DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (BAND 8)
Office of Development
Faculty of Medicine
(Full-Time, 3-Year Contractual Position)

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

DUTIES

Reporting to the Senior Development Officer, Medicine, the successful candidate's responsibilities include: identifying, evaluating, cultivating, and soliciting appropriate prospective donors; drafting donor correspondence, gift agreements, briefing notes, basic proposals, and other written materials as needed; developing and successfully achieving fundraising goals; assisting in the planning and execution of an annual fundraising plan; working with the alumni engagement and stewardship team to enhance the relationship between donors and the University; providing status reports; and performing other related duties as required. As a fundraising professional, the successful candidate will assist in meeting the fundraising goals of the Faculty of Medicine. They will develop relationships between the Faculty and its alumni, community members, and corporations while implementing, facilitating, and managing fundraising strategies and initiatives for various areas of the Faculty. They will maintain a portfolio of active donors, and actively cultivate and solicit those donors with giving capacity, with an emphasis on timely and strategic actions in order to amplify donations for Memorial University. Willingness and flexibility to work some non- traditional hours and ability to travel is required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (3-5 years) in an advancement-related field, business development, sales and/or sponsorship, preferably in fundraising in the education or not-for-profit sector; graduation from a four-year college or university; or any equivalent combination of experience. Persuasive and productive communication, diplomacy, and negotiation skills that allow success both within the campus environment and externally, as well as the ability to build and maintain productive donor relationships, manage multiple projects from conception to completion within tightly prescribed timelines, and work both independently and within a team are required. The successful candidate should have exemplary judgement, written and oral communication skills, and be goal-focused with the ability to achieve fundraising targets. Demonstrated financial experience is an asset as is knowledge of Memorial University and its unique mandate and responsibilities to the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

SALARY $63,099 - $86,042 (Management and Professional)
CLOSING DATE: July 3, 2024
COMPETITION NUMBER: MUN02842

Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website www.mun.ca/careers. Applications must be received by the end of business day on the competition closing date. You may drop off a paper application to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229; or fax your resume to (709) 864- 6344. Call us at (709) 864-6404 for assistance.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Inquiries about this opportunity should be directed to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229 or by telephone at (709) 864-6404.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.