Development Manager, Major Gifts – Make-A-Wish Foundation

Title of the Job: Development Manager, Major Gifts

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: “The best prescription I’ve ever given is a wish.”-Dr. Jeremy Friedman, Associate Paediatrician-in-Chief, SickKids Hospital & Medical Advisor for Make-A-Wish® CanadaWHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST WISH?Is it to be part of an organization that is child-focused, values employee experience and is an inspiring workplace? If so, Make-A-Wish is for you!Make-A-Wish^® Canada creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We are on a quest to bring every eligible child’s wish to life because a wish is an integral part of a child’s treatment journey. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness.“It’s been wonderful to have this wish to look forward to… It’s wonderful to see (Rowan) with something that brings him pure joy after all he’s been through and missed out on!”–Melissa, mom to wish kid Rowan (age 5, leukemia), who wished for an indoor jungle gym.MISSION, VISION AND VALUESOur mission is, together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illness. Supported by our vision to grant the wish of every eligible child.Our values are Child-Focused, Integrity, Impact, Innovation, and Community.WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Meaningful opportunities to make an impact and change the lives of children with critical illnesses within your community and across Canada
• A collaborative team environment where you feel valued and inspired
• An attractive compensation package that includes group health and dental premiums which are fully covered by the Foundation, RRSP, & Wish paid hours
• Annual vacation starting at three weeks & additional paid leaves
• Work/life balance and flexibility
• Hybrid working environment
• Employee Wellness Program
• Corporate discounts
• Continuous learning, development and internal training opportunities
• Fun employee activities, contests, and more!

Make-A-Wish^® Canada is committed to fostering a culture that aims to change lives while offering a rewarding employment experience where your contributions make a true difference every day!WHERE YOU COME INWe are looking for a Manager, Development – Major Gifts to join our team at Make-A-Wish Canada. Reporting to the Chapter Director, you will be accountable for developing and executing fundraising strategies and providing expertise to coordinate fundraising activities for the province/region, with a focus on Major Gifts. This role will be responsible for securing, managing and growing a diverse portfolio of major gifts across Ontario.This role can be based in Toronto or Pickering and is a full-time, permanent, hybrid position.WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Work in collaboration with direct supervisor to develop and execute short-term and long-term development goals, ensuring increased revenue year-over-year focusing on Major Gifts and Foundations.
• Responsible for managing the logistics and execution of our Major Gifts Program in Ontario.
• Strengthen and expand revenue development opportunities with existing donors through cultivation and implementation of strategies.
• Prospect research to identify and recruit new Major Gift donors and develop customized stewardship strategies.
• Collaborate with national and regional staff as appropriate in fulfilling the mission, strategy and goals of MAWC.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of all fundraising initiatives.
• Utilize strong Salesforce knowledge to input and track donor activities, reporting.
• Utilize strong prospect research skills and programs.
• Act as an ambassador and spokesperson for the Foundation, specifically when communicating with donors and other stakeholders.
• Continuously works to increase awareness of MAWC through all contacts and business interactions through relationships, marketing, and promotion.
• Adhere to Imagine Canada’s Ethical Code.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Post-secondary education in Nonprofit Management, Research, Business, Communications, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in grant writing, foundation relations, or fundraising within a nonprofit organization.
• Proven track record of securing significant grant funding from foundations and other granting organizations.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills, with the ability to create persuasive and compelling narratives.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders, including donors, senior volunteers and internal stakeholders.
• Highly organized, with strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong proficiency in Salesforce or equivalent CRM systems.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint).
• Access to reliable transportation to and from the office, for onsite visits and meetings with sponsors, donors, and the community, as well as for events.
• A clear criminal background check will be required.

YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Hybrid work environment (2 days in-office, 3 days remote per week) with occasional requirement to work outside of traditional office hours. Primary responsibilities are carried out in the local office and remotely, however, you may occasionally be required to be out of the office for visits with sponsors and donors, and for other site visits and attending events in the community.
• Occasional day and/or overnight travel.

Physical/Mental Effort

• Work under pressure of tight deadlines, with a high-volume workload, and with multiple demands & changing priorities.

How to applyIf everything you’ve read so far sounds like you, we encourage you to apply now! The deadline to apply is October 20^th, 2024, at 11:59pm ET.To apply, please navigate to: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-CA/makeawishca/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/673Make-A-Wish Canada provides equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Reasonable accommodations due to disability are available on request at any stage of the hiring process.Our Commitment to IDEAMake-A-Wish Canada (MAWC) is committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). We believe that it is essential to our mission that we build a diverse, balanced, and vibrant workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and seek to serve. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, to still apply.Recruitment processOur recruitment process is swift in pace. Once applications are reviewed, we will contact our shortlisted candidates. Our typical process includes a phone screen, one or two interviews, and reference checking, followed by an offer and a criminal background check for the successful candidate.We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in working with us!ABOUT MAKE-A-WISH® CANADASince 1983, Make-A-Wish Canada has granted over 38,500 wishes across the country, over 1,000 last year alone. As an independently operating affiliate of Make-A-Wish International, Make-A-Wish Canada is part of the network of the world’s leading children’s wish-granting organization. We serve children in every community in Canada, and in more than 50 countries worldwide.JOIN OUR ONLINE COMMUNITYFor more information on how you can support Make-A-Wish^® Canada or get involved please visit our website at makeawish.ca.

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