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 Senior Fund Development Officer (SFDO) is responsible for strategically developing, executing, and overseeing all aspects of the Society’s fundraising, stewardship and corporate partnership development plan. This role is crucial for ensuring the successful achievement of the Society’s short and long-term strategic and fundraising goals. The Senior Fund Development Officer will drive the solicitation and securement of major individual and corporate donors while stewarding existing donors and partners over time.

Additionally, the FDO is responsible for conceptualizing and leading a comprehensive fundraising strategy that includes major giving, , capital and legacy giving campaigns and securement of donor/corporate advised funds, and grants to meet the overall fundraising targets.

The SFDO will provide direction and mentorship to the Fund Development Coordinator (FDC), 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

Strategic Cultivation & Major Gift Development

• Create and execute a comprehensive stewardship and communication plan that attracts and develops donors and philanthropists over time.
• Implement innovative stewardship strategies to deepen donor engagement and increase retention rates.
• Cultivate and enhance authentic relationships in the community and develop a portfolio of key donors, prospects, and solicit tailored initiatives.
• Recognize major gifts from donors with a personalized approach.  Examples include thank-you cards, public recognition and small tokens of appreciation.
• Develop a strategy to identify and secure donor advised funds.

Secure & Foster Corporate Partnerships

• Research and leverage emerging corporate philanthropy trends to maximize partnership and sponsorship opportunities.
• Create and execute a comprehensive Corporate Partnership plan designed to attract, cultivate, and retain long-term organizational partners. 
• Leading with a tailored approach to each corporate partner by identifying the synergies between the organizations and creating a value proposition that best meets their needs.
• Champion a personalized recognition program for major corporate partners, ensuring their support is acknowledged in a manner that reinforces the partnership’s value.
• Developing a strategy to identify and secure corporate advised funds.

Fundraising Campaigns

• Develop and execute capital campaigns to successfully meet the Society’s organization goals and needs.
• Establish and execute with success a Legacy of Giving campaign that includes the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of legacy donors.
• Create unique campaigns that resonate with a diverse donor segment and community stakeholders
• Cultivating, soliciting and securing long standing relationships with individuals and community organizations that are interested in hosting business and community events on ASP’s behalf with the purpose of fundraising.

Other

• Serve as a strategic partner to the Marketing & Events Manager (MEM) to develop a multi-channel marketing campaign to support all fundraising, stewardship, events and corporate partnership development needs.

• Provide strategic oversight to the Donor Management Database to ensure all communication and stewardship efforts and developments are accurately and comprehensively documented.

• Mentor and guide  the Fund Development Coordinator (FDC) in their professional growth and development.

• Collaborate with ASP leaders and departments to execute fundraising initiatives & meet strategic goals of the Society.  
• Remains current with fundraising trends and laws impacting fundraising initiatives. 
• 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, or equivalent experience
• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) designation or in progress an asset.
• Involvement in the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP), Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), Canadian Association of Gift Planners (CAGP) or a similar professional organization is an asset.
• 7-10 years of proven experience in stewardship, building corporate partnerships and fundraising including annual events, grants, sponsorship, individual giving and other gift solicitation strategies.
• Experience and skills with donor management platforms and able to extract 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 to anticipate, understand and respond to the needs and expectations of donors, corporate partners and sponsors.
• Superior verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including preparing and delivering presentations using Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• A high level of organizational ability, attention to detail, and ability to manage tight timelines
• A strong work ethic, perseverance and resilience to search and secure individual and corporate donors and sponsors.
• Ability to adapt/pivot stewardship and fundraising approaches based on changing 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. 12 personal/sick days. Office closure between between Christmas and New Years
• Annual Education Reimbursement
• Competitive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, life insurance (Employer paid). 

Qualified applicants must apply by sending a cover letter and resume to HR@alzheimerpeel.com (Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.)

Commitment to Equitable Recruitment

Alzheimer Society Peel is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity.

We are committed to an inclusive and barrier free work environment.

Applicants with disability will be provided accommodation during the recruitment process upon request.

Please contact hr@alzheimerpeel.com if an accommodation is required.  

All applicants must be fully vaccinated.