PhilanthropyOfficer,Campaigns Full Time, Permanent Toronto, ON Reports to:
Director, Campaigns Direct Reports:
No Join us in our mission to change what it is to be blind in Canada.
Founded in 1918, CNIB is one of Canada’s oldest charities.
We believe our new strategic plan, The Way Forward , will once again revolutionize the way we serve and support our community from coast to coast.
Working with us means that you'll be part of an ambitious, diverse team that's committed to changing what it is to be blind today.
We're looking for a mission-driven PhilanthropyOfficer,Campaigns who is passionate about creating more accessible, inclusive, and equitable communities across Canada where people with low vision have unlimited opportunities and can experience life free from barriers and discrimination.
Your Impact at CNIB Cultivate and steward relationships with a portfolio of donors to secure major gifts (primarily with a focus on $5,000-$99,999 gifts).
Oversee a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors:
identifying those with an interest in CNIB’s work, engaging with them, soliciting, and closing major gifts, and nurturing donor relationships to uncover opportunities for growth.
Develop and implement individualized fundraising strategies for each donor in the portfolio, with a focus on soliciting major gifts.
Create and execute fundraising plans, proposals, and campaigns tailored to CNIB Guide Dogs, CNIB Kids, CNIB Sports & Recreation, and other priority areas.
Drive and implement moves management for portfolio, documenting all contacts and next steps in CRM (Salesforce).
Build appropriate strategies and create the tools needed to initiate and cultivate these relationships, including crafting opportunities for restricted and multi-year giving.
Attend events, meetings, and conferences to engage with donors and raise awareness of CNIB's work.
Maintain accurate donor records, track progress, and provide regular updates to the Director, Campaigns.
Work with Gift Management Team to ensure major gift pledges, renewals and other gift transactions are processed effectively and efficiently.
Coordinate communications for donors including follow ups, updates and ensuring timely recognition of gifts.
Requirements Who you are:
Education and Certifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in fundraising, non-profit management, or a related field.
Driver's license is an asset, but not required.
Experience and Qualifications Relevant fundraising experience at the $5K-$100K gift levels.
Relevant experience in major gift fundraising, including successful solicitation of substantial donations.
Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with major gift donors and prospects.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation and reporting skills.
Executes ideas and meets deadlines with excellent organizational & project management abilities, attention to detail and follow-through.
Knowledge of fundraising software and databases, including Salesforce.
Commitment to the mission and values of CNIB.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Adheres to applicable privacy laws as well as AFP, CAGP and CNIB standards of discretion and confidentiality.
Exceptional organizational and administrative skills with a focus on efficiency.
Proficiency in French an asset, but not required.
Willingness to work flexible hours.
Personal or professional experience relating to blindness and sight loss is considered an asset.
Personal or professional experience working with assistive technology and/or accessible environments is considered an asset.
Benefits Perks We offer industry leading comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards packages and a wide range of perks, including:
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and schedules.
Opportunities for professional development and growth, including internal inclusion, diversity equity and accessibility (IDEA) initiatives.
Competitive paid time off inclusive of annual vacation entitlement, additional paid holidays, wellness days, and personal days.
Group insurance benefits include dental, health and vision care.
Employer-sponsored pension plan.
Years of service awards and year-round rewards as part of our employee recognition program.
Enticing internal employee referral program.
Be Part of Our Mission If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application.
Be sure to include a resume, cover letter, and mention how you heard about this opportunity.
Closing date:
February 6, 2024 Please note that while we invite applications from all interested and qualified applicants, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant.
Working Together for Change Our diversity is our strength – we take pride in our inclusive workplace.
We are committed to recruiting and selecting candidates through fair, transparent, and accessible practices.
We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.
Learn more about our mission here . CNIBFoundation TorontoOntario
