Director, Advancement (Athletics & Recreation)

Director, Advancement (Athletics & Recreation)

Employment Duration Permanent Full Time

Location Burnaby (Hybrid)

Closing Date August 9, 2025

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Union/Affiliation:

Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range:

$107,656 to $128,454 annually

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Director, Advancement (Athletics & Recreation)

Employment Duration Permanent Full Time

Location Burnaby (Hybrid)

Closing Date August 9, 2025

Apply Now

Union/Affiliation:

Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range:

$107,656 to $128,454 annually

SFU Department Descr:

Advancement & Alumni Engagement

Position Grade:

13

# of openings:

1

Biweekly Hours:

72

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Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Advancement and Alumni Engagement (AAE) is committed to working with donors and alumni to advance new ideas that are furthering our communities - like addressing environmental concerns and providing lifelong value for students - and encourage investment in programs that are transforming the landscape of teaching and learning.

About the Role

The Director, Advancement (Athletics & Recreation) is responsible for the development of strategies and programs for capital and major gifts fundraising and the direction and management of all fundraising and sponsorship activity within Athletics & Recreation to maximize public and private support for the department. The Director provides leadership to staff and volunteers to ensure the effective implementation of all programs and appropriate donor recognition and stewardship for all department donors.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience. Six years of related fundraising experience, which includes experience in strategic and communication planning, project management, major gift fundraising, marketing, donor relations/stewardship, and working with executives, senior-level staff and volunteers, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Excellent communication (oral, written and presentation) skills.
• Proven ability to independently set and accomplish goals and establish priorities with minimal direction.
• Good knowledge of the Freedom of Information Protection of Privacy legislation.
• Excellent leadership, teamwork and interpersonal skills, including hiring, training, directing and motivating staff and volunteers.
• Excellent project management and strategic and communication program planning and evaluation skills.
• Excellent organizational ability and ability to work on a number of different initiatives concurrently.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and successfully solicit prospects and volunteers for fundraising or service activities.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

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SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.

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