Manager of Philanthropy (3 Year Contract)

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Department:

Development and Fundraising

Position Type:

Fixed Term Administrative

Salary Range:

$53.24-$66.56-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36.25

Anticipated Start Date:

September 21, 2026

Length of Contract:

3 years

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date:

September 1, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy and as a member of the Advancement Management Team, the incumbent is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive, strategic, and integrated major gift program that incorporates the most effective fundraising strategies. The incumbent will work in collaboration with Advancement colleagues as well as academic leadership and non-academic units to execute fundraising strategies that support College priorities.

The incumbent will lead several multi-million-dollar fundraising campaigns around priority projects using campaign management best practices. The incumbent will work closely with College leadership to implement the campaigns by developing solid communications, recruiting and managing external volunteer champions, and implementing cultivation and solicitations activities. The incumbent will also, where appropriate, incorporate alumni and legacy giving strategies in collaboration with Advancement colleagues.

The incumbent is responsible to initiate, develop and strengthen relationships with a prospect pool of 125+ individuals, corporations, foundations, and other organizations. Developing a robust and diverse major gift pipeline is critical. With a focus on gifts of $10,000+, the incumbent has direct revenue accountability to raise $1-2 million annually and specific performance metrics based on activity targets. The incumbent ensures major gift donors are effectively cultivated and stewarded through meaningful communications, engagement opportunities, recognition, and reporting.

The incumbent is an outstanding strategist, leader, project manager, and team member who thrives in a collaborative and results-driven environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations or Public Administration. Equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience may be accepted in place of formal education.

• Certified as, or pursing, a Canadian Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is considered an asset;

• Minimum seven (7) years experience in working as a front-line major gift fundraiser with a portfolio of 125+ prospects and donors;

• Experience closing multi-year commitments of five and six figures;

• Experience developing and implementing a fundraising campaign of $1 million +

• Experience mobilizing and inspiring volunteers of influence and affluence;

• Knowledge of all aspects of fundraising – regulation, methods of fundraising (direct marketing, major gift, planned giving, campaigns), volunteer management,

• Experience developing cases of support, proposals, and donor correspondence.

• Significant front-line fundraising experience in a high-performance team environment, closing gifts in the range of $10,000 - $1 M+

• Track record managing donor pipelines and identifying and soliciting high potential donors;

• Experience in fundraising campaigns and working with volunteers;

• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with a professional presence and manner, with an ability to build significant relationships with high net worth donors;

• Excellent analytical skills. An ability to assess the donor pipeline and giving trends, track cultivation and solicitation efforts;

• Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills and attention to detail;

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, work proactively, and manage competing priorities in a complex environment;

• Excellent oral and written skills with a demonstrated ability to write effectively and persuasively and present to diverse groups;

• A flexible team player able to collaborate with and inspire colleagues and senior volunteers;

• Strong computer skills, including experience with MS Office software applications and demonstrated knowledge of Raiser’s Edge preferred;

• Familiar and adherence to Imagine Canada ethics and Association of Fund Raising Professional Code of Ethics;

• Regular participation in conferences organized by the Canadian Council for the Advancement of Education (CCAE), the Association of Fundraising Professionals, the Canadian Association of Gift Planner and/or the Estate Planning Council Membership is an asset.

*This vacancy is for P23323

*This position is paid at Payband 11

Anticipated Schedule:

Monday-Friday regular working hours

Occasional evening/weekend based on events/business needs

This position is eligible for hybrid work (minimum 2 days on site) in conjunction with the College's Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).    

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers

• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.

• Company Culture: Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024

• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation

• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

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Accessibility:

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at [email protected]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.