Donor Engagement Specialist
Edmonton Public Library (EPL)
Salary: $60,866 - $77,698
Are you a consummate people-person with expertise in project planning, management and evaluation? Are you a self-motivated, analytical, clear-communicating, multi-tasking ninja? Do you want to help engage more library lovers in supporting one of Edmonton’s favourite causes by developing and implementing annual giving strategies as well as major giving and sponsorship? If so, this is the place for you!
Every 3 seconds someone is borrowing from the Edmonton Public Library (EPL). EPL continues to be one of the most used and loved services in Edmonton. We are a small team with BIG ideas, and our work directly impacts the ability to offer vital services to all Edmontonians for years to come. You can be part of connecting more Edmontonians with EPL’s cause!
EPL is looking for a passionate and innovative Donor Engagement Specialist to sustain and grow community support for the Library. The Donor Engagement Specialist manages the development, implementation and evaluation of EPL Annual Giving plans, communication tools and programs. This multitalented fundraising professional is also involved in Major Giving and Sponsorship as well as donor database stewardship.
Primary responsibilities include:
-Annual Giving: responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating a multi-channel strategic annual campaign including direct mail, monthly giving and staff giving.
-Database Management: oversee and utilize the EPL donor database (DonorPerfect) to track, document and communicate fundraising activity. Maintain documentation and share information with colleagues, as needed. Monitor, review, evaluate and report on fundraising progress throughout the year. Use performance indicators to inform future plans.
-Major Giving and Sponsorship: support EPL's major giving, sponsorships, grants and planned giving activities.
-Reporting: document and report on giving activities with metrics and anecdotes.
-Stewardship: support stewardship activities including donor recognition and retention.
-Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and protocols for accepting donations, as well as rules of ethics and proper policies regarding the management and attribution of funds.
-Support the development and maintenance of up-to-date fund development information posted to EPL’s website and in printed materials, working in collaboration with the Marketing & Communications Division.
Job Requirements:
-Related degree with a minimum of three years of progressive experience in communications, project management or business development. Equivalencies may be considered.
-CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) certification is an asset.
-Experience utilizing contact management databases.
-Experience in effective goal setting, action plans and evaluation of successes and failures.
-Experience within a public sector or non-profit fundraising environment is preferred.
What do you need to bring to this position?
-Excellent project management, communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
-Excellent written communications and the ability to create engaging pieces that stand out and draw people in.
-Demonstrated creativity and the ability to bring ideas to life.
-A strong donor-centric approach demonstrated by the ability to anticipate, understand and respond to the needs and expectations of donors.
-Superior problem solving and organizational skills, and ability to deal with multiple deadlines and demands.
-Strong decision-making skills demonstrated by strategies that move the organization forward.
Note: Satisfactory background screening is required for this position, which includes a Criminal Record Check/Police Information Check. Fund Development employees are subject to variable hours of work as per the Collective Agreement and shift length and scheduling may vary based on operational needs.
Who we are:
The secret ingredient for making EPL a magical place is no secret at all; in fact, it's very simple: We share. We share stories, ideas, and experiences. We share with our customers, our communities, and ourselves. We are Edmonton's largest lender of all manner of information and entertainment.
Visit website: https://www.epl.ca/