Research & Stewardship Coordinator

Closing Date: February 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM

DEVELOPMENT & DONOR RELATIONS

The Office of Development and Donor Relations (DDR) is a unit within the Advancement portfolio, responsible for the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of private donations made to UNB.

The Research and Stewardship team is responsible for undertaking extensive prospect research, providing detailed donor profiles, designing and directing stewardship efforts and managing alumni and donor recognition activities.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | 3-year Term | Fredericton | On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm |36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $50,245 - $68,479 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Associate Director, Research & Stewardship, the Research & Stewardship Coordinator provides tactical support to the implementation, measurement and maintenance of various prospecting and stewardship strategies.

• Support the implementation of a robust stewardship program for those making significant philanthropic investments in the University's mission. These may include progress reports, financial accounting, endowment reports and proposals.

• Create and support the implementation of stewardship events including gift celebrations, receptions, dinners, reunions etc.

• Help develop print, digital and social media communications illustrating the impact of philanthropy in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications team.

• Expand, update and maintain prospect and donor records through research of current database as well as external sources.
• Respond to requests and enquiries from Advancement staff for background information, profiles, written reports, lists and statistics.
• Prepare project summaries and brief bios for meetings between Advancement staff and prospective donors for the purpose of qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Help develop print and digital communications illustrating the impact of philanthropy in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications team.
• Coordinate in-house mailings to donors and prospective donors including event invitations, gift acknowledgment letters, fund reports and stewardship correspondence on behalf of the President and other senior administrators.
• Collaborate with and support the Philanthropy Programs team on stewardship initiatives for annual and loyal donors.
• Liaise with various UNB departments and faculties on the use of philanthropic funds.
• Serve as a UNB ambassador at events, including gift celebrations, reunions, dinners and receptions.
• Other responsibilities as directed by the Research and Stewardship Manager.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Post-Secondary education in Business Administration or a related field.
• 1 year of related experience illustrating the ability to successfully meet progressively complicated challenges in a dynamic office setting.
• An equivalent combination or experience in an office setting with preference given to development or advancement functions preferably in an academic or not-for-profit environment may be considered.

Additional Strengths

• Excellent writing, editing, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to adapt to an ever-changing technical environment.

• Competency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite is required.

• Knowledge of a broad range of research techniques, including traditional text and periodical research, searching databases and online services.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to accomplish multiple activities concurrently within tight time frames and shifting deadlines.

• A high level of accountability and sound and mature judgment in dealing with confidential and sensitive situations and information.

WHY CHOOSE UNB?

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL GROUP (APT)

This position is part of the non-union Administrative, Professional and Technical (APT) group.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.