Major Gifts Officer

4 weeks ago

Toronto Ontario, Ontario, Canada AY Talent Full time

Major Gifts Officer


Our client, the Canadian fundraising arm of one of Israel's major universities is looking for are a talented and experienced fundraiser to join their team as a Major Gifts Officer. The right person is passionate about Israel and has a strong desire to join a dynamic national team looking to make a difference in the world.


This position is based in Toronto and offers a hybrid schedule (3 days in office and 2 days WFH). The position also requires travel to Winnipeg quarterly.

This position reports to the VP Management & Philanthropy, Toronto.


Key Responsibilities


• Raise funds for the University and regularly meet or surpass fundraising targets

• Personally manage a portfolio of approximately 100 major donors and prospects in Toronto. This includes building and maintaining relationships with high-net-worth individuals and engaging in a significant number of face-to-face meetings

• Assist with all aspects of fundraising in Toronto and Winnipeg – identification of potential donors, research, cultivation, asks, and stewardship

• Coordinate logistics, invite key stakeholders, and ensure events contribute to overall fundraising objectives

• Leverage technology and social media where possible to improve fundraising activities

• Maintain complete and orderly records of donors and help manage regular donor communications

• Promote awareness of the organization’s mission and work

• Help write and edit proposals for donors

• Build upon existing donor relationships and form new donor relationships on a regular basis

• Analyze and prepare regular reports on fundraising performance

• This position may be responsible for supporting the Winnipeg board and working with them on local initiatives (quarterly travel to Winnipeg)


Key Competencies


• 5+ years fundraising experience, with a track record of successfully securing major gifts

• Self starter and highly motivated

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and inspire donors and colleagues

• Excellent organizational and project management abilities

• Active user of technology

• Familiarity with fundraising software and donor management systems is an asset

• Passionate about Israel

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