The University of British Columbia

Development Coordinator

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

Qualifications

  • University degree in relevant discipline
  • Minimum of one year of related experience or equivalent combination of experience and education
  • Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills

Responsibilities

  • Support development and implementation of unit initiatives
  • Ensure appropriate donor recognition and stewardship programs
  • Develop expertise in the University’s donor and alumni database
  • Participate in fundraising planning and process development
  • Provide project coordination across donor and alumni-focused projects
  • Research and draft fundraising proposals for senior management
  • Process donor gifts, pledges, and receipts

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth and development
  • Engagement with a diverse community of donors and alumni
  • Flexible hours to accommodate events
  • Participation in high-profile fundraising initiatives
  • Ability to contribute positively to UBC's strategic goals
Full Job Description
Staff - Non Union

Job Category
M&P - AAPS

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

Job Title
Development Coordinator

Department
Development Medicine Operations

Compensation Range
$5,791.00 - $8,323.42 CAD Monthly

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Posting End Date
June 28, 2026

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

Job End Date

Ongoing

 

For further information on this role, please contact [email protected]

Job Summary
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.


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;

• Provides project coordination across a range of donor and alumni-focused projects

• 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
University degree in relevant discipline. Minimum of one year of related experience, or the equivalent combination of experience and education.
- 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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