We’re hiring a Senior Development Officer!
The Senior Development Officer is a new role, created to help grow a community of supporters through engagement, events, and outreach. Reporting to the Executive Director, the role will be responsible for co-creating and implementing the annual fundraising plan with a focus on raising critical donor revenue.
What you’ll be doing:
- Implementing the annual fundraising plan with a focus on building an engaged, diversified, and sustainable donor community
- Strategically and successfully involving the Executive Director, Board of Directors, volunteers, and staff in fundraising opportunities and events
- Developing and implementing strategies to grow the base of individual donors through prospecting, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
- Meeting with prospects to solicit support and engaging current donors to renew support
- Building relationships with corporations in the community and engaging them through volunteer opportunities and shared-value partnerships
- Identifying and applying to granting opportunities that align with A Safe Place’s funding needs
- Designing and managing special events with a focus on optimizing resources to build community awareness, engagement, and financial support
- Maintaining excellent donor records during all stages of the donor cycle
Your skills and qualifications:
- 3-5 years relevant experience with personally soliciting and securing donations from individuals, foundations, and corporations
- Experience managing volunteer-led events is a strong asset
- Exceptional presentation, communication, and writing skills
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills with a demonstrated ability to interact with people sensitively, diplomatically, and professionally
- A commitment to and alignment with the mission, vision, and values of A Safe Place (required)
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities on tight deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong knowledge of donor management systems and software
- A university/college degree and/or training in fundraising and non-profit management
- A clear criminal record check including vulnerable sector search and intervention record check every three years and a valid driver’s license (required)
Some candidates only apply if they meet 100% of the qualifications for a role. Even if you can only say yes to most of the qualifications above, if you are a passionate and results-oriented fundraiser who wants to make a difference in the lives of women and children, we want to hear from you!
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, and life insurance
- Vacation, sick leave, and wellness days
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Flexibility for 1-2 days/week remote work
- Professional development including AFP membership and support for CFRE designation
- Cell phone allowance
- Free onsite parking
The position is a full-time, permanent role which is based primarily on-site with the opportunity for remote work 1-2 days/week. Upon occasion, the candidate will be required to work outside regular business hours with lieu time provided.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Applications are being reviewed as received and early application is encouraged. Please email your resume and cover letter to Karen Kadatz, Executive Director at karenk@asafeplace.ca and quote ‘Senior Development Officer Position’ in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest in A Safe Place, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Salary Range: $70,000 – $75,000