Fundraising Specialist, Strategic Partnerships

7 days ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada The Alex Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Development Officer, Major Gifts to join our team at The Alex. As a key member of our Fund Development Team, you will be responsible for creating meaningful engagement opportunities for donors and community supporters.

Key Responsibilities
  • Donor Engagement: Identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit philanthropic support by developing and maintaining relationships with current donors and new prospects.
  • Strategic Fundraising: Develop and enhance donor relations through thoughtful and intentional fundraising strategies, including the creation of personalized and organizational content for donor communications.
  • Portfolio Management: Manage a portfolio of individuals, corporations, and private/public foundations with a projected gift range of $10,000 - $100,000.
  • Donor Stewardship: Work closely with the fund development team to ensure donor acknowledgment, recognition, and stewardship activities are activated in a timely manner.
  • Community Outreach: Work closely with Program Leads and Teams to develop a strong knowledge and understanding of The Alex and its programs so as to promote and increase awareness of the Alex within the broader community.
  • Database Management: Track and enter all relationships, activities, actions, information, and outcomes in the donor database.
  • Capital Campaigns: Participate in fulfilling future capital campaigns at The Alex.
  • Leadership Support: Provide donor relationship management and support for the executive leadership and The Alex Board of Directors.
  • Performance Analysis: Analyze and report on KPI's for major gift portfolio in alignment with the Fund Development Plan and The Alex's Strategic Plan.
  • Professional Development: Stay up-to-date with best practices in fundraising and donor engagement, and participate in ongoing professional development opportunities.
Qualifications and Experience
  • A bachelor's degree in a related discipline and a minimum of 3 years' experience in fundraising, community engagement, and previous experience in the non-profit sector is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) rules and guidelines regarding fundraising in Canada, specifically Alberta.
  • Experience with fundraising and donor database management software is required; experience with Donor Perfect is an asset.
  • Knowledge of the social services and/or community health sector.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a passion for telling community and impact stories.
  • Strong organizational, time-management, analytical, problem-solving skills, and ability to balance multiple competing priorities and deadlines.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills: an ability to work effectively collaboratively and inclusively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Exceptional computer and software skills, with experience working in MS Teams and MS Office Suite and advanced database skills.
  • Professionalism and tact in handling highly sensitive and confidential information ethically and with discretion.
  • A class 5 driver's license, clean drivers abstract, and a personal vehicle that can be used for work purposes, or an alternative travel solution, are required.
  • A satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal record check is required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action.
Work Environment and Hours
  • The Alex Community Health Centre (2nd Ave SE); attendance at meetings and events within the city limits is required.
  • 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours/week)
  • Standard hours 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday-Friday; some flexibility in schedule may be available.
  • Shifts on evenings and weekends for events may be required.
  • Continuous extended periods of sitting, with some standing and walking (sometimes up/down stairwells).
  • Occasional driving/travel will be required as part of work duties.
Benefits
  • 3-weeks' vacation
  • Medical and Dental Coverage
  • Health/Wellness Spending Accounts
  • RRSP and/or Student Loan Repayment Program (up to 5% match)
  • Personal Days
  • Floating Holiday
  • Sick/Wellness Days
  • Employee Family Assistance Plan
  • Professional Development

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