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Major Gifts Advisor
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About Us
At the Calgary Drop-In and Rehab Centre (the DI), we are dedicated to serving our community with kindness. Our mission - to work with community to end homelessness, one person at a time - goes beyond providing immediate support; we strive to create an environment where individuals can regain their confidence and rebuild their lives.
We are more than an emergency shelter.
Our dedicated team of staff and volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that everyone who walks through our doors feels welcomed, respected, and valued. What sets us apart is our holistic approach to support. We offer not only safe and comfortable accommodation and meals but also access to essential resources such as health and recovery services, and housing supports.
All of our programs, including emergency shelter, are low-barrier, trauma-informed, housing-focused, and recovery-oriented, aimed at supporting Calgary’s most vulnerable citizens. And our doors are always open.
**Department**: Fund Development Job Category: Salary
**Reports To**: Director, Development & Engagement Position Type: Full Time
**Direct Reports**: None Schedule: Monday - Friday
**Indirect Reports**: Location: Inglewood/Hybrid
Position Summary
The Major Gift Advisor is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts from high-net-worth individuals and corporations. This role requires exceptional interpersonal skills and provides an opportunity to secure transformational gifts that directly help people move out of homelessness and into stable housing.
Time Commitment
Position is Monday
- Friday, 40 hours per week. Some unusual hours may be required from time to time as the need arises. Schedule may be altered at the discretion of management.
Job
**Responsibilities**:
- Prospect Identification: Research and identify potential major donors who align with the organization's mission and have the capacity to make significant gifts.
- Relationship Building: Cultivate strong relationships with prospective and current major donors through personalized communication, meetings, and events.
- Gift Solicitation: Approach qualified donors to request major gifts, effectively articulating the organization's mission, impact, and fundraising needs.
- Donor Stewardship: Nurture relationships with donors after they have made a gift, ensuring their continued engagement and satisfaction.
- Portfolio Management: Manage a portfolio of 75-125 major donors, tracking their giving history, interests, and communication preferences.
Required Competencies and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising or a related field.
- Satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check - dated within the last 6 months. Copy required.
- Experience in the homeless serving sector is a plus.
- Proven track record of successfully soliciting major gifts.
- Experience working in a complex organization.
- Extensive experience with RaisersEdge NXT.
- Certification in fundraising or philanthropy encouraged.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Deep understanding of the organization's mission and goals.
- Passion for philanthropy and a commitment to making a positive impact.
- Must demonstrate initiative and work autonomously.
- A genuine commitment to the mission, vision, values, and work of the agency.
Working Conditions
The individuals we serve are experiencing homelessness or precarious housing and may also be facing substance use disorders and/or mental or physical health challenges. Many have a history of significant trauma.These experiences can influence their interactions with both staff and one another. By recognizing these behaviors as responses to past experiences, we are able to engage with our guests in a manner that is empathetic and respectful.
This role may involve high-stress situations that require resilience, compassion, and composure. At the DI we are deeply committed to the well-being of our staff, implementing policies and providing resources that support both physical and psychological safety, as well as mental health. We address the immediate challenges faced by our team to provide the highest level of support as well as the cumulative impacts of this vital work. By prioritizing staff well-being, we empower our team to provide the highest level of support to those in need, fostering a culture of care and understanding throughout our organization.
While the work is demanding and requires a strong commitment, those who are drawn to this field often find it to be one of the most impactful and rewarding careers they can pursue. It’s about making a difference - one person at a time.
Although the DI is a smoke-free work environment, there may be occasional exposure to secondhand smoke from designated smoking areas nearby.
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