Development Officer

The best prescription I've ever given is a wish.Dr. Jeremy Friedman, Associate Paediatrician-in-Chief, SickKids Hospital & Medical Advisor for Make-A-Wish CanadaWHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST WISH?Is it to be part of an organization that is child-focused, values employee experience and is an inspiring workplace? If so, Make-A-Wish is for you!Make-A-Wish Canada creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We are on a quest to bring every eligible child's wish to life because a wish is an integral part of a child's treatment journey. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness.MISSION, VISION AND VALUESOur mission is, together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illness. Supported by our vision to grant the wish of every eligible child. Our values are Child-Focused, Integrity, Impact, Innovation, and Community.WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?Meaningful opportunities to make an impact and change the lives of children with critical illnesses within your community and across CanadaA collaborative team environment where you feel valued and inspiredAn attractive compensation package that includes group health and dental premiums which are fully covered by the Foundation, RRSP, & Wish paid hoursAnnual vacation starting at three weeks & additional paid leavesWork/life balance and flexibilityHybrid working environmentEmployee Wellness ProgramCorporate discountsContinuous learning, development and internal training opportunitiesFun employee activities, contests, and more!Make-A-Wish Canada is committed to fostering a culture that aims to change lives while offering a rewarding employment experience where your contributions make a true difference every day!WHERE YOU COME INWe are looking for a Development Officer to join our team at Make-A-Wish Canada. Reporting to the Manager, Development, the Officer is responsible for the management and coordination of events for the region, securing sponsorships and corporate gifts, grant writing, prospect research, and for developing and maintaining third party events.This role is located in Saskatoon and is a full-time, permanent, hybrid position.WHAT YOU WILL DOIdentify and inspire potential corporate & individual donors and community fundraisers.Manage the full cycle of events at the chapter level, ensuring high standards for all assigned fundraising initiatives.Develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Utilize a high degree of creativity in the development and design strategy of marketing and promotional material including PSA’s, press releases, brochures and other material for events or campaigns in the portfolio.Collaborate with internal departments to assist with the development or coordination of material needed to support donor/3rd party events in a timely manner, which may include social/marketing media.Establish and provide support to event committees as required to ensure success of events (e.g., guidance, materials, staff/volunteers, timelines, etc.).Cultivate relationships with existing donors and sponsors and identify and establish relationships with new prospects; execute on solicitation including cold calls for identified fundraising needs (i.e., service clubs).Steward existing donors and sponsors through recognition activities (thank you letters/plaques/social media posts/cheque presentations).Work in collaboration with our Wish Granting team to identify appropriate Wish Families for event participation.Collaborate with immediate manager in identifying opportunities for development and growth in sponsorship, donations (e.g., sponsorships for event décor, silent auction, prizes, food and drinks, entertainment, supplies, equipment, venues, etc.) and awareness.Utilize strong administrative and computer skills to complete all administrative and data management tasks associated with fundraising on a timely basis. This includes using Salesforce/DonorDrive/Crowd Change, or other tools, to input and track donor activities.Other duties as assigned.WHAT YOU BRINGPost-secondary education in business, fundraising or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.2-3 years of progressive experience in a fast-paced environment and in a fundraising/event management role. Supervisory experience with volunteers is an asset.Solid understanding of the non-profit development landscape is a must.Proven self-starter who is passionately driven to carry projects to completion and exceed targets with minimal supervision, while also being able to work collaboratively within a team environment.Demonstrated high degree of skill and ability to forge, manage, and maintain strong and authentic partnerships and relationships.Excellent interpersonal skills with a natural affinity towards collaboration, exercising sound judgement, and building trust with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders.Ability to lead a team and coach volunteers to achieve common goals.General financial management acumen to meet/exceed revenue targets, ability to manage operations within an established budget, knowledge of government receipting requirements.Strong written, editing, oral and presentation skills.Access to reliable transportation, to and from work, as well as for attending events, donor and sponsor visits, and other physical meetings in the community is a requirement.A clear Criminal Background Check will be required.YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENTHybrid work environment (2 days in-office, 3 days remote per week): responsibilities are carried out in the Saskatoon Chapter Office and remotely, however, you will be regularly required to be out of the office for visits with sponsors and donors, for site visits, and attending events in the community.Given the nature of events, may work irregular hours including evenings and weekends.Works under high degree of pressure on day of events to ensure logistics and all aspects of events are carried out successfully.Physical/Mental EffortEmotional situations in dealing with wish recipients and families facing life threatening conditions or illnesses, in palliative care, and end-of-life stages.Demonstrates emotional resiliency to be able to conduct cold-calls and continue to develop donor relations.Physical activity will be required at events, such as lifting boxes with materials and equipment, setting up the equipment, etc.Work under pressure with multiple tight deadlines, demands, high volume workload, and dynamic/overlapping priorities.How to applyIf everything you’ve read so far sounds like you, we encourage you to apply now! The deadline to apply is November 3rd, 2024, at 11:59pm ET.To apply, please navigate to 'Apply' above.Make-A-Wish Canada provides equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Reasonable accommodations due to disability are available on request at any stage of the hiring process.Our Commitment to IDEAMake-A-Wish Canada (MAWC) is committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). We believe that it is essential to our mission that we build a diverse, balanced, and vibrant workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and seek to serve. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, to still apply.Recruitment processOur recruitment process is swift in pace. Once applications are reviewed, we will contact our shortlisted candidates. Our typical process includes a phone screen, one or two interviews, and reference checking, followed by an offer and a criminal background check for the successful candidate. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in working with us!ABOUT MAKE-A-WISH CANADAFor 40 years, Make-A-Wish Canada has granted over 39,000 wishes across the country, 1,389 of them last year alone. As an independently operating affiliate of Make-A-Wish International, Make-A-Wish Canada is part of a network of the world’s leading children’s wish-granting organization. We serve children in every community in Canada, and in more than 50 countries worldwide. For the second year in a row, Make-A-Wish Canada has been named a Great Place to Work and in 2024 was named to the Top 100 Best Workplaces for Giving Back.JOIN OUR ONLINE COMMUNITYFor more information on how you can support Make-A-Wish Canada or get involved please visit our website at makeawish.ca. #J-18808-Ljbffr