5-10 years of experience in alumni affairs or advancement roles
Proven track record in fundraising and donor engagement
Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strategic thinker with a focus on integrated advancement strategies
Responsibilities
Design and implement a comprehensive advancement strategy
Lead and mentor a team of eight professionals
Collaborate with university leadership on initiatives
Oversee fundraising campaigns and alumni engagement efforts
Enhance advancement communications and marketing
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Participation in the University Pension Plan
Opportunity to work closely with senior administration
Engagement in a significant fundraising campaign
Supportive work environment fostering professional growth
Full Job Description
Executive Director, Alumni Affairs & Advancement
THE OPPORTUNITY
NOTE: Please review the full Executive Brief for further details including job duties and required skills, experience, and education. The Executive Brief can be found at: www.kcitalent.com.
Victoria University is seeking an Executive Director, Alumni Affairs & Advancement to orchestrate its next era of philanthropic success.
Capitalizing on the momentum of the largest fundraising campaign in the University's history, the Executive Director will design and execute an integrated advancement strategy that propels our mission forward. In this role, the successful candidate will provide high-level strategic direction across fundraising and alumni engagement, with significant input around advancement communications and marketing, while empowering and mentoring a dedicated team of eight professionals.
The Executive Director, Alumni Affairs & Advancement is appointed by the Board of Regents and reports directly to the President of Victoria University. As a valued and integral member of the senior administration, the Executive Director will work closely and collaboratively with the University's leadership team to support university initiatives and priorities.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Curious to know more? Further information can be found in the Executive Brief at www.kcitalent.com. And if you have questions, please reach out to Tara George or Jill Anderson, at KCI Search + Talent at VictoriaUniv@kcitalent.com.
Resume and covering letter aredue by November 16, 2026, and should be sent to VictoriaUniv@kcitalent.com. All inquiries and applications will be held in strict confidence.
Work location: Victoria University at 73 Queen's Park Crescent, Toronto, with attendance in person a minimum of 4 days per week.
Compensation: The target hiring range for this role is $190,000 to $240,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package and participation in the University Pension Plan.
This posting is for a continuing, full-time vacancy that will exist due to the retirement of the incumbent. Artificial intelligence will not be used to screen resumes or assess candidates in this search.
