Senior Development Officer

Monday to Friday I 37.5 hours per week onsite

Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, the Senior Fund Development Officer is responsible for building meaningful relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations in mid-level giving. The successful candidate will be experienced in and passionate about prospect cultivation and solicitation, and donor stewardship. They will contribute to the development and execution of strategic fundraising initiatives and work collaboratively with colleagues to meet annual revenue goals.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage a dynamic portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation prospects and donors, primarily in mid-level giving.

· Embrace opportunities to support the major gifts program.

· Identify and qualify prospects using both quantitative and qualitative methods.

· Design and execute strategic cultivation practices that employ 1:1 and 1: few relationship touch points.

· Solicit prospects for donations and sponsorships at meaningful gift levels.

· Steward donor relationships with care, attention, and with the intention to renew.

· Lead the planning and execution of CHS's annual Donor Appreciation event.

· Oversee budgets for assigned fundraising projects, ensuring fiscal responsibility.

· Secure sponsorships and attendees for CHS signature events – Dog Jog and Cocktails for Critters.

· Collaborate with the Volunteer Resources team to coordinate volunteer support for events.

· Maintain accurate donor records using NXT.

· Leverage data segmentation and analytics to enhance donor engagement and retention.

· Stay current with philanthropic trends and best practices to continuously improve fundraising strategies.

· Provide support across the shelter as needed, in collaboration with the Fund Development Team.

· Represent CHS's brand, values, and mission within the community.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

· Minimum 5 years of experience in fundraising, with a focus on corporate and individual giving.

· Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field.

· Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation, actively working toward certification, or a combination of related education and experience.

· Proficiency in NXT and Microsoft Office Suite.

· Comfortable with delivering group presentations including taking donors on shelter tours.

Skills & Attributes

· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

· Strong organizational and project management abilities.

· Collaborative team player with a respectful and positive approach to relationships.

· Self-motivated, resilient, and goal-oriented with a growth mindset.

· Professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.

· Experience working with committees, volunteers, donors, and sponsors.

· Flexibility to attend meetings and events outside regular business hours with time in lieu provided for additional hours worked.

· Passion for animal welfare and alignment with CHS's core values.

Additional Requirements

· Criminal record check (arranged by CHS).

· Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean driving record.

· Physically capable and comfortable working with a variety of animal species, including dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, and rodents.

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience.

· % employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees and dependents.

· Wellness Spending Account.

· Vision care.

· Paid vacation, sick time, wellness days.

· Paid day off on your birthday

· Matching RSP contributions.

· Professional development opportunities including support for acquiring CFRE designation.

· Discounts on CHS products and services, including adoption fees.

· Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program.

· Reduced-rate counseling services.