Fund Development Manager, Planned and Major Gifts

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter Full time
Job Posting – Fund Development Manager, Planned and Major Gifts (YWCA Metro Vancouver)

Job Title: Fund Development Manager, Planned and Major Gifts

Organization Name: YWCA Metro Vancouver

Closing Date: February 27, 2025

Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $70,197.00 CAD

Status: Full Time, 35 hours per week
with the option to work remotely within BC when schedule permits

Help us make a difference

YWCA Metro Vancouver respectfully acknowledges that our main office and many of our programs are located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

The Fund Development Manager, Planned and Major Gifts, is responsible for cultivating relationships with new and potential donors to expand the YWCA's planned giving program, while also driving revenue through current major gifts to support YWCA programs and services.

Responsibilities

- Identify, research, and build relationships with prospects which will result in face-to-face meetings and the solicitation of planned and major gifts.
- Manage and develop a portfolio of planned giving prospects; secure planned gifts; steward planned giving donors; work with planned giving team on planned giving strategy and events.
- Maintain knowledge of various planned giving vehicles, current trends in planned giving and philanthropy, and an understanding of basic estate and financial planning strategies for individuals.
- Build effective relationships with professional advisors in the financial and legal sectors.
- Provide excellent donor stewardship, reporting and recognition to facilitate renewal and/or upgrade of future donations.
- Write compelling funding proposals and other donor communication materials including letters of intent and reports.
- Participate in, lead and support the planning and execution of donor events.
- Complete solicitations on a timely basis to ensure planned giving targets are met.
- Ensure accurate donor records by updating donor interactions, giving intentions, communication preferences and recognition in Raiser's Edge.
- Collaborate with colleagues in equity, diversity and inclusion discussions, activities and strategies.

Qualifications & Knowledge

- A degree/diploma in Marketing, Communications, Business or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Completion of CAGP Gift Planning Fundamentals course an asset.
- Active membership and/or involvement in CAGP an asset.
- Knowledge of prospects with a proven track record in closing annual, major and planned gift asks.
- Strong relationship building, strategy development and fundraising skills with 3-5 years related experience.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to write a variety of documents, such as proposals, reports and correspondence.
- Experience with prospect research as well as researching social issues.
- Strong organizational and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.
- Experience with Raiser's Edge would be an advantage.

Compensation

- Pay rate: $38.57 per hour.
- Extended medical and dental benefits.
- Pro-rated, paid vacation equal to 22 days per annum, accrued monthly in accordance with the YWCA's leave regulations.
- YWCA Health + Fitness membership.
- A workplace that prioritizes employee health, safety and wellbeing.

Job Requirements

- A valid clear criminal record check (including working with vulnerable populations) is required.
- The YWCA Metro Vancouver's COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination from COVID-19 is not required at this time.

How to Apply: Candidates are invited to send cover letters and resumes by February 27, 2025.

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