Development Coordinator, Annual Giving

Posting End Date

August 28, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

Ongoing

You know that every donor interaction is an opportunity to create an experience. You excel at making people feel heard, understood and special. You have your eye on every part of a constituent’s interactions with UBC, knowing that one great email or phone call could make all the difference. You’re passionate about connecting people and delivering value to the communities we serve and the donors that help make that possible.

This posting is a generic job description. All candidates are encouraged to contact annual.giving@ubc.ca before applying. Please submit a cover letter with your application.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Description Summary

The Development Coordinator is responsible for providing program implementation and coordination to development programs. This position is instrumental in the delivery of programs and services designed to facilitate a lifelong relationship with UBC donors, alumni and students. Participates in on-going fundraising planning.

Organizational Status

• Reports to: One of: Associate Director, Manager, Senior Associate Director, Director/Assistant Dean, Senior Development Officer or Executive Director of Development.
• Works with: UBC faculty and staff involved in fundraising
• Contacts: Donors, outside community groups and organizations.
• Supervises: No supervisory responsibilities

Work Performed

• Supports the development and implementation of new unit initiatives that advance UBC`s strategic plan
• Ensures that appropriate donor recognition, acknowledgement and stewardship programs are in place;
• Develops and maintains a deep understanding and expert use of the University's donor and alumni database;
• Participates in on-going fundraising planning and practice and process development;
• Writes donor/prospect solicitation materials and correspondence;
• Researches and drafts fundraising proposals for senior management for presentation to donors;
• Develops unit analytical reports as requested by manager;
• Ensures processing of donor gifts, pledges and receipts;
• Develops and maintains processes and procedures as needed;
• Needs to accommodate flexible hours, attending events;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Programs conducted by the Development and Alumni Engagement portfolio on behalf of the University are very public. The financial and moral responsibility to the University and to donors is significant. The interactions of this position with donors and others external to the University can have serious implications for the Development and Alumni Engagement portfolio. Poor judgement could lead to the alienation of donors, embarrassment to UBC and its senior administration and can result in the loss of significant financial support to the University.

Supervision Received

Works under direction from manager to achieve objectives. Work is reviewed for achievement of objectives, soundness of judgement and quality of work.

Supervision Given

None.

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of one year of related experience. Or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills. Effective computer skills.
• Proven ability to interact effectively and positively with staff, managers and donors.