Position Description

Department:

Advancement

Contract:

Full Time

Effective:

April 15, 2026 (Negotiable)

Job Summary:

The mission of the Advancement Department is to articulate the critical role of private philanthropy to the University and the vast opportunities for voluntary support in the life of the Institution. The Department is charged with maximizing the financial gift support to the Institution by seeking private contributions in order to increase the margin of excellence of its educational programs. Reporting to the Vice President for Advancement, the Director of Development’s primary focus will be to secure short- and long-term funding for the needs of the University. The Director will be responsible for developing and implementing the strategies to meet desired revenue targets for Crandall University. This includes the Annual Operating Fund and restricted fund programs.

Key Duties:

1. Collaborate with the Vice President for Advancement, President, and other members of the Advancement Team to develop and implement an annual plan to meet the fundraising target for the Annual Operating Fund as set by the Board including cultivating donor relationships; meeting face-to-face with donors which will require travel; reviewing monthly progress reports related to donations; preparing funding proposals; and ensuring CRA regulations are being properly implemented.
2. Solicit funds for scholarships and other restricted funds including meeting with potential donors to request funds; ensuring agreements exist between donors and the University related to these restricted funds; and communicating with donors and other University departments regarding these funds.
3. Develop and manage the University’s Planned Giving Program including cultivating donor relationships for planned giving; presenting regular planned giving seminars; preparing planned giving materials; and developing relationships with planned giving professionals.
4. Contribute to Advancement Office initiatives as directed by the Vice President for Advancement.

Qualifications:

• A university degree with advanced degrees or qualifications considered an asset.
• Minimum of six years of experience in fundraising and management, preferably in educational or non-profit fundraising
• Knowledge of, and connections to, the funding community
• Familiarity with donor tracking systems
• Aptitude for major gift calls
• Experience in outreach and engagement communication methods including web, social networking applications, direct mail, email, and phone
• Experience in customer relationship management and/or affinity programs
• Demonstrated skills in writing, organization, and attention to detail
• Demonstrated commitment to accountability, measuring outcomes, and a results-oriented culture
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail
• Must be a self-starter

The Application Process:

In accordance with Canadian immigration regulations, this advertisement is addressed first to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Crandall University is committed to excellence in its hiring practices, and will accept internal and external applicants in seeking the most qualified candidate.

Crandall University is a growing Christian university offering baccalaureate degrees in Arts, Business Administration, Science, Organizational Management and Education and master degrees in Education and Management. Located in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada, it was established by and is sponsored by the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada. Crandall University is provincially chartered to grant degrees and certificates for undergraduate and graduate programs and serves students from across Canada and around the world.

To be considered for appointment, candidates must demonstrate an understanding of and freely embrace the University’s Mission Statement and Statement of Faith. Short listed candidates will receive copies of these two documents prior to the interview.

Salary:

Level 5 - ($57,160 - $77,530); placement on scale based on experience

Application deadline: 

March 20, 2026. Competition will remain open until the position is filled.

Please forward resume and cover letter to: The Hiring Manager: careers@crandallu.ca

Please use the following in the subject line of the email: Ref: CU202602001 Application for the role of Director of Development and Planned Giving

We thank all applicants for their interest, but please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.