Job detail

Director of Development, Faculty of Applied Science

University of British Columbia

FULL_TIME
Posted 3/16/2026

Location

Vancouver, British Columbia

Core responsibilities

This role involves developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies for the faculty of applied science, focusing on key priorities like clean energy, sustainability, and major capital campaigns. The director will partner with senior management and faculty to secure support from individual philanthropists, foundations, and industry collaborations.

Requirements summary

A minimum of eight years of experience is required, including five years in fundraising, alumni relations, or advancement, along with a university degree in a relevant discipline. Candidates must be strategic, collaborative, able to work autonomously, and possess strong interpersonal and negotiation skills for dealing with major donors and senior administration.

bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeRelationship ManagementNegotiation SkillsProject ManagementProposal DevelopmentStrategic PlanningAlumni EngagementMentorshipStaff ManagementFoundationsIndustry PartnershipsSolicitationGoal MonitoringFundraising StrategyCapital CampaignsPhilanthropistsDonor Pipeline Management