Development Officer

POSITION DESCRIPTION

As a key member of the Fund Development team, the Development Officer creates, maintains and grows donor revenue and community support for Winnifred Stewart. Reporting to the Director of Fund Development and Communications, the Development Officer will play a crucial role in cultivating relationships with donors, event sponsors and business prospects for Winnifred Stewart.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and implement researching, prospecting, cultivating and managing relationships with donors for Winnifred Stewart 
• Work with Director of Fund Development and Communications to develop and execute fundraising strategy 
• Determine overall direction, strategy and new initiatives for increased donor participation and stewardship 
• Collaborate with prospective donors to cultivate and grow major gift and monthly donors 
• Create and implement a business development strategy to grow our Empties to Winn social enterprise fundraising program 
• Engage and secure sponsorship opportunities for Winnifred Stewart events and naming opportunities on site  
• Build and maintain relationships with donors ensuring a positive and engaging donor experience. 
• Prepare proposals, presentations and reports for business and individual donor prospects 
• Conduct research to identify potential donors and develop personalized outreach plans 
• Monitor and report on fund development activities and results 
• Track and report on fundraising activities, ensuring accurate and timely data management 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A positive attitude that acknowledges the gifts and passions of persons with disabilities, an aptitude for service and support, and a relevant knowledge and skill base. 
• Secondary school education in a relevant discipline (fund development, business, marketing, communications, social sciences) 
• Minimum two years fundraising experience in the not-for-profit sector 
• Knowledge and proven experience in donor relations, fundraising and sponsorship 
• Strong wiliness to be meeting with donors and/or clients in person and networking in our community 50% of the time 
• Experience working with donor management databases 
• Class 5 drivers license, personal vehicle, clear drivers abstract and 2-million-dollar liability insurance 
• Willingness to complete a Police Information Check with the Vulnerable Sector Search