Donor Relations Coordinator
NorQuest College
Salary: $49,129 - $63,854
Are you passionate about donor stewardship and building meaningful connections? NorQuest College is seeking a Donor Relations Coordinator to join our Advancement team. In this role, you will play a key part in creating exceptional donor experiences and supporting the College’s mission to transform lives through education.NorQuest College is a place of transformation, inclusivity, and innovation. We are committed to fostering strong relationships with our donors, partners, and community to ensure their contributions make a lasting impact. Reporting to the Donor Relations Consultant, the Donor Relations Coordinator will be responsible for implementing and supporting donor stewardship activities. This role requires excellent organizational skills, creativity, and a passion for building relationships. You will help ensure donors feel valued and engaged at every step of their journey with NorQuest College.
NorQuest College is a leading institution committed to inclusivity, innovation, and empowering learners to achieve their full potential. With a strong focus on fostering diverse communities, including Indigenous learners, we strive to make education accessible, meaningful, and impactful. Join our collaborative and forward-thinking team. Together, we can create transformative educational opportunities that make a lasting difference.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:
Stewardship Program Administration and Support (50%)
Develop and manage donor recognition materials, including videos, newsletters, and social media content.
Coordinate the creation and placement of donor recognition signage and maintain asset inventory.
Ensure accurate and timely data entry into Raiser’s Edge for donor actions, events, and acknowledgments.
Manage RSVP lists and generate mailing lists for events and donor communications.
Reporting & Donor Engagement (50%)
Prepare detailed stewardship reports, including annual endowment fund and impact reports.
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to create materials that showcase donor impact.
Coordinate personalized donor stewardship activities such as campus visits and digital communications.
Attend donor events and assist with logistics, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees.
WHAT YOU BRING:
A two-year diploma or degree in Public Relations, Event Management, or Marketing and Communications.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in public relations, marketing, or a related field.
Strong writing and digital communication skills, including video creation and editing.
Proficiency in CRM systems (experience with Raiser’s Edge is an asset).
A valid driver’s license; some travel and availability outside normal business hours are required.
Salary: $49,129 - $63,854 reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full time permanent position with immedidate access to our great pension and benefit programs.
We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.
Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.
For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:
International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/
We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.
NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.
NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.
Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.
Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.
PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.