Donor Relations & Development Officer
STARS
- Calgary, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Meets or exceeds activity targets (discovery calls, face to face meetings, submitted proposals, successful solicitations) as mutually agreed upon with Leader;
- Meets or exceeds financial objectives and achieve long-term fund-raising goals of the major gift portfolio which includes a mix of individual and corporate donors;
- Desire and ability to build pipeline through discovery activity;
- Identifies the highest-potential prospects and develops and implements cultivation strategies to turn prospects into STARS supporters;
- Demonstrate the ability to secure six figure gifts;
- Work with the Leader to develop a new strategic plan for donor growth and prospect expansion of revenue in Alberta and Western Canada funds;
- Preparation and delivery of high-quality proposals, presentations and other communication materials to prospective donors and sponsors;
- Using relationship fundraising strategies, develops and implements comprehensive plans for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts for the assigned donor portfolio, including upgrading existing donors;
- Support of other fundraising activities such as internal and external events, as agreed upon with Leader;
- Strong decision making, problem solving and research skills;
- Maintain accurate, professional, and current Raiser’s Edge records, actions, and reports;
- Maintain a high degree of motivation and superior work ethic consistent with the employment philosophy of the Foundation;
- Participate actively as a member an integrated development team remaining informed of donor relations and development best practices.
- 3-5 years in a sales or fundraising and development role;
- Post secondary degree an asset in a related field, a combination of education and experience will be acceptable;
- Demonstrated track record in soliciting major gifts from corporations, foundations, and individuals;
- Exceeded annual revenue targets year over year;
- Drive, enthusiasm, and energy;
- Adherence to a high ethical standard;
- Strong decision making, problem solving and research skills;
- An aptitude for building strong, long-lasting relationships;
- Ability to take initiative and work both independently and as part of a team;
- Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, tact, and diplomacy;
- Experience with prospect management database software, particularly Raiser’s Edge, is considered an asset.