Careers

The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria (AGGV) is the largest public art gallery on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, with a collection of over 22,000 artworks representing the work of British Columbia and Canadian artists as well as one of the country’s most significant collections of Asian art.

Join our team and contribute to an organization that values collaboration, creativity, and community impact.

Donor Relations & Legacy Giving Specialist

The Role

As a key member of the Development and Marketing team, the Donor Relations & Legacy Giving Specialist leads donor relations, major and legacy giving, individual giving, and membership development. The role builds and stewards long-term relationships, leads fundraising initiatives, and provides organization-wide guidance to support the Gallery’s long-term financial sustainability.  

Key Responsibilities

• Cultivating and stewarding relationships with major donors, legacy donors, members, and prospective supporters, while identifying new opportunities to advance annual and multi-year fundraising goals.  
• Leading the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Annual Appeal, Major Gifts, Legacy Giving, donor recognition, and related fundraising initiatives.  
• Developing donor communications, proposals, impact reports, gift documentation, recognition approaches, and follow-up that protect donor intent and strengthen donor confidence.  
• Providing strategic fundraising advice, analysis, risk assessments, tools, and recommendations to leadership, staff, committees, and the Board.  
• Contribute to an inclusive workplace by demonstrating respect for diverse perspectives, supporting equitable and accessible practices, and fostering a welcoming environment for colleagues, artists, and visitors. 

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of five years of progressive fundraising experience, preferably in a charitable, arts, cultural, or non-profit organization.  
• Demonstrated experience cultivating, soliciting, stewarding, and retaining donors, including major gift and legacy giving prospects.  
• Strong knowledge of ethical fundraising, donor stewardship, planned giving, CRA requirements, charitable giving regulations, gift acceptance considerations, and the risks associated with complex gifts.  
• Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, relationship-building, organizational, project management, and time management skills.  
• Proficiency with donor management or CRM systems; experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge is considered an asset.  
• A bachelor’s degree in fundraising, non-profit management, businessDono administration, communications, arts administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A CFRE designation or active AFP membership is an asset.  
• Sound judgement, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential donor and financial information, with availability for occasional evening and weekend work, local travel, and transporting light materials for meetings and events.  

Position Details

• Hours: Permanent, full-time (35 hours/week); Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional evening and weekend work as required.
• Type: Unionized position, CUPE Local 410, Pay Grade 8
• Salary Range: $40.49 per hour (effective March 22, 2025)
• Environment: A collaborative setting valuing equity, diversity, and accessibility

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume (or CV) to: [email protected] 

Document Requirements:
Please send us one document (preferably PDF) including both your cover letter and resume (or CV) named in the following format.

• LAST NAME_Initial_Donor Relations_APP

If you are sending your cover letter and resume (or CV) as separate documents, please name them in the following formats.

• LAST NAME_Initial_Donor Relations_CL
• LAST NAME_Initial_Donor Relations_RES

This posting will remain open until filled.

Applications will be reviewed as received. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

AGGV is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code.

Chief Curator & Director of Exhibitions and Programs

We are seeking a visionary Chief Curator and Director of Exhibitions and Programs. In this pivotal role, you will advance our commitment to inclusive, world-class programming while stewarding the AGGV Collection. Help us define the future of art in Western Canada.

The Role

As a member of the senior management team, you will provide strategic oversight for exhibitions, programming, and collections. You will lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure the Gallery’s vision remains inclusive and engaging to diverse audiences.

Curatorial and Programming Leadership:

• Artistic Vision: Direct the overarching strategy for curatorial projects and public engagement.
• Exhibition Oversight: Lead the lifecycle of original and traveling exhibitions from concept to installation.
• Collection Growth: Drive strategic acquisitions and the stewardship of the permanent collection.

Institutional & Team Leadership:

• Institutional Leadership: Support organizational governance, fundraising, and community partnerships.
• Team Mentorship: Foster a collaborative and high-performing environment for Curatorial and Programs staff.
• Advocacy: Represent the Gallery publicly through media interactions and professional networks.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate degree (MFA or MA) in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a related field with expertise in a least one of AGGV’s collecting areas.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of progressive curatorial leadership and collections knowledge.
• Cultural Competency: Experience working respectfully with Indigenous communities and other marginalized groups and applying cultural protocols.
• Skills: Strong strategic thinking, project management, people management and excellent communication skills.

Position Details

• Hours: Full-time (35 hours/week); generally Monday to Friday with evening and weekend work as required.
• Type: Exempt position
• Salary Range: $95,000 – $110,000 per annum
• Environment: A collaborative setting valuing equity, diversity, and accessibility

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume (or CV) to: [email protected] 

Document Requirements:
Please send us one document (preferably PDF) including both your cover letter and resume (or CV) named in the following format.

• LAST NAME_Initial_Job Title_APP

If you are sending your cover letter and resume (or CV) as separate documents, please name them in the following formats.

• LAST NAME_Initial_Job Title_CL
• LAST NAME_Initial_Job Title_RES

This posting will remain open until filled.

Applications will be reviewed as received. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

AGGV is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code.