Development & Engagement Officer - Saskatoon, Canada - YWCA Saskatoon

YWCA Saskatoon

Verified Company

Saskatoon, Canada

6 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

***:As the Development & Engagement Officer, you will play a crucial role in the fundraising process of the YWCA Saskatoon and work to maintain a strong donor pipeline. You will be responsible for maintaining a portfolio of donors, initiating contact, building relationships, reporting to donors on the impact of giving and maintaining donor engagement. Your ability to connect with the mission and values of the organization will be essential to your success in the role.

POSITION REPORTING:
VP of Development & Engagement

HOURS OF WORK:
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.
Donor Relationship and Stewardship

Engage donors in conversations about how their support can enable a meaningful impact on the YWCA's programs and initiatives
Ensure relationship with donors, prospective donors and volunteers are documented in Raisers Edge to facilitate further relationship building
Implementing donor thank you and stewardship process
Create and maintain donor reports to track progress and communicate the impact of donations
Maintain relationships with existing donors, ensuring their continued support and engagement
Identify and carry out appropriate stewardship activities

2.
Provide administrative support for fund development

Play a role in carrying out the YWCA gift stewardship plan and achieving fund development goals, working together with the VP of Development & Engagement and other team members
Accept charitable gifts, process donation receipts, and prepare correspondence, printed materials, reports, research, and lists
Maintain and update donor and gift information in the donor database
Support and promote fundraising campaigns and appeals
Work with VP of Operations & Finance to prepare monthly and annual donation reconciliation
Prepare donation reports and donor lists
Coordinate donor visits, tours, and social events
Respond to donor and volunteer inquiries in person, on the phone or in writing

3.
Provide support for events and special projects

Support YWCA special events together with other YWCA team members and volunteers
Coordinate details, event promotions, invitations, RSVP's, and tickets
Provide eventday support with occasional evening or weekend work
Support external events where YWCA Saskatoon is involved

4. Develop a deep understanding of YWCA Saskatoon

Develop a deep understanding of the YWCA Saskatoon mission, values, programs and strategic priorities to effectively communicate and align donor interests

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience is considered an asset
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal, including diplomacy and tact with enthusiastic professionalism in dealing with people
Strong computer skills and clerical accuracy is essential
Proficiency in Raisers Edge and Microsoft Office Applications is considered an asset
Proven ability to work independently and as part of team
Experience with events, committees and volunteers an asset
Familiarity with the nonprofit sector an asset
Personal philosophies aligned with YWCA Saskatoon vision, mission, and values

WAGE
Based on experience.

TO APPLY:

Thank you to all applicants. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Work Location:
In person