Philanthropic Advisor – Momentum

Are you a changemaker?

If you are someone who sees the potential in people, and who believes that everyone, given the right tools and support, can thrive, then you’re in the right place.

Momentum is committed to building a society where everyone belongs. Where we are all valued for who we are and where we are all given the tools and opportunities to build the life we want. We’re changemakers who value diversity, and we believe everyone has a role to play in building a just and equitable society.

The Organization:

Momentum became certified as a Great Place to Work in Canada in 2021. Great Place to Work is a global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. We provide competitive compensation and benefits with an unparalleled work environment.

We are a multidisciplinary team of people united by a shared vision and values. At Momentum you’ll find MBA’s, artists, facilitators, social workers and more. Our backgrounds are as diverse as our areas of discipline, and it is this diversity and the respect and value we have for each other and our participants that makes us stronger. We are purpose-driven, and our high standards and consistent results reflect the trust and confidence we have in each other. We live and work in ways that reflect our sustainability-centred values, being intentional in our actions to reduce our environmental footprint. If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the position below to see if your skills and experience align with the role. Momentum is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

What you’ll be doing:

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in achieving fundraising results necessary to activate Momentum’s 2024-2029 Income First; Gains That Last strategic direction. This role cultivates and nurtures relationships with donors, guiding them through the fund development cycle, and securing gifts that increase over time in size, flexibility and duration. The Resource Development team at Momentum is known for achieving goals together through a non-competitive, team-first approach. Your efforts will directly support Momentum’s purpose.

This is one of two relationship-based fundraising positions. The team has four other members that provide stewardship and fulfillment, storytelling, database leadership, graphic design, events and proposal/reporting functions.

Responsibilities:

• Fund Development Relationship Management: Guide a portfolio of about 100 individual, corporate and foundation-based donors through the fund development cycle, ensuring they are informed, engaged and inspired about Momentum’s impact and goals.
• Investment Development: Work across teams internally to develop investment packages that will advance achievement of Momentum’s strategic goals.
• Strategy Implementation: Collaborate with the fundraising team to develop and execute strategies that align with Momentum’s Income First strategy.
• Reporting: Record donor engagement activity within the Raiser’s Edge database according to the team’s standards

Primary Relationships:

• Director of Strategy and Culture
• Resource Development Team members
• Momentum donors and their philanthropic advisors

To do the job well, you will need:

• Empathy: Ability to understand and relate to donors’ motivations and concerns.
• Persistence: Determination to achieve fundraising goals despite challenges.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust strategies based on donor feedback and changing circumstances.
• Integrity: Commitment to ethical fundraising practices and transparency.
• Creativity: Innovative thinking to develop engaging donor experiences and campaigns.
• Resilience: Capacity to handle rejection and continue pursuing new opportunities.
• Collaboration: Strong team player who builds group trust and can work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Passion for creating an inclusive economy and reducing poverty. This work clearly lines up with your values and the contribution you want to make to the world.

What you will need to do the job well:

• Minimum 5 years not-for-profit fundraising/fund development experience including at least two in a relationship-based fundraising role.
• A post-secondary degree in not-for-profit management, business, social work or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with demonstrated abilities in stewarding high stakes relationships with diverse individuals and groups including community partners, business leaders, government representatives, the general public, and culturally diverse communities.
• Strong active listening, negotiating and closing skills.
• Minimum 2 years in major gift fundraising work.
• Experience with a fundraising database (Raiser’s Edge NXT preferred.)
• Proven ability to manage multiple elements of a project, stay organized, and deliver on time at a high standard of excellence.
• Excellent verbal, public speaking, and written communication skills with an appreciation/passion for the art of storytelling.
• Passionate about connecting donors to opportunities for mission impact.
• Knowledge of the Calgary philanthropic community.
• Current knowledge of fundraising best practices and techniques.
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems and explore new opportunities.
• Knowledge of Community Economic Development and poverty issues an asset.
• Ability to think strategically and work independently, sometimes to tight deadlines.
• A membership in the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) is an asset.
• Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email and Internet systems essential.
• Willingness to learn and take courses that will contribute to the knowledge strength of the organization (i.e., CFRE.)

To apply:
Please click on the below link:
https://momentumorg.bamboohr.com/careers/26?source=aWQ9MTQ%3D

Closing Date: August 1, 2024
Starting Salary: $65,000-$81,000 depending on experience

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
To see why Momentum is a great place to work and what we have to offer visit www.momentum.or