University Development Manager - Athletics Focus

Support fundraising initiatives for athletics and student engagement at the University of Guelph as a Development Manager.

Your role will connect alumni and donors to impactful campus opportunities.

As a key member of the Alumni Affairs & Development team, you will be responsible for soliciting major gifts and building sustainable relationships with donors. This temporary role lasts from August 3, 2026, to August 3, 2027, and focuses on athletic priorities, scholarships, and campus projects. You will endeavor to meet an evolving annual fundraising goal while actively engaging with a variety of stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and solicit a donor portfolio effectively

• Undertake 10-15 monthly face-to-face donor meetings

• Create materials for fundraising proposals and asks

• Collaborate with campus leaders on fundraising strategies

• Develop planned giving pipelines with the Gift Planning Manager

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree and ideally two years in fundraising

• Demonstrated commitment to professional development

• Capacity to manage multiple priorities in dynamic settings

• Comfort engaging with senior-level stakeholders

• Attend events on evenings and weekends as needed

Join a dynamic team that enhances the student and campus experience through meaningful philanthropy at the University of Guelph.
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