Job Description
Employment Opportunity
Director, Development and External Affairs
ABOUT MARIANOPOLIS COLLEGE
Founded in 1908, Marianopolis is a private English-language college in Montreal specializing in pre-university education for about 2,000 students. A gateway to the world’s top universities, the College’s record of academic excellence, on-time graduation levels and university- acceptance rates into competitive programs is unmatched in Quebec.
As members of a close-knit community, Marianopolis employees have the opportunity to excel professionally and enjoy generous benefits as well as a stimulating environment associated with working at one of the province’s premier post-secondary institutions.
POSITION
Title:
Director, Development and External Affairs
Reporting to:
Director General
Classification:
Management
Status:
Regular, full-time
Working Hours:
35 hours per week
Annual Salary:
$103,121.00 - $137,492.00
Start Date:
As soon as possible
NATURE AND SCOPE
The Director, Development and External Affairs provides strategic and operational leadership in philanthropic development, Foundation relations, alumni engagement, as well as external communications. The role is pivotal in aligning all external efforts with the College’s mission and long-term strategic goals, enhancing its visibility and impact through strategic partnerships and major development initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops and implements a strategic philanthropic development plan, aligned with the College’s educational mission, strategic plan, and institutional priorities
Leads the activities of a fundraising office, which is responsible for fundraising campaigns, major gift solicitation, donor management, accountability, and compliance with philanthropic standards and regulations
Liaises with the Marianopolis Millenium Foundation, which manages endowment funds and charitable assets of the Foundation, approves donor agreements and administrative grants from the Foundation to the College.
Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with businesses, municipalities, community organizations, government bodies, chambers of commerce, and regional socio-economic networks
Fosters strong relationships with alumni to encourage support and involvement
Oversees the areas of external communications, public relations, marketing and overall media interactions
Represents the College at external and internal events, consultation tables, and any other networking events related to institutional development and partnerships
Ensures the effective organization of the department and provides day-to-day leadership and mentoring to the department staff members
Collaborates effectively and efficiently with all internal stakeholders to ensure successful engagement and relationships
Fulfills other duties as required
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
Knowledge of Quebec philanthropic landscape and/or philanthropy field in general
Appreciation for the College’s mission, vision and values (excellence, community, collaboration, responsibility, and heritage)
Growth mindset and commitment to an ethos of continuous improvement
Service-oriented attitude with a flexible and caring approach
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Management or related field
Minimum of 5 years of previous experience in leadership roles in the field of development or external affairs
Experience in education or public sector environment (advantage)
Excellent communication skills, both in French and English (verbal and written)
WORKING CONDITIONS
The employment conditions are established as per the College's Management Handbook:
30 days to 35 days of annual vacation
10 statutory holidays
Additional days off during winter holidays and spring study week
An attractive number of personal and sick days
Excellent group insurance plan and pension enrollment in RRPE (Retraite Quebec)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Telemedicine service
APPLICATION
Marianopolis encourages applications from qualified individuals, including women, members of visible and ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities. If we can provide a specific accommodation to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. While we appreciate all applications, we will only contact candidates who are selected to participate in the recruitment process.
To apply, please visit our careers portal to upload your CV and your cover letter (incomplete applications will not be considered) by 4 p.m. on April 2, 2026.
Director, Development and External Affairs
ABOUT MARIANOPOLIS COLLEGE
Founded in 1908, Marianopolis is a private English-language college in Montreal specializing in pre-university education for about 2,000 students. A gateway to the world’s top universities, the College’s record of academic excellence, on-time graduation levels and university- acceptance rates into competitive programs is unmatched in Quebec.
As members of a close-knit community, Marianopolis employees have the opportunity to excel professionally and enjoy generous benefits as well as a stimulating environment associated with working at one of the province’s premier post-secondary institutions.
POSITION
Title:
Director, Development and External Affairs
Reporting to:
Director General
Classification:
Management
Status:
Regular, full-time
Working Hours:
35 hours per week
Annual Salary:
$103,121.00 - $137,492.00
Start Date:
As soon as possible
NATURE AND SCOPE
The Director, Development and External Affairs provides strategic and operational leadership in philanthropic development, Foundation relations, alumni engagement, as well as external communications. The role is pivotal in aligning all external efforts with the College’s mission and long-term strategic goals, enhancing its visibility and impact through strategic partnerships and major development initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops and implements a strategic philanthropic development plan, aligned with the College’s educational mission, strategic plan, and institutional priorities
Leads the activities of a fundraising office, which is responsible for fundraising campaigns, major gift solicitation, donor management, accountability, and compliance with philanthropic standards and regulations
Liaises with the Marianopolis Millenium Foundation, which manages endowment funds and charitable assets of the Foundation, approves donor agreements and administrative grants from the Foundation to the College.
Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with businesses, municipalities, community organizations, government bodies, chambers of commerce, and regional socio-economic networks
Fosters strong relationships with alumni to encourage support and involvement
Oversees the areas of external communications, public relations, marketing and overall media interactions
Represents the College at external and internal events, consultation tables, and any other networking events related to institutional development and partnerships
Ensures the effective organization of the department and provides day-to-day leadership and mentoring to the department staff members
Collaborates effectively and efficiently with all internal stakeholders to ensure successful engagement and relationships
Fulfills other duties as required
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
Knowledge of Quebec philanthropic landscape and/or philanthropy field in general
Appreciation for the College’s mission, vision and values (excellence, community, collaboration, responsibility, and heritage)
Growth mindset and commitment to an ethos of continuous improvement
Service-oriented attitude with a flexible and caring approach
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Management or related field
Minimum of 5 years of previous experience in leadership roles in the field of development or external affairs
Experience in education or public sector environment (advantage)
Excellent communication skills, both in French and English (verbal and written)
WORKING CONDITIONS
The employment conditions are established as per the College's Management Handbook:
30 days to 35 days of annual vacation
10 statutory holidays
Additional days off during winter holidays and spring study week
An attractive number of personal and sick days
Excellent group insurance plan and pension enrollment in RRPE (Retraite Quebec)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Telemedicine service
APPLICATION
Marianopolis encourages applications from qualified individuals, including women, members of visible and ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities. If we can provide a specific accommodation to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. While we appreciate all applications, we will only contact candidates who are selected to participate in the recruitment process.
To apply, please visit our careers portal to upload your CV and your cover letter (incomplete applications will not be considered) by 4 p.m. on April 2, 2026.
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