Major Gifts Officer

**Title**:Advancement Services - Major Gifts Officer

**Position Type**: Permanent, Full-Time

**Reports to**: President

**Salary**: $65,000-$80,000

**About Vancouver College**:
, established in 1922, is the only K-12 independent Catholic boys school in British Columbia. With over 1,000 students, the school is well known for its spiritual program, outstanding academics and expansive co-curricular program.

The school’s new campus and revitalized facilities, completed in 2020, serve as testament to the generous support from generations of families, alumni, staff, and friends. Our Mission of developing young men - academically, spiritually, athletically and artistically - is achieved thanks to the combined generosity of those who came before us as well as current donors who provide financial support on an ongoing basis.

**Primary Function of the Position**:
Reporting to the President, the Major Gifts Officer works as a key member of the Advancement team; colleagues who, on behalf of the Vancouver College and the VC Millennium Foundation, lead and coordinate all fundraising initiatives in conjunction with Vancouver College Parents Association (“VCPA”) and the Vancouver College Alumni Association (“VCAA”). Together, Advancement, VCPA, and VCAA work to support students in need of financial assistance, as well as ensuring the school’s property and facilities continue to provide a vibrant and inspirational educational environment.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Building relationships with existing and potential donors.
- Securing major gifts at the $5k-25k level with the goal of raising in excess of $1.5 million annually.
- Utilizing systems and software (such as Raiser's Edge & Power School) to help connect with donors and prospects.
- Working with the VC Parents Association and VC Alumni Association to align efforts and ensure successful fund
- and friend-raising events.
- Supporting the President and other members of the Advancement Committee in making face-to-face gift solicitations.
- Organizing and contributing to school events designed to recognize and celebrate financial donors in the school community.
- Contributing to the creation of the annual Advancement plan and the Board of Directors’ Annual Report.
- Actively supporting the work of the Vancouver College Limited Board of Directors’ Advancement Committee by tracking and reporting on Advancement progress over the course of the school year.
- Willingness to occasionally work evenings and weekends in order to attend and be actively involved in school events and donor appreciation activities.

**Education/Experience**
- Post-secondary degree or diploma
- Ideally, a minimum of five years of fundraising experience working in an educational or related nonprofit sector.
- Experience working with sensitive information and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Familiarity with and alignment with Vancouver College’s Mission, Vision and Values, as outlined in our.

**Skills/Abilities**
- Strong interpersonal skills to relate to donors, volunteers, and colleagues.
- Self-motivated (a “self-starter”); innovative and ability to work with independence within the context of a team environment.
- Flexible in approaching complex situations and relationships.
- Results-oriented and goal-driven.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret and manage data.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities, giving careful attention to detail.
- Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge or similar donor database.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to by Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing from you.

Pay: $65,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-12-17