Development Associate

Communications Manager at MacKenzie Art Gallery Who We Are and What We Do: The MacKenzie is a centre for art and culture that holds a collection in trust for the community. We present art and experiences that help us understand each other, the world, and who we want to be. The MacKenzie is Saskatchewan’s oldest public art gallery and has one of the longest and most meaningful histories of championing Indigenous art of any public gallery in Canada. We embrace our unique position within the Canadian and international art landscapes, celebrating the diverse perspectives of all artists within the plains region and Canada. We have a focus on Indigenous and contemporary art, contextualized through select historic and international work. The MacKenzie is a place where art, culture, and community thrive, expanding the imagination and understanding of Saskatchewan and beyond. Nature of work: Reporting to the Director of Development, and working with the CEO and other staff, the Development Associate researches, plans, and secures philanthropic gifts to increase the Gallery’s donor base while strengthening current donor relationships through appropriate stewardship activities. The Development Associate will develop, steward, and fulfill corporate sponsorships. The Development Associate will build strategies for membership growth and will ensure fulfillment of membership benefits. The Development Associate will assist with data management and data integrity of the Gallery’s contact management system. The Development Associate contributes to the development and execution of strategic fundraising and stewardship plans and events by assisting with the planning and coordination of activities with staff and volunteers. The Development Associate must be relationship-driven, resilient, and adaptable with knowledge in principles of fundraising and follow MacKenzie Art Gallery policies, guidelines, and practices, to ensure MacKenzie’s key messages and brand are consistently integrated in all fundraising efforts. Qualifications - Education: Bachelor’s degree or Equivalent in a related field Qualifications - Experience: A minimum of three years’ directly related experience in a non-profit or similarly complex environment. Requirements: Strong desire to promote the value of the organization to the community. Related experience in a non-profit or similar complex environment. Experience in database management, contact management, and fundraising software is an asset. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Experience with project management and/or special events is an asset. An ability to respond to and anticipate the needs and interests of stakeholders, donors, and sponsors. A keen and strategic business sense, complemented by exemplary people skills. Excellent time management, organization, and leadership skills. Ability to show initiative, working both independently and cooperatively in a team environment under multiple deadlines and in high-pressure situations. Fluent in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience in database management, contact management and fundraising software is an asset. Passion for and knowledge of art and galleries is an asset; a second language is an asset. Variable hours, including evenings and weekends. Salary Information: $61,197 – $69,541 annually The MacKenzie Art Gallery is committed to maintaining an inclusive culture and building a diverse workforce that includes diversity in gender identity/representation, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized communities who have traditionally been and are currently underrepresented in the Canadian workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr