Summary
Description
Everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, supported and loved.
FearIsNotLove (the new brand evolution and operator of Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter) works to inspire and build a dignity driven movement, cultivating communities that are free from domestic violence and abuse. We serve all people to live free from fear, neglect, violence, and abuse through a comprehensive range of innovative programs and services; from prevention and education, to counselling and emergency supports.
FearIsNotLove creates safe spaces. We listen, we support, we encourage and we are judgement-free. We are relentless in our commitment to our clients, our communities and each other. We believe change is possible. At our core is an uncompromising commitment to our team of talented people who believe in our mission. We believe that when people feel empowered and safe, they are able to move forward with the best decisions for them and their family.
We are looking for people who want to be part of changing the conversation about domestic violence and abuse. At our core is an uncompromising commitment to our team of talented people who believe in our mission.
The Annual Giving Officer will play a vital role in fundraising efforts, building relationships with mid-level donors and ensuring the continued success of FearIsNotLove. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a strong commitment to our mission, a proven track record in annual giving, and a desire to further develop in the fundraising profession.
Working closely with and reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this role is responsible for strategic stewardship of donors in the annual giving portfolio using moves management techniques to deepen relationships and increase support. Additionally, the candidate will develop and implement strategies to identify, qualify, and cultivate new individual mid-level and monthly donors to increase annual giving revenue and build FearIsNotLove’s presence in the donor community.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Develop opportunities, build relationships, and execute annual giving strategies to increase individual donor engagement, loyalty, and generosity.
- Research and identify prospective individual annual donors for cultivation and solicitation.
- Steward relationships including regular communication and personalized recognition.
- Renew and upgrade current annual individual donors through in-person solicitation and/or strategic proposals based on priority goals of the organization.
- Identify major donor and corporate donor prospects in current annual donor portfolio and work with colleagues to create solicitation opportunities.
- Confidently oversee an active portfolio of mid-level donors and accept responsibility for delivering related revenue targets.
- Support Chief Development Officer with major gift portfolio management.
- Organize and co-host engaging donor events for mid-level donors.
WHAT YOU BRING TO OUR MISSION
- The successful candidate will possess a post-secondary degree/diploma or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
- Ideally a minimum of three years of progressive non-profit fundraising experience which includes direct responsibility for a portfolio of individual donors.
- Commitment to professional development will be important given the learning culture at FearIsNotLove.
- Self-motivated and results-oriented; positive and collaborative; excited to work in and contribute to a high-performing fundraising team.
- Superior interpersonal and communication skills; a high degree of professionalism and the ability to confidently interact and build trust with individuals and stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong understanding of varying motivations for donor giving across sources, styles, and financial instruments.
- Ability to develop and maintain meaningful, respectful, long-term relationships with current and prospective donors, their families and advisors.
- Excellent organization and prioritization skills with judgment of when to work independently and when to seek input from colleagues and manager.
- Unwavering ability to maintain sensitivity and confidentiality in every interaction with donors and prospects.
- Excellent analytical, presentation, and research skills.
- Strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills and familiarity with Teams and Trello.
- Experience with Blackbaud donor database and an ability to commit to the organization’s standards for donor relationship management.
- Clear and valid Alberta driver’s license and access to a vehicle are preferred.
IMPORTANT DETAILS YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Ongoing training and development is a required condition of this position.
- A criminal records search and an intervention record check are conditions of employment.
- If eligible for registration with a professional body, registration must be current.
- Effective January 1st, 2022 being fully vaccinated against Covid-19 is a condition of employment.
- In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
Apply to become part of the movement. FearIsNotLove. Be part of changing the conversation with us.
CLOSE DATE: This position will remain open until filled.
FearIsNotLove is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage qualified candidates from all genders, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply.
We thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
