Development Officer
Autism Edmonton
Salary: $50,000 - $55,000 (Salary is negotiable based on experience and education)
FUNDRAISE: Achieve personal and team fund raising targets and associated KPls. Acquire new gifts and renew existing gifts from corporate partners and major donors, complete grant applications and a yearly strategy for grants. Collaborate with the Fund Development team to ensure proper clearance and strategy for approach. Design and implement effective solicitation strategies that will identify and acquire high-potential donors. Execute effective stewardship strategies that will strengthen relationships with named donors and uncover opportunities to grow these partnerships. Develop briefing materials, impact reports, proposals, presentations, and gift agreements.
PLAN & REPORT: Develop, implement, and evaluate a fundraising plan in line with established targets, associated KPls, and strategic organizational objectives. Provide complete and comprehensive reports. Maintain up-to-date and accurate donor and prospect records as well as managing an annual grant process. Implement a donor database and continuously ensure that the organization’s management system is reflective of all fundraising activities.
MANAGE RELATIONSHIPS: Continually develop relationships with new and returning corporate partners and major donors. Grow a network of effective interpersonal relationships with stakeholders to achieve shared fundraising objectives.
ADVOCATE: Effectively and accurately communicate and align Autism Edmonton’s mission, values and fundraising priorities within the interests and strategic priorities of donors always representing Autism Edmonton in a highly ethical and confidential manner. Conduct presentations and lead meetings with various internal and external stakeholders including, but not limited to, corporate partners, major donors, team members, and the senior leadership team.
COLLABORATE: Lead and be a contributing member of cross-functional teams. Work with teams to build and execute various projects including, but not limited to, cause marketing initiatives, collateral materials, donor development strategies, sponsorship/partnership programs and other resources.
DEVELOP PROFESSIONALLY: From time to time, participate in professional development opportunities and attend key charitable and donor-related events outside of regular office hours.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• 3+ years of fundraising experience (corporate and/or major gifts) or related experience in sales, business development, major gifts, or corporate partnerships with proven results.
• Willingness to learn and knowledge of best practices in sponsorship fundraising and corporate partnerships.
• University degree in relevant field or demonstrated equivalent working experience.
• Excellent computer skills and experience with a CRM is an asset. A valid driver's license and use of a reliable vehicle.
SOFT SKILLS:
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire confidence and trust amongst all stakeholders, acting ethically and responsibly in all interactions.
• Ability to think strategically and manage competing priorities in a high-volume and results oriented environment; demonstrated resourcefulness and independence, but comfortable working within the framework of an integrated development program and team-oriented environment.
• Possess expert communication skills-written, oral and presentation including well developed networking ability with a proven capacity to establish new relationships easily.
• Superior listening skills with an ability to translate the concerns and interests of national donors into attractive opportunities for investment in Autism Edmonton's programs and priorities.
• Interest in and dedication to Autism Edmonton's mission, with ability to passionately articulate key messages and demonstrate an understanding of the organization's work.
• Excellent organization, planning and time management skills and exacting attention to detail.
• Behave in a manner that fosters a positive atmosphere throughout the organization; consistently demonstrate a commitment to teamwork, hard work, professionalism, and openness.
See the posting below for more details. See website: https://www.autismedmonton.org/careers