Fundraising Manager
Responsibilities
The Fundraising Manager will partner collaboratively with the President & CEO and the Board of Directors to establish the annual fundraising strategy and budget to achieve annual fundraising goals. This position will champion the fundraising strategy, create special events for donors, and lead team members to run fundraising projects to ensure the organization meets its annual fundraising goals.
Essential Job Functions
Develop and implement the annual fundraising strategy to pursue funding from both prospective and established donors, sponsors, and agencies that are aligned with the organization’s mission.
Partner with the President & CEO and the Board of Directors to prepare the annual income and expenditure fundraising budgets for approval.
Report on the performance and budget of fundraising activities to the President & CEO and the Board of Directors.
Lead members of the fundraising team and committee to brainstorm, develop and implement creative strategies to attract sponsorship, using traditional and non-traditional methods.
Engage the fundraising team and committee to stay apprised of current market trends, in addition to sourcing information, statistics, and trends to aid in fundraising efforts.
Build and project manage plans for major fundraising programs or campaigns (e.g. special events).
Research potential campaign donors to gain insights into their needs and donation habits to understand how to appropriately relay a compelling story to them on behalf of the organization.
Research and pursue major fundraising opportunities with an emphasis on government, foundation, and/or corporate giving.
Develop and nurture relationships with new and existing major donors that support the cause.
Review letters of intent and grant proposals produced by Grant Writers to major donors.
Enable the fundraising strategy with the Social Media Coordinator by using social media and other technology platforms to maximize fundraising donations and activities.
Manage volunteers for the fundraising projects, with support from the Volunteer Coordinator.
Ensure Fundraising volunteers possess the appropriate skills and competencies to meet fundraising objectives, and partner with the Volunteer Coordinator to train them.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Demonstrated leadership skills with leading and coaching teams to successful outcomes, with a strong preference to fundraising, grant writing, or related development experience.
Strong networking and communication skills to establish private and professional networks that recognize the advantages to investing in the organization and its mission.
Ability and confidence in telling a compelling story about the organization that others believe in.
Self-starter, who is motivated by achieving fundraising goals for the organization.
Strong work ethic and passionate commitment to advancing the mission of the organization.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with other team members to achieve desired outcomes that support the mission of the organization.
Friendly, professional demeanor and considered approachable by others they interact with.
Strong organizational and process-driven skills, with an excellent follow-through on actions.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
Minimum Qualifications
3-5 years demonstrated work or volunteer experience in securing funding from private, foundation, and/or corporate donors.
Experience running fundraising campaigns and projects within Canada.
Experience working with non-profit organizations is considered an asset.
Bringing a network of potential collaborators considered an asset.
Passionate interest in theatre and education of the fine arts in the Calgary community.
Legally entitled to volunteer in Canada, with the ability to meet any volunteer screening requirements (e.g. criminal check, including a vulnerable sector verification).
Class 5 driver’s license considered an asset.
Working Conditions
Virtual opportunity that supports providing individuals with flexibility in their schedule.
Working directly with members of the arts community, with the opportunity to meet new people and give back to the charitable sector.
As event dates approach, your time commitment and in-person availability will increase, and on the event day your leadership will be required to pull final details together.