Fund and Community Development Coordinator - Guelph, Canada - THE ELLIOTT COMMUNITY

THE ELLIOTT COMMUNITY

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Guelph, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Who We Are

For over 100 years, The Elliott Community has had the privilege of providing care to citizens of Guelph and surrounding area.

The Elliott offers a range of services to tailor care for each resident at every stage of life, including Long Term Care, Retirement, Life Lease and Respite Care.

As a not for profit, charitable organization, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality of life for residents, The Elliott has a unique philosophy formed on family values.

The Opportunity
Fundraising is an integral part of continually improving the Elliott Community's environment and services for its residences and employees. The Fund and Community Development Coordinator will exploit several sources of potential funding. This will include sources from all levels of government, foundations as well as corporations and other businesses.

The Fund and Community Development Coordinator will expand the funder composition, broaden the funder base, and implement formal fundraising efforts.

This includes forming and affirming existing ties within the community to build on the existing funding base.

The Fund and Community Development Coordinator will work collaboratively with members of the Elliott Community, its volunteers and the Board, be accountable for the overall development and implementation of donor recognition programs, have specific oversight of projects involving activities associated with the funds, special events management and support special donor relations activities.

Responsibilities and Duties

Lead the development of a multiyear fundraising plan with goals and objectives, KPIs, target donors, and actions.
Commitment to the highest ethical standards and dedication to the organization's mission and values.
Continue to build and foster Elliott Community relationships with our previous and current donors.
Produce quarterly reports detailing funds raised, donor statistics, success stories, challenges, and recommendations.
Develop and implement the fundraising strategy, including engagement of major donors, recurring donors, corporate gifts, and campaigns.
Help develop a detailed budget alongside the Community Engagement Manager, income projections, expected expenses, and ROI (return on investment) analysis for department initiatives.
Develop yearly fundraising goals and monitor progress to ensure these goals are met or exceeded.
Develop and implement required policies and processes.
Creation of marketing and communications plans and materials related to fundraising strategy (ex. solicitation letters).
Conduct workplace presentations, including leadership and/or Board presentations covering projections and strategic insights.
Ensure contributions are recognized, including through donor recognition, website and on social media.
Act as an ambassador in the community, including at community and partner events, and in the media.
Build and steward strategic partnerships and community collaborations.
Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors to meet annual fundraising goals.
Support the development of a fundraising business plan, containing strategies related to individual donors and prospects including identification, qualification, cultivation and successful solicitation.
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of The Elliott Community levels of living and services and uses this to create opportunities for donor engagement.
Prepare compelling and strategic fundraising materials including, but not limited to, information briefs, cases for support, briefing notes, sponsorship materials and stewardship reports.
Minimum of 3 years of development/fundraising experience in cultivating, growing, and managing a portfolio of major gifts, or experience working in various aspects of fundraising development, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated success and/or specific training in fundraising, event management, marketing or communications.
Knowledge of Revenue Canada charity guidelines is an asset.
Proven ability to establish effective working relationships and network with all levels of management, staff, volunteers, residents, their families, community partners and external stakeholders.
Strong computer skills: MS Office Suite, Canva, CRM database, Donor Management Software, Teams, etc.
Demonstrated ability to solicit gifts and secure grant funding.
Demonstrated experience with a Capital Campaign.
Working towards obtaining or willing to obtain Canadian Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) designation
Valid driver's license and access to one's own reliable vehicle.
Vulnerable Sector Search Criminal ecord check.
Must maintain an up to date immunization record including COVID19 vaccination series, annual influenza and TB screening.

What We Offer

This is a full time opportunity, 75 hours biweekly including some weekends and Public Holidays, as required.
A competitive compensation package includin