UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG FOUNDATION
The University of Winnipeg Foundation is dedicated to fundraising and asset stewardship in support of the vision and mission of The University of Winnipeg and its Collegiate.
The University of Winnipeg Foundation has immediate openings for the following positions:
ENDOWMENT FUND DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Reporting to and working in consultation with the President and CEO of The University of Winnipeg Foundation, the Endowment Fund Development Officer will develop and implement a comprehensive fund development program seeking private support for the University of Winnipeg Foundation's Endowment Fund.
Responsibilities
- Work with the President and CEO to develop a Strategic Plan to grow the Endowment Fund
- Develop and implement an overall process for systematically increasing the level of endowed funds to a minimum of $10,000 on a priority basis
- Secure new gifts to the endowment fund
- Meet with community leaders, deans, directors, faculty members, and staff members to determine fundraising priorities
- Support Foundation Board Members and the President and CEO in solicitation activities
- Coordinate Recognition and Stewardship activity in cooperation with the Donor Stewardship Officer
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field AND a minimum of five years of demonstrated success as a development officer
- Must have knowledge of individual, corporate, and foundation fundraising techniques
- Requires a high level of written and oral communication skills, persuasiveness, imagination and insight into developing relationships with individuals and donors
Please submit resume and cover letter in pdf format to: Michelle Kauenhowen at m.kauenhowen@uwinnipeg.ca.
Include job title in subject line. Application deadline, April 23, 2012.



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