Annual Fundraising Specialist - Guelph, Canada - Stonehenge Therapeutic Community

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community

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Guelph, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community (STC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing evidence-based and holistic substance use treatment services to individuals and families in Guelph and surrounding areas.

With a legacy spanning over 50 years, STC has been committed to fostering a supportive and compassionate environment, empowering our clients to lead healthy and fulfilling lives while reducing the harms related to substance use.

We invite you to be part of our mission-driven team as an
Annual Fundraising Specialist. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve while enjoying personal and professional growth in an inclusive, supportive environment.

Role Type:
Contract (approx. 24 months)

Location:
Hybrid role, requiring partial work in Guelph (in office) and partial remote work

Hours of Work:
Full Time - Monday to Friday, days; Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support fundraising or community engagement

Why Work for Stonehenge?

Comprehensive Benefit plan (no employee copay required)
Enhanced vacation and paid time off entitlements
Employee and Family Assistance Program available
Paid Wellness days available

About the Role:

The Annual Fundraising Specialist will have the chance to:

Play a pivotal role in the execution of our annual fundraising strategy, driving the growth and success of STC
Develop, plan, and manage a diverse range of fundraising initiatives, with a focus on achieving annual goals
Build strong relationships with donors by connecting their passions with our mission and ensuring their ongoing support
Collaborate with our dedicated team of professionals to maximize fundraising efforts and increase community engagement
Continuously improve your fundraising skills and knowledge, staying at the forefront of industry best practices

Execution-Oriented:

Driven to deliver results and meet annual fundraising targets
Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute tasks efficiently
Skilled in problemsolving and overcoming challenges
Demonstrates adaptability and resilience in the face of changing circumstances

Intellectually and Socially Curious:

A thirst to learn more about people, places, and things
Accesses a deep and wide repository of knowledge to inform donor discussions
Asks thoughtful, insightgenerating questions about donor goals and interests
The skill to change speaking style and behavior depending on the audience
Utilizes prior experience working with diverse audiences in order to take calculated risks

Information Distillers:

The ability to recognize, curate, and communicate relevant information
Possesses fluency with data and analytics to enhance donor prioritization
Quickly zeros in on relevant details related to donor motivations and interests
Explains complicated issues in a comprehensible fashion

Strategic Solicitors:

The confidence and skill to artfully ask prospective donors for contributions
Understanding that fundraising is an exchange of values
Knowing the details of your organization's program
Understanding that a "no" is not personal rejection

Donor-Centered:

Understands and ensures Donors are the core asset of our nonprofit
Has a fundraising philosophy that centers on caring for and nurturing donors while pursuing organizational objectives
Articulates an operating philosophy that values the donor as much as the mission of the organization

Team Oriented:

Values collaboration and teamwork to achieve shared goals
Embraces a culture of open communication, trust, and support among colleagues
Contributes actively to team projects and initiatives, offering expertise and creative solutions
Shares knowledge, resources, and best practices with colleagues to foster continuous improvement and growth
Celebrates the successes and accomplishments of team members and the organization

Specific Role Responsibilities:

Execute an annual fundraising strategy in collaboration with the STC leadership team to achieve annual fundraising goals
Manage a portfolio of current and potential donors, including individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies, with an emphasis on donor retention and relationship building
Coordinate and execute annual fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives, utilizing both online and offline channels
Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to create and distribute compelling fundraising materials, promoting STC's mission and impact
Maintain accurate records of donor communications, financial transactions, and reporting requirements using CRM software
Support grant research and proposal writing as needed
Recruit, train, and manage a team of fundraising volunteers
Stay uptodate on industry trends and best practices in annual fundraising to ensure STC remains competitive
Bachelor's degree in Nonprofit Management, Marketing