Partnership Development Officer (PDO)

Partnership Development Officer (PDO) - (992873.7)

Organizational Unit : University of Victoria ->

Student Affairs ->

Athletics and Recreational Services

Location : University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date : Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE : 1.0

Salary Grade : $75,755.00 - $98,528.00

Classification : SG11

Start Date : 6 / 16 / 2025

End Date : 10 / 31 / 2025

Employee Group : PEA - Term

of Hires Needed : 1

Category : Communications / Public Relations, Sports and Recreation

About this Opportunity : The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

Salary Range :

• Recruitment range : $75,755- $83,525 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
• Performance range : $98,528 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.

Job Summary : Reporting to the Director, Recreation, Marketing & Engagement and adhering to national standards of ethical fundraising and sponsorship best practices, the Partnership Development Officer (PDO) develops and leads the strategy for sponsorship and partner development within CARSA, Vikes Athletics and Recreation programs, coordinating the activities to align with the University’s institutional fundraising through the central development office. The PDO position develops the strategy and manages a portfolio of business relationships for the purposes of partner engagement and revenue generation for the department.

The PDO is accountable for realizing an annual fundraising goal via sponsorship and partner marketing, and contributes to the identification of inventory, initiatives and opportunities that will enhance local and national philanthropic constituent support, ensuring that such initiatives blend harmoniously with those of the institution. The Officer will reconcile finances, monitor contract deliverables, build sponsor recognition and servicing plans, and develop personalized marketing plans for corporate partners within their portfolio.

The PDO will work alongside the team to ensure servicing fulfillment of sponsor agreements and is responsible for the development, implementation, acquisition, maintenance and renewal of philanthropic and non-philanthropic revenue sources for the University of Victoria Athletics & Recreational Services. All team members contribute to the revenue strategy collaboratively and are cross-trained and capable of initiating multiple opportunities for UVic Athletics and Recreation or broader University priorities.

Job Requirements : The successful candidate should have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in the area of Marketing, Communications or Business; an equivalent combination of training, education and / or experience may be considered. This position requires at least 3 years of experience including :

In addition, this position requires :

Territory Acknowledgement : We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm / Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity and Diversity Statement : UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity.

Accessibility Statement : If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact : [email protected]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

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