Under the general direction of the supervisor, the incumbent will develop, plan and implement strategies for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, closing and stewarding Major Gifts of at least $25K. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and managing a portfolio of 100 – 150 prospects and will develop and implement a fundraising plan for major gift prospects including the qualification, cultivation and solicitation of individuals (alumni, parents, friends, etc) capable of contributing major gifts of $25,000 or more to University priorities.
Requirements
- Manage a prospect portfolio (approx. 100 – 150) and carry out significant steps (moves) in accordance with a strategy designed to result in increased philanthropic support for McGill University.
- Qualify, cultivate and solicit prospects capable of contributing major gifts of $25,000 or more to University priorities.
- Through personal visits, qualify individuals to determine capacity, inclination and interests in providing special and major gift support to the University. Evaluate and recommend appropriate next steps for newly qualified potential donors and current donors.
- Develop major gift fundraising strategies and timetables, to secure gifts of $25,000 or more from top prospects in the DO portfolio.
- Participate in Prospect Management System; file timely and appropriate contact reports, recording of proposals, etc.
- Work closely with the supervisor to ensure that messages and communications (e.g., proposals) are consistent with the University’s case for support and fundraising priorities and with colleagues throughout the University Advancement Development Office to achieve university-wide fundraising goals.
- Undertake special projects.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance)
- Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%)
- Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
- Competitive vacation policy
- Two (2) personal days
- Two (2) floating holidays
- Nine (9) 'Summer Fridays' - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
- Paid time off over the December holiday period
- Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
- Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits
