Meet the Team

With over 17 years of experience in advancement supporting higher education, environmental, and social services causes, Jennifer is a proven strategic and results-focused leader. Jennifer is currently serving as the Assistant Dean, Advancement at the Faculty of Law, University of Toronto, Canada’s pre-eminent Law school, having also served as the Director of Development at the Rotman School of Management and The Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering, U of T. Prior to joining the University of Toronto Jennifer lead individual giving programs in the health and environmental sectors.

As Assistant Dean, Advancement, Jennifer provides leadership and strategic direction at the Faculty of Law and is as a member of the Senior Advancement Leadership Team, Division of University Advancement with a mandate to help grow fundraising performance and alumni engagement. In this role, Jennifer oversees the development, alumni relations and communications portfolios on behalf of the Faculty.

Jennifer volunteers her time in the community and is currently serving on the Board of Directors, Dr. Jay’s Children’s Grief Centre.

As Associate Director, Alumni Programs, Wasila engages alumni, prospective donors and stakeholders to support students, faculty and programs through volunteer engagement.

Wasila also provides support to the Law Alumni Association (LAA) and works with faculty and staff to facilitate engagement and volunteer opportunities for alumni to connect with students.

Prior to joining the law school in 2017, Wasila worked in the Division of University Advancement’s Annual and Leadership Giving office. She worked with UNICEF Canada prior to joining U of T.

In her spare time, Wasila is an avid runner, having completed several marathons, and is an aspiring triathlete.

A seasoned advancement professional with more than a decade of experience at U of T, Jonathan previously served as Senior Development Officer, Annual and Leadership Giving within U of T's Division of University Advancement (DUA) where he where he helped spearhead the university's Landmark Project paving stone campaign. Prior to joining the annual giving team, Jonathan managed the student and young alumni outreach portfolio with DUA's Alumni Relations group.

In his capacity as Associate Director, Development, Jonathan will be instrumental in supporting the Faculty of Law's ambitious Defy Gravity campaign goals.

Beyond his professional experience, Jonathan has a post-graduate certificate in Project Management, Marketing, and Brand Management from U of T's School of Continuing Studies, as well Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education from U of T.

Devorah has worked at the University of Toronto for almost six years and most recently joins the Faculty of Law from the University's Division of University Advancement Annual and Leadership Giving team, where she held the role of Coordinator, Annual and Leadership Giving. Devorah graduated from U of T in 2017 with a BA in Bio Ethics and Gender Studies.

As Online Alumni Engagement Coordinator, Devorah supports the U of T Law Connect platform and digital campaigns to help engage more alumni, donors and community members.

In her free time, Devorah enjoys reading, playing video games and spending time with her cats. 

Iulia has been employed at the University of Toronto since 2016, in a variety of roles. She has extensive experience in event and volunteer management.

As Alumni Coordinator, Iulia is focused on solidifying the relationships between the Faculty of Law and its alumni through programs and projects aimed at increasing engagement. In her previous roles at U of T, Iulia worked collaboratively with undergraduate students as well as alumni in planning and executing a variety of campaigns and events focused on the development of a passionate, connected community of U of T alumni.

In her free time, Iulia enjoys staying active, being an avid tennis and ping-pong player, and spending time with her cat.