Philanthropy Officer, Major Gifts - Jobs in Vancouver, BC

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Philanthropy Officer, Major GiftsLocation: VancouverReporting to: Manager, PhilanthropyJob status: permanent, full-time 1.0 FTE (75 hours bi-weekly)Canuck Place Children’s Hospice (CPCH) is British Columbia’s recognized pediatric palliative care provider. For over two decades, through the many programs and services we provide, we have made a significant difference in the lives of children with life-threatening illnesses and the families who love them. Due to the growth of the organization, we are expanding our Development team. Be part of a talented and innovative team that takes pride in supporting and providing the highest quality pediatric palliative care.HERE’S WHY IT’S SO GREAT TO WORK WITH US. Aside from being surrounded by a friendly, inclusive, dedicated team, Canuck Place offers employees up to 20 days’ vacation (pro-rated to their full-time equivalency), an 100% employer-paid benefits package, Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), a Health Spending account that provides up to $500 annually to provide additional coverage for health and wellness activities/services, informative lunch n’ learns, as well as various learning opportunities. Canuck Place Children’s Hospice also has a ‘Care For the Caregiver’ committee who provides ongoing, creative activities to connect us with one another as a reminder that it’s ‘this’ moment that really counts.SUMMARYWorking closely with and reporting to the Manager, Philanthropy, the Philanthropy Officer is responsible for engaging a portfolio of current and prospective individual and corporate major gift donors as well as over-seeing the Canuck Place Family Giving Program. This program will provide a unique opportunity for families to honour their children through donations designated to facets of our program that are meaningful to them and their experience, while also fitting into the parameters of our fundraising, budgetary and organizational rules.This role is ideal for a candidate who is passionate both about stewardship of established donors, and of finding new prospects with whom to share the goals of Canuck Place Children’s Hospice.Through cultivation and stewardship of relationships, the successful candidate will utilize moves management techniques to transition donors up the giving pyramid. This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate self-starter with a high-growth vision to build upon existing momentum at Canuck Place Children’s Hospice.We are seeking a candidate who has experience working face-to-face with individuals and can lead solicitations that are built on a clear understanding of donors’ interests, passions and values that align with those of Canuck Place.RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees the Canuck Place Family Giving program; supports families through their giving journey with compassion, and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members ensuring best practices.

• As the overseeing team member of the Family Giving Program, operates with great discretion in accordance with the wishes of each Canuck Place family member.

• Builds relationships with community stakeholders, such as individual donors, Donor Advised Fund-dispersing organizations, foundations, individual supporters, and more, to advance the mission and fundraising goals of the organization.

• Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards a portfolio of approximately 200 individual prospective and current donors.

• Seeks portfolio growth by reaching out to new donor prospects, and moving existing donors up the giving pyramid.

• Conducts research and identification of new individual, foundation, and community prospects with a view to engaging new donors in existing or new initiatives.

• Develops and manages timelines for various fundraising activities to ensure strategic plans and critical fundraising processes are carried out in a timely manner.

• Applies a disciplined moves management approach and customizes strategies for each relationship that encourages multi-year commitments and stretch gifts.

• Actively utilizes prospect research tools to identify new relationships.

• Develops strategic proposals based on short, intermediate, and long-term funding goals of the organization to reach or exceed annual revenue targets.

• Monitors & and evaluates activity and results; identifies challenges and manages up where required.

• Plays a lead role in soliciting, closing and stewarding significant gifts.

• Works collaboratively with a cross-functional team to plan and host engaging events.

• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• The successful incumbent will possess a related degree or diploma from a recognized educational institute or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

• In addition, a minimum of 3 years of progressive non-profit fundraising experience is necessary, including experience managing a major gifts portfolio.

• Involvement with the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) is an asset.

QUALIFICATIONSWhat you bring to the role:

• Self-motivated and results-oriented; positive, collaborative team player with the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

• Excellent organization, prioritization, judgement and problem-solving skills; demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively.

• Ability to inspire others; to develop and maintain meaningful, respectful, long-term relationships with Canuck Place families, current and prospective donors, their families and advisors.

• Superior interpersonal and communication skills; a high degree of professionalism and the ability to confidently interact and build trust with individuals and stakeholders all levels.

• Strong attention to detail. Excellent analytical, presentation and research skills.

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines as well as adjust and adapt to changing conditions and/or priorities.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.

• Strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills, and experience with Raiser’s Edge or similar donor database management system.

• Clear and valid BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle are preferred.

You have:

• High integrity; creativity; balance, good judgment and objectivity; high vision and conceptual capabilities; consultative, facilitate and collaborative; sense of humor.

• Excellent time management skills.

• Demonstrates flexibility that allows you to work with high energy, creative people.

• Able to thrive and effectively manage priorities in a changing, ambiguous environment.

Note: Flexibility is necessary, as this position may require occasional weekend and evening work and travel within and outside the Lower Mainland.Canuck Place Children’s Hospice hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equality and diversity within its community and to a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous persons, visible minority group members, persons with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.APPLICATION PROCESSPlease submit your cover letter and your resume by November 13, 2022. We recognize the importance of a diversified workforce, and we encourage First Nations, Inuit and Metis candidates, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates who have been short-listed will be contacted.Quick Apply

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