
  • Ensure donor recognition, acknowledgment, and stewardship programs are effective.
  • Utilize the University's donor and alumni database expertly.
  • Participate in ongoing fundraising planning and process development.
  • Draft solicitation materials and correspondence for donors and prospects.
  • Research and prepare fundraising proposals for senior management.
  • Generate analytical reports as requested by supervisor.

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours to attend events as required.
  • Opportunity to engage with UBC's strategic initiatives.
  • Access to professional development in fundraising and donor engagement.
Full Job Description
Staff - Non Union

Job Category
M&P - AAPS

Job Profile
AAPS Salaried - Development & Alumni Engagement, Level A

Job Title
Development Coordinator, Annual Giving

Department
Annual Giving Leadership| Development| Development & Alumni Engagement

Compensation Range
$6,143.67 - $8,830.25 CAD Monthly
The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.

Posting End Date
August 28, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date
Ongoing

The Development Coordinator is responsible for providing program implementation and coordination to development programs. This position is instrumental in the delivery of programs and services designed to facilitate a lifelong relationship with UBC donors, alumni and students. Participates in on-going fundraising planning.

Organizational Status

Reports to: One of: Associate Director, Manager, Senior Associate Director, Director/Assistant Dean, Senior Development Officer or Executive Director of Development.

Works with: UBC faculty and staff involved in fundraising

Contacts: Donors, outside community groups and organizations.

Supervises: No supervisory responsibilities

Work Performed
  • Supports the development and implementation of new unit initiatives that advance UBC`s strategic plan
  • Ensures that appropriate donor recognition, acknowledgement and stewardship programs are in place;
  • Develops and maintains a deep understanding and expert use of the University's donor and alumni database;
  • Participates in on-going fundraising planning and practice and process development;
  • Writes donor/prospect solicitation materials and correspondence;
  • Researches and drafts fundraising proposals for senior management for presentation to donors;
  • Develops unit analytical reports as requested by manager;
  • Ensures processing of donor gifts, pledges and receipts;
  • Develops and maintains processes and procedures as needed;
  • Needs to accommodate flexible hours, attending events;
  • Performs other related duties as required.


Consequence of Error/Judgement

Programs conducted by the Development and Alumni Engagement portfolio on behalf of the University are very public. The financial and moral responsibility to the University and to donors is significant. The interactions of this position with donors and others external to the University can have serious implications for the Development and Alumni Engagement portfolio. Poor judgement could lead to the alienation of donors, embarrassment to UBC and its senior administration and can result in the loss of significant financial support to the University.

Supervision Received

Works under direction from manager to achieve objectives. Work is reviewed for achievement of objectives, soundness of judgement and quality of work.

Supervision Given

None.

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of one year of related experience. Or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one's own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one's own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills. Effective computer skills.

- Proven ability to interact effectively and positively with staff, managers and donors.

About The University of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a public research university with campuses in Vancouver and Kelowna, British Columbia. Established in 1908, UBC is British Columbia's oldest university. The university is ranked among the top 20 public universities worldwide and among the top three in Canada. UBC is a research-intensive university and has an annual research budget of over $600 million. The university offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of academic fields. UBC has a diverse student population, with over 65,000 students from over 160 countries.
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