Donor Development Officer

**DONOR DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (0.6 FTE)**

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community through philanthropy? JCFS Winnipeg is seeking a **Donor Development Officer** to play a vital role in advancing our mission through donor engagement and strategic fundraising.

This position is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating strategies to grow philanthropic support and ensure the long-term sustainability of our programs. By fostering meaningful relationships with donors, foundations, and community partners, the Donor Development Officer strengthen and enhances JCFS’ impact in the community.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Develop, present, and execute an annual donor development plan aligned with organizational priorities, in collaboration with senior leadership
- Support agency fund development initiatives, including direct mail campaigns, digital appeals, tribute cards, peer-to-peer campaigns, and special events
- Identify and cultivate new donors, including individuals, foundations, and businesses
- Prepare donor reports, fundraising metrics, and progress updates for leadership, committees, and the Board
- Work with the Communications team to produce engaging donor materials
- Maintain and manage the donor database (CRM), ensuring accurate records and donor history
- Create and implement stewardship strategies, including personalized acknowledgments and impact reporting
- Plan and coordinate donor meetings, tours, and outreach opportunities
- Support planned giving and legacy initiatives
- Ensure all fundraising activities meet CRA regulations and ethical standards
- Participate in agency-wide meetings, planning, committees, and community events

**Qualifications**:

- Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, or a related field
- Strong writing, organizational, and relationship-building skills
- Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge/fundraising software
- Passion for community service and social impact
- Knowledge of the Winnipeg Jewish community and/or nonprofit sector is an asset
- Fluency in a secondary language, such as Hebrew, Russian, or Spanish, is an asset
- Ability to work evenings and on weekends, as required

**What We Offer**:

- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Personal days including sick time and vacation
- A supportive and mission-driven team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A chance to make a tangible difference in people’s lives every day

**To Apply**:
Applications are due by Friday, July 18th. We thank everyone for their interest; however, only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.
- JCFS is committed to employment equity and welcomes diversity in the workplace. _**In**_**In keeping with the Manitoba Human Rights Code, please let us know of any accommodations you may require through the interview process. We will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants throughout the hiring process.**_

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- fundraising: 3 years (required)
- Raiser's Edge: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-05-19
Expected start date: 2025-09-01