Careers Opportunities/Postings :: Associate Director - York University

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Posting Number: 6535
Position Title: Associate Director, Development
Department: External Relations & Alumni Affairs, Schulich School of Business
Affiliation/Union: CPM
Salary Grade: F
Hiring Salary Range: $69,678 - $78,387
Maximum of Salary Range: $95,807
Hours of Work: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Duration: Continuing Full-Time
External Date Range: April 14, 2009 to Posted until filled
Purpose:
Facilitates and provides support for the development activities of the Dean, the Executive Director, Development and Alumni Relations, and development volunteers for the Schulich School of Business. Develop and implement fundraising policies and procedures to support the operations of the Development and Alumni Relations Department and research the potential for implementation of a constituent relationship management system for biographical and donation-related information. Identifies prospective donors, prepares solicitation materials and proposals for donations, solicits potential and past donors for gifts, and provides stewardship of past and new gifts. Supervises the Prospect Researcher and other assigned staff.
Education:
Post secondary education in a related field required, preference given to education at the Master’s level. Ongoing and current development training including courses at recognized educational institutions, workshops, seminars and conferences.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years development experience in a non-profit organization, preference given to candidates with previous experience in a post-secondary environment, with demonstrated responsibility for maintaining appropriate contact with donors and prospects, working with volunteers, supervising support staff, preparing research materials, maintaining databases and working in a team environment.
Skills:
Knowledge of the development process; scrupulous attention to matters of discretion and confidentiality. Excellent written and verbal communications skills with excellent analytical ability. Donor oriented; Knowledge of research techniques and sources Ability to work independently; good-organizational skills. Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, set priorities and meet deadlines. Demonstrated initiative. Experience with Windows and Network based electronic environments, a variety of online databases, CD ROMs and the Internet

We offer comprehensive benefits and access to superb educational and recreational facilities. To apply to this exciting opportunity or for full position details, qualifications and application procedure procedures go to www.yorku.ca/jobs.

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