Job Posting

Fund Development Officer (FDO)

Full Time Permanent

Our Mission

The Alzheimer Society Peel exists to alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias; to help find the cause, prevention and cure.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, the Fund Development Officer (FDO) is responsible for developing, executing, and overseeing all aspects of the Society’s major giving, legacy giving, corporate partnership (including event sponsorships) and capital campaign to meet the overall fundraising targets. This role is crucial for ensuring the successful achievement of the Society’s short and long-term strategic and fundraising goals. The Fund Development Officer will drive the solicitation and securement of high net individual and corporate donors while retaining donors and partners over time.

The FDO will provide mentorship to the Fund Development Coordinator (FDC) as needed, and will collaborate closely with the Marketing and Events Manager (MEM) to support the execution of various events, marketing, social media and communication activities.

Responsibilities

Major & Legacy Gift Development

• Create and execute a comprehensive stewardship plan that attracts anddevelops high net worth donors and philanthropists over time.
• Establish and execute with success a Legacy of Giving campaign that includesthe cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of legacy donors, building referralpartnerships with local businesses that assist clients with estate planning,i.e.financial and law businesses.
• Implement innovative stewardship strategies to deepen major donorengagement and increase retention rates.
• Cultivate and enhance authentic relationships in the community and developa portfolio of key major donors, prospects, and solicit tailored initiatives.
• Recognize major gifts from donors with a personalized approach. Examplesinclude thank-you cards, public recognition and small tokens of appreciation.
• Identify and secure donor advised funds.

Corporate Partnerships

• Create and execute a comprehensive Corporate Partnership plan designed toattract, cultivate, and retain long-term organizational partners.
• Leading with a tailored approach to each corporate partner by identifying thesynergies between the organizations and creating a value proposition thatbest meets their needs.
• Cultivating, soliciting and securing long standing relationships with individualsand community organizations that are interested in hosting business andcommunity events on ASP’s behalf with the purpose of fundraising.
• Champion a personalized recognition program for corporate partners,ensuring their support is acknowledged in a manner that reinforces thepartnership's value.
• Identify and secure corporate advised funds.
• Stay current on emerging corporate philanthropy trends to maximizepartnership and sponsorship opportunities.

Capital Campaigns

• Work in partnership with the Director to create a capital campaign planincluding budget, capital campaign sellable assets and timelines.
• Work in partnership with the MEM and Director to create campaign materials,such as case for support, funding proposals, thank-you letters and giftagreements.
• Develop and implement strategies for identification, cultivation andsolicitation of prospects for the capital campaigns.
• Cultivate strong relationships with prospects, solicit prospects and donors forall gifts targeting the capital campaign.

Other

• Partners with the MEM to develop a multi-channel marketing campaign tosupport all fundraising, stewardship, events and corporate partnershipdevelopment needs.
• Utilize the Donor Management Database to ensure all communication andstewardship efforts and developments are accurately and comprehensivelydocumented.
• Works collaboratively with the FDC & MEM and provides back-up support asneeded.
• Collaborate with ASP leaders and departments to execute fundraisinginitiatives & meet strategic goals of the Society.
• Remains current with fundraising trends and laws impacting fundraisinginitiatives.
• Manage and lead projects, reporting, and other duties as assigned.

What We Need From You (Skills, Experience, & Education)

• University degree in Business Administration, Philanthropy, Fundraising, orequivalent experience
• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) designation or in progress anasset.
• Involvement in the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP),Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), Canadian Association of GiftPlanners (CAGP) or a similar professional organization is an asset.
• 5+ years of proven experience in stewardship, building corporatepartnerships and fundraising including annual events, grants, sponsorship,individual giving and other gift solicitation strategies.
• Experience and skills with donor management platforms and able toextract and analyze data to support all fundraising efforts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including diplomacy, tact, and teamwork
• A strong donor service orientation demonstrated by the ability toanticipate, understand and respond to the needs and expectations ofdonors, corporate partners and sponsors.
• Superior verbal and written communication and presentation skills,including preparing and delivering presentations using Google Suite andMicrosoft Office.
• A high level of organizational ability, attention to detail, and ability tomanage tight timelines
• A strong work ethic, perseverance and resilience to search and secureindividual and corporate donors and sponsors.
• Ability to adapt/pivot stewardship and fundraising approaches based onchanging landscapes, situations and challenges.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required
• Willingness to travel for events and meetings
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends when required.

This is a full-time, hybrid position (ie: remote and in office / community), 35.0 hours per week, with some occasional evening and weekend work.

What we offer:

• Hybrid work schedule with a minimum of 2 days in the office (or community)
• RRSP with company match for up to 5% of your annual salary
• Generous vacation entitlements
• Annual Education Reimbursement
• Competitive benefits package - medical, dental, vision, life insurance(Employer paid).