mcmaster university

director of advancement, bequests & planned giving

Position Overview

Organization: McMaster University

Title: Director of Advancement, Bequests and Planned Giving

Reports to: Angela Crowly, Chief Development Officer (Programs)

Team: One (Manager, Bequests & Planned Giving – To Be Hired)

Location: Three campus locations (Hamilton, Burlington and downtown Toronto – 180 Bloor) offer flexibility in work location, and remote and hybrid work empower staff to engage effectively with donors, alumni, and stakeholders in advancing institutional goals in a fast-paced campaign environment. This role is hybrid in nature with 3 days in person per week, inclusive of donor activity. It is understood that the Director will routinely travel to meet donors and engage with alumni and key partners.

Compensation: The hiring range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 plus a performance pay bonus eligibility of up to 10% of base salary, along with an excellent benefits package.

Is This You?

You are a planned giving expert who would enjoy working with exceptional academic leaders to achieve success. You are excellent at collaborating with your fundraising peers to accomplish mutual success. You are the ultimate team player. People are drawn to you because you have an inclusive style and lend your expertise in planned giving without a second thought.  You firmly believe more heads are better than one and your engaging inquisitive nature allows you to bring likeminded people together with ease. You are creative and like trying out ideas and encourage your team to do the same.

You enjoy working within an academic environment because of the exposure you have to some of the brightest minds. You are inquisitive and ask great questions of your academic partners – which gives them confidence in your commitment to enabling their success through philanthropy. You relish data driven pipeline development and enjoy engaging folks from all backgrounds.

You would be energized to lead the planned giving strategy for one of Canada’s most respected Universities. You would do this through building trusted relationships within the University as well as with donors through your infectious and focused enthusiasm and your responsiveness to others.

Ideally, you bring campaign experience and have worked collaboratively to bring a campaign to life. You would provide value and input to executive leadership around campaign planning, setting priorities, and in execution of plans. You are an excellent communicator both written and verbal.

You are known for an ability to guide and lead with high emotional intelligence, and you would be motivated to work for a world class organization with a respected brand, exceptional leadership team and diverse donor pool.

If this sounds like you, click here to read the entire Position Profile.