Manager, Development

"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. In this role, you will develop and execute strategies to coordinate fundraising activities for the province, with a focus on managing a diverse portfolio of Major Gifts and Corporate Giving. This role can be based out of Saskatoon or Regina, and is a full-time, permanent, hybrid position. WHAT YOU WILL DO - Develop and execute short-term and long-term development goals, ensuring increased revenue year-over-year focusing on, but not limited to Major Gifts & Corporate Giving. - Recruit new major gift and corporate donors and develop customized stewardship strategies. - Work with the local team to help organize our first party events, and lend support to 3rd party event organizers to ensure their success as required. - Strengthen and expand revenue development opportunities with existing donors through cultivation and implementation of strategies. - 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 to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of all fundraising initiatives. - Utilize Salesforce to input and track donor activities, reporting. - Utilize strong prospect research skills and programs. - Act as an ambassador and spokesperson for the Foundation, specifically when communicating with donors and other stakeholders. - Continuously work 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 Business, Fundraising, or other relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. - CFRE designation or working towards is considered an asset. - 5+ years of experience in a fundraising/management role in the not-for-profit or charitable sectors. - Demonstrated success in fundraising activities, donor relations and relationship management. - Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and maintain long-standing stakeholder relationships. - Proven ability to take initiative and carry projects to completion with mínimal supervision. - Ability to prospect research & identify leads for potential donors. - Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to exercise sound judgment in relations with a diverse group of volunteers, staff, clients, vendors, suppliers and the general public. - Access to reliable transportation to and from the office, for onsite visits and meetings with sponsors, donors, and the community, and for attendance at events. - A clear criminal background check will be required. YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT - Hybrid work environment (2 days in-office, 3 days remote per week) with occasional requirement to work outside of traditional office hou