Unison at Kerby Centre is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing life for older Calgarians. We are offering an exciting opportunity to engage in meaningful community development and build a career with us.
Position: Major Gifts Officer
Salary: $75,000 to $78,750
Terms of Employment: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Calgary
Job Purpose:
The Major Gift Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts from high-net-worth individuals and corporations. This role requires exceptional interpersonal skills and provides an opportunity to secure transformational gifts that directly help fund diverse support programs for seniors in Calgary and Medicine Hat.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prospect Identification: Research and identify potential major donors who align with the organization’s mission and have the capacity to make significant gifts.
- Relationship Building: Cultivate strong relationships with prospective and current major donors through personalized communication, meetings, and events.
- Gift Solicitation: Approach qualified donors to request major gifts, effectively articulating the organization’s mission, impact, and fundraising needs.
- Donor Stewardship: Nurture relationships with donors after they have made a gift, ensuring their continued engagement and satisfaction.
- Portfolio Management: Manage a portfolio of major donors, tracking stewardship, their giving history, interests, and communication preferences.
- The incumbent also acts as casino chairperson. Unison is recipient of casino proceeds every 18 months.
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising or a related field.
- Proven track record of successfully soliciting major gifts.
- Experience with Raisers’ Edge NXT is an asset.
- Certification in fundraising or philanthropy encouraged.
Other Skills:
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Passion for philanthropy and a commitment to making a positive impact in the community.
- Must demonstrate initiative and work autonomously.
- A genuine commitment to the mission, vision, values, and work of Unison.
- Be a strong and committed team member
Working Conditions:
- Open office environment
- Regular trips to Medicine Hat to steward donors in that city.
- The incumbent needs a valid driver’s license and a vehicle in good condition.
Please submit your resume to careers@unisonalberta.com stating the position title in the subject line.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, veteran or disability status.
