northern development officer
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Development Officer, Individual Giving
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October 30, 2024
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Bissell Centre
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*Job Purpose*
Are you a Development Officer ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? Are you eager to inspire generosity and create lasting change?
At Bissell Centre, we are driven by a powerful vision: to eliminate poverty and uplift individuals with dignity and compassion. Our work is grounded in building relationships, fostering hope, and strengthening trust. Just as our community reflects diverse backgrounds and experiences, so does our team.
Bissell Centre's programs empower individuals to meet their basic needs, achieve sustainable livelihoods, secure stable housing, and build a hopeful, prosperous future. Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic, dedicated group that collaborates to bring this vision to life.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and optimistic Development Officer who will engage our community and develop opportunities that support and expand the vital work we do.
*Role Summary:*
The *Development Officer, Individual Giving*, plays a vital role in advancing Bissell Centre?s mission by managing and growing the annual giving program. This role focuses on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors, particularly those contributing under $500. Under the guidance of the Manager of Community Engagement, the Development Officer will execute strategies to enhance donor engagement, increase retention, and drive revenue growth through targeted appeals and special initiatives, all while managing budgets and tracking return on investment.
*Duties and Responsibilities*
*Annual Fund Strategy and Execution*
· Develop and implement an annual giving plan that includes direct mail, digital campaigns, and donor engagement strategies.
· Collaborate with the Manager of Community Engagement to set and achieve annual revenue goals.
· Manage segmented donor communication to optimize engagement and giving across multiple channels (email, social media, direct mail, phone).
· Coordinate Direct Response campaigns with external partners using the organization's project management tool.
· Work within the allocated budget for annual giving activities, tracking expenses and ensuring cost-effective campaign execution.
· Ensure compliance with FIPPA, CRA, and other applicable legislation.
*Donor Stewardship and Cultivation*
· Build relationships with current and prospective donors through personalized communications (emails, phone calls, videos, thank-you notes).
· Implement strategies to retain and upgrade donors through targeted stewardship and appreciation events.
· Support the execution of donor appreciation initiatives to enhance long-term engagement.
*Data, Reporting, and Budget Management*
· Collaborate with data entry staff to ensure data accuracy and integrity in donor records.
· Review donor segmentation before campaign launches to optimize results.
· Analyze donor trends and provide regular reports on campaign performance, donor retention, revenue metrics, and return on investment (ROI).
· Track and report on campaign expenses, ensuring that activities remain within budget and assessing ROI for continuous improvement.
· Identify opportunities for growth based on data insights and donor behavior.
*Collaboration and Special Projects*
· Work with Development Officers to identify opportunities for cross-departmental donor engagement.
· Collaborate with program staff to find impactful stories that resonate with donors.
· Support other fundraising campaigns and initiatives as needed.
*General and Administrative Responsibilities*
· Stay current with annual fundraising trends and technologies.
· Represent Bissell Centre at internal and external events.
· Lead campaign meetings, participate in team meetings, and conduct presentations and agency tours as required
· Participate in safety walks around Bissell Centre?s downtown buildings
*Qualifications*
*Education and Experience*
? Bachelor?s degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or a related field; equ
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LocationEdmonton, AB
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$58,710 to $59,297YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Full time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
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