Manager, Alumni Engagement And Giving
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Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions Indigenous persons African Canadians other racialized groups persons with disabilities and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
The department of University Relations at Mount Saint Vincent University invites applications for the position of Manager Alumni Engagement and Giving
What youll do
Responsibilities
The Manager of Alumni Engagement & Giving (The Manager) is a senior member of the Advancement team responsible for the strategic leadership planning and performance of the Universitys alumni engagement and alumni giving initiatives. This role leads the development and implementation of institution-wide alumni engagement and alumni giving strategies that strengthen and extend the alumni lifecycle advance philanthropic participation and awareness and contribute directly to the Universitys fundraising goals. The Manager is the key relationship holder for Mount Saint Vincent Alumni Association Board including all governance and key functions and critical affinity partners.
Engagement Accountabilities Summary:
- Strategic development planning execution and measurement of alumni and student related engagement efforts as it relates to the universitys broader mission
- Devises strategic goals and objectives in key areas of alumni/student relations translating into developing and directing programs that strengthens an alumnis affinity to the University
- Promotes MSVUS Reputation through alumni engagement ultimately aiding in recruitment efforts
Alumni Giving Accountabilities Summary:
- Lead the strategic identification of existing alumni giving opportunities and the development of new alumni giving programs that reflect the evolving fundraising landscape and the diversity of the Universitys alumni community.
- Design implementation and measurement of fundraising initiatives that leverage University lifecycle moments such as faculty-or-program specific milestones alumni giving days targeted engagement and participation-driven campaigns
- Identify and refer Major Gift and Planned Giving leads for Manager of Philanthropy and Executive Director
- Stewardship of all alumni giving program participants
- Manage budget and forecasting for Alumni Giving
What youll need
Qualifications
You bring at least five years of progressive experience in fundraising communications marketing public relations community relations or a related field ideally in a post-secondary or nonprofit environment. You have led initiatives that strengthen relationships increase participation and deliver measurable results.
You understand how engagement supports revenue growth and are comfortable working toward participation and fundraising targets. You use data to inform decisions refine strategy and improve performance. Experience with CRM systems digital campaigns or audience segmentation is an asset.
You are a strong relationship builder who works effectively with senior leaders faculty volunteers partners and donors. You communicate clearly exercise sound judgment and navigate complex environments with professionalism.
You are comfortable leading and supporting a direct report setting priorities providing guidance and feedback and ensuring work is delivered to a high standard.
You hold a university degree; a background in communications public relations business or a related discipline is considered an asset. Candidates should be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint) and have an aptitude for or previous experience using business enterprise systems such as Colleague and SharePoint.
Classification: Permanent Full-Time MPA Level 5 Position
Salary: $70501 per annum Step Progression: $70501 to $85775
Start Date: ASAP
Application Process
If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process please let us know.
Applications should include a cover letter and resume. We will begin reviewing applications after March 19 2026.
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Mount Saint Vincent University
A leader in online and experiential learning Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity diversity inclusion and accessibility at the fore MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago (1873) and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios across its programs in Arts Science Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security healthy aging literacy nutrition childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mikmaki the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mikmaq People.
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Key Skills
- Business Development
- Employee Orientation
- Public Health
- Account Management
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- Conflict Management
- Project Management
- Relationship Management
- Team Management
- Customer relationship management
- Human Resources
- Public Speaking
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