Annual Giving

**Annual Giving & Alumni Officer - Fraser Academy**

**About Fraser Academy**

Fraser Academy Association (FA) was founded to serve a vital community need. Since 1982, it has become recognized as a leader in North America by leveling the playing field for students with dyslexia, primarily as an independent school (Fraser Academy). Today, FA has expanded its impact through an Outreach and Training Centre (FAx) reaching across BC, Canada and the world. Leading a pioneering initiative to establish Canada's first Centre for Dyslexia, it is now on an exciting journey to deepen its commitment to the community.

We serve a gap in the system where approximately 20% of the student population is under-served by mainstream education. The ripple impact of our programming also adds great social value. While people with dyslexia have skills and strengths that are in demand in the 21st century, when unsupported, they are vulnerable to social and emotional risks such as mental health issues, substance abuse, homelessness, higher drop-out rates, and poverty/underemployment.

**Position Summary**

This is a perfect opportunity for a driven individual with 3-5 years of experience and a proven track record in fundraising and donor relations. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact in education and enjoy building authentic relationships, this role is for you.

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

**Key Responsibilities**

Annual Giving Program - min. 75%
- Develop, evolve and execute on an annual giving plan, with strategies, to meet/exceed revenue and participation goals and other KPIs. Track and analyze plan, as well as individual campaign performance metrics (such as response rate and cost per dollar raised to refine strategies) and ensure annual giving goals are met, and reported out on regularly.
- Manage a portfolio of donors, sponsors, and prospects through proactive, relationship-based engagement plans with a focus on high retention and acquisition rates and quality stewardship.
- Meet with donors regularly to build and deepen relationships, understand their philanthropic interests, and align them with Fraser Academy’s mission and priorities.
- Ensure a robust new family program and appropriate collaboration with Admissions.
- Write and execute direct mail and e-campaign appeals (managing entire appeal), donor stewardship letters, and impact reports, using segmentation to drive results, including upgrades.
- Plan and execute on cultivation and stewardship events, including the annual Board Chair’s Dinner.

Alumni Relations Program - approx. 15%
- Grow the alumni relations program to foster greater engagement, networking, and mentoring opportunities - evolving, and engaging relevant internal stakeholders in, the plan.
- Develop compelling alumni communications, including newsletters, social media, and Graduway content.
- Track alumni achievements and create storytelling opportunities to celebrate their successes.
- Plan and execute alumni events, including reunions and gatherings.
- Cultivate philanthropic support from alumni through the annual giving program.
- Connect with graduating students through outdoor education opportunities, events, and classroom planning, fostering early engagement in the alumni program and promoting awareness of philanthropy.

Other Fundraising Duties - approx. 10%
- Assist in identifying major gift prospects and contribute to delegated grant writing, proposals, and stewardship reporting.
- Manage a small assigned major gift portfolio.
- Maintain accurate prospect and donor records, campaign and other activity in the database (RE).
- Support other cultivation and stewardship events as needed.
- Promote philanthropy awareness among staff, students and alumni through targeted initiatives.

General Responsibilities
- Prepare, manage and report out on budgets related to annual giving and alumni relations.
- Ensure donor confidentiality and compliance with CRA regulations and the Donor Bill of Rights.
- Stay informed about FA’s programming and strategic priorities to effectively engage stakeholders.
- Work effectively with colleagues within the Advancement team and across Fraser Academy, including Head of School, other Leadership, staff, and faculty, to foster a collaborative and unified approach to achieving organizational goals.
- Support volunteers, including the FA Parent Community, in advancing program goals.

**Core Competencies and Skills**
- **Goal-oriented**: Thrives in a results-driven environment. Has a “can do” attitude.
- **Exceptional communicator**: Excellent written, oral, and listening skills.
- **Relationship builder**: Skilled in cultivating genuine connections with donors and alumni.
- **Detail Orientated & Highly organized**: Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- **Creative problem solver**: Brings fresh ideas and solutions to challenges.
- **Team player**: Contributes positively to a collaborative and fun work culture.
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