Manager, Development

3 months ago


Calgary, 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 Manager, Development to join our team at Make-A-Wish Canada. Reporting to the Chapter Director, they will be responsible for developing and executing strategies and providing expertise to coordinate fundraising activities in the region, including signature fundraising initiatives, third party events and the identification of new fund development opportunities. Acting as a representative of MAWC, this position safeguards the interests of the Foundation, donors, and fundraising event participants by following established fundraising policies.
This role is located in Calgary and is a full-time, permanent, hybrid position.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Work in collaboration with the Chapter Director to develop and execute short-term and long-term development goals for the chapter, ensuring increased revenue year-over-year.
- Strengthen and expand revenue development opportunities with existing donors through cultivation and implementation of strategies.
- Recruit new corporate donors and develop customized stewardship strategies.
- Develop prospect lists and initiate solicitations for major gifts and community events.
- Write briefs, proposals, stewardship reports and other persuasive fundraising collateral.
- Monitor and track gift solicitations and maintain donor files with relevant correspondence and contact history in Salesforce
- Develop call reports and debrief memos.
- Collaborate with national and regional staff as appropriate in fulfilling the mission, strategy and goals of the Foundation.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders (National Office, volunteers, suppliers, sponsors, donors, media, and community liaisons) to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of all fundraising initiatives.
- Act as key ambassador and spokesperson for the Foundation, specifically when communicating with the media, donors and other stakeholders.
- Continuously work to increase awareness of MAWC through all contacts and business interactions through relationships, marketing, and promotion.
- Ensure all fundraising initiatives and donor cultivation is in keeping with relevant Foundation policies and practices.
- Adhere to Imagine Canada’s Ethical Code.
- Other duties as assigned.

Staff Management Accountabilities
- Recruit, engage and retain qualified employees to meet business priorities.
- Provide support and direction in the development, alignment and accomplishment of objectives through on-going performance feedback, recognition and coaching.
- Provide a safe and healthy work environment for team members and relevant stakeholders. Ensure they work in compliance with The Occupational Health & Safety Act in applicable province of employment, its regulations, and the Foundation’s Health & Safety Policy.

Financial Accountabilities
- Monitor department adherence to financial policies and controls.


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