Development Officer

6 months ago

Edmonton, Canada Make-A-Wish Canada Rêves d'enfants Canada Full time

"The best prescription I've ever given is a wish."
- Dr. Jeremy Friedman, Associate Paediatrician-in-Chief, SickKids Hospital & Medical Advisor for Make-A-Wish® Canada

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST WISH?
Is it to be part of an organization that is child-focused, values employee experience and is an inspiring workplace? If so, Make-A-Wish is for you

Make-A-Wish® Canada creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We are on a quest to bring every eligible child's wish to life because a wish is an integral part of a child's treatment journey. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness.

“It’s been wonderful to have this wish to look forward to... It’s wonderful to see [Rowan] with something that brings him pure joy after all he’s been through and missed out on”
- Melissa, mom to wish kid Rowan (age 5, leukemia), who wished for an indoor jungle gym.

MISSION, VISION AND VALUES
Our mission is, together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illness. Supported by our vision to grant the wish of every eligible child.
Our values are Child-Focused, Integrity, Impact, Innovation, and Community.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Meaningful opportunities to make an impact and change the lives of children with critical illnesses within your community and across Canada
- A collaborative team environment where you feel valued and inspired
- An attractive compensation package that includes group health and dental premiums which are fully covered by the Foundation, RRSP, & Wish paid hours
- Annual vacation starting at three weeks & additional paid leaves
- Work/life balance and flexibility
- Hybrid working environment
- Employee Wellness Program
- Corporate discounts
- Continuous learning, development and internal training opportunities
- Fun employee activities, contests, and more

Make-A-Wish® Canada is committed to fostering a culture that aims to change lives while offering a rewarding employment experience where your contributions make a true difference every day

WHERE YOU COME IN
We are looking for a Development Officer to join our team at Make-A-Wish Canada. Reporting to the Manager of Development, they are responsible for managing and coordinating assigned fundraising activities within Edmonton to grow revenue for the Chapter. This includes, but is not limited to event execution, securing sponsorship, event participant recruitment, donor development, grant writing and researching opportunities to increase chapter revenue.

This role is located in Edmonton, AB and is a full-time, permanent, hybrid position.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Identify and inspire potential corporate and individual donors as well community fundraisers.
- Develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate with internal departments to assist with the development or coordination of material for fundraising activities, Wish Stories and other social/marketing media.
- Establish and provide support to event committees to ensure success of events (e.g., guidance, materials, staff/volunteers, timelines, etc.).
- Work in collaboration with the region’s Wish Granting team to identify appropriate Wish Families for event participation.
- Collaborate with immediate manager in identifying opportunities for development and growth in sponsorship, donations (e.g., sponsorships for event décor, silent auction, prizes, food and drinks, entertainment, supplies, equipment, venues, etc.) and awareness.
- Strengthen and grow revenue development opportunities with existing donors through cultivation and implementation of strategies, ensuring that the business objectives of both the organization and the corporate partners are aligned.
- Act as an ambassador and spokesperson for the Foundation, specifically when communicating at events and with donors and other stakeholders.
- Continuously works to increase awareness of MAWC through all contacts and business interactions through relationships, marketing, and promotion.
- Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING
- Post-secondary education in fundraising/business, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- 2 -3 years’ working experience in the fundraising area (events, campaigns, and working with volunteers), preferably in a multi-level organization within diverse communities. Supervisory experience is an asset.
- Ability to work independently and on various tasks simultaneously.
- Demonstrated experience in overseeing tasks of others and to work with others on a job to achieve the best results.
- Must be highly motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
- Good oral and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. Ability to speak to groups of people in a variety of settings.
- Demonstrated experience in problem solving and good judgement.
- Demonstrated time-management and organizational sk

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