Development Partner
21 hours ago
Olds College is a leading institution in agriculture and technology education, offering quality hands-on programs for over a century. Our commitment to academic excellence and student success has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner in the agriculture and agri-food community.
The OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Development Partner - Capital Campaigns to join our team. As a key member of our development team, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our mission by leading and executing strategic fundraising campaigns, securing grants, and stewarding relationships to support our capital campaign programs and initiatives.
Key Responsibilities- Develop comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with institutional goals and priorities.
- Create detailed campaign plans, timelines, and budgets to guide implementation and ensure accountability.
- Identify key metrics and benchmarks to measure campaign progress and success.
- Cultivate strong relationships with existing and prospective donors, alumni, and corporate partners.
- Collaborate with the Development team to identify and prioritize donor prospects.
- Customize cultivation strategies to steward donors effectively and deepen their engagement with the institution.
- Research, identify, and pursue grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and other funding sources.
- Develop compelling grant proposals, applications, and supporting materials to secure funding.
- Manage the grant application process, including proposal development, submission, and reporting requirements.
- Draft contribution agreements and contracts for philanthropic donations, sponsorships, and partnerships.
- Ensure that contribution agreements align with the institution's objectives, legal requirements, and donor preferences.
- Collaborate with legal counsel and finance teams to review and negotiate contribution terms and conditions.
- Lead cross-functional teams to execute fundraising campaigns effectively and efficiently.
- Coordinate the development of campaign materials, including proposals, solicitation letters, and donor communications.
- Monitor campaign progress, track fundraising metrics, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
- Plan and execute events, receptions, and donor recognition programs to engage stakeholders and showcase the impact of philanthropy.
- Collaborate with Marketing and Communications teams to promote fundraising initiatives through various channels, including social media, email marketing, and press releases.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising, development, grant writing, contribution agreement writing, or project management, preferably in a higher education or nonprofit setting.
- Proven track record of success in designing and implementing fundraising campaigns, securing major gifts, winning grants, and drafting contribution agreements.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and institutional leaders.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate the institution's mission, vision, and funding priorities effectively.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop evidence-based fundraising strategies.
- Highly organized with exceptional project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Proficiency in fundraising software, CRM systems, grant databases, legal contract management, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Olds College offers a competitive benefit plan, including a defined benefit pension plan, extended health, dental, and prescription drugs benefits, health/personal spending account, generous vacation leave, paid holiday closure, 'Olds College in the Community' volunteer leave, and professional development opportunities.
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