Corporate Relations Officer

"It is better to prevent than heal." You are a savvy presenter and are comfortable networking with all different levels of individuals from corporate sponsors to members of the Board. You have demonstrated a proven ability to win others over and positively influence others (previous sales experience would be an asset). You work independently and thrive in a team environment, and you never hesitate to roll up your sleeves to volunteer your time. You know that doing meaningful work means working a variety of hours, and the rewards are plentiful when you see the fruits of your labour. This position may be eligible for incentives based on meeting fundraising goals. These targets will be established by the COP and Board of Directors. **OBJECTIVE**: Reporting to the Chief of Operations & Productions, the Corporate Relations Officer is responsible for developing, implementing and executing a fundraising strategy that will meet the short and long term needs of Odd Squad Productions. **MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**: Oversee strategy development and implementation: - Plan, implement and oversee a multi-faceted fundraising program - Achieve annual revenue goals, which includes major gifts, annual giving, and sponsorship - Develop fundraising initiatives - Present fundraising cases to the Operations Director (for Board Presentations) - Prepare prospect lists and develop appropriate campaigns - Keep abreast of fundraising trends - Maintain extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and principles - Assess impact of external events on teams across the organization - Develop and maintain tools and donor database systems so fundraising information is kept current and up to date. Direct fundraising and donor management: - Manage a portfolio of donors - Build relationships with key stakeholders - Secure philanthropic commitments and honour their commitment to the organization, with an emphasis on securing 5 - to 7-figure gifts - Prepare stakeholders for a possible ask (assess areas of interest and when to ask) - Update stakeholders on a funded project or the organization - Collaborate with volunteers, staff leadership and colleagues - Partner with senior leaders to engage potential and current donors - Build relationships across organization - Develop fundraising strategies appropriate for key priorities in the organization - Maintain and ensure privacy donor information and how it is stored within organization (mailing lists, privacy, and finance) as it impacts decisions in the development process - Write and submit grant and funding proposals (and monitor and track progress). External relationship management: - Build relationships with key stakeholders - Collaborate with our funder relationships - Manage our spending and ensure that they coincide with funder expectations. Project/program management: - Oversee all fundraising projects and campaigns - Understand the scope of the projects, overall cost, high level activities, desired outcomes and crafting the story to support the projects - Reach out to existing and prospecting funding - Secure meetings with potential funders - Write grant and funding proposals - Ensure funds are spent as promoted - Ensure funders get updates on projects - Generate financial reports to update key stakeholders on project progress, revenues, future revenue, and dollars raised to date. Performs other duties as required. **SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE** - 5+ years’ experience in progressively responsible development positions - 3+ years in a leadership role - Developed network with fundraising community - Demonstrated results with campaign management, annual/individual giving, planned giving, sponsorship - Proven experience in campaign management, annual/individual giving, planned giving and sponsorship - Track record in cultivating and securing 3 to 6-figure gifts - Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) - Demonstrated leadership with strategic planning - Budget management for complex organizations - Experience working with senior level volunteers and community leaders - Ability to multitask and strong time management skills **Salary**: $68,750.00-$73,500.00 per year Ability to commute/relocate: - Burnaby, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) **Education**: - Bachelor's Degree (required) **Experience**: - public relations: 1 year (required) Work Location: One location