Director of Development

Date Posted: 02/17/2026

Req : 46934

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Office of Advancement

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Existing Vacancy: Yes

The Faculty of Arts & Science is at the heart of Canada’s leading university, with more than 35,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world, through its combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

Our history shows that the shared commitment of the Faculty of Arts & Science and its supporters advance progress and deepen understanding on the issues that matter. The campaign fuels curiosity, innovation, and discovery—spanning explorations of diverse cultures and histories, ethical AI, quantum computing, climate change, democratic foundations, and developments in memory care. Across these priorities and more, we are raising support for student access and success, academic programs and teaching excellence, research and innovation, and the infrastructure and spaces that sustain them.

We can only achieve our mission through the dedication and excellence of our staff and faculty. Join the most ambitious university campaign in Canadian history.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Development, the Director of Development provides leadership in the development and implementation of current and deferred major gift fundraising programs for the Faculty of Arts and Science, including a strategic focus on securing donations of $100,000+ and above. The Director of Development manages major gifts officers, who are members of the major gift development team.

The Director of Development’s portfolio and strategic emphasis will centre on the Munk School of Global Affairs Public Policy. The Munk School is a world‑leading, interdisciplinary hub for research, teaching, and public engagement dedicated to addressing major global challenges. It unifies those passionate about global affairs to research, discuss, and shape solutions for a fast‑changing world.

The incumbent identifies and cultivates prospective donors and solicits major gifts. The Director leads annual strategy setting and contributes insights into campaigns, typically project based, designed to secure significant philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, and foundations. They identify potential senior volunteers and oversee volunteer relations. The Director will prepare and accompany senior leadership on donor calls and provide ongoing, professional advice to program directors regarding fundraising strategies and approaches.

The Director of Development ensures appropriate stewardship following each gift to sustain donor involvement, interest, and support. Because the active participation of members of the university community and volunteers is essential to the success of the program, the incumbent is expected to engage effectively with faculty, staff, donors, and volunteers.

EDUCATION:

• A university degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Graduate degree an asset.

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of seven (7) years of recent and related years of progressively more senior experience in Advancement, preferably in an Educational Institution setting.
• Demonstrated success in major gifts, gift planning, and annual giving fundraising required.
• Experience in strategic fundraising planning and execution.
• Experience in a post-secondary environment is an asset.
• Experience in proposal writing and presentation to donors.
• Experience with data management systems.
• Demonstrated experience and success managing, motivating, and mentoring key stakeholders, bringing out the best in teams and individuals.
• Demonstrated strong client service orientation and experience fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

SKILLS:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build new and long‑term relationships with prospects, donors, and…