Job Description

Development Officer, BC & Yukon

Are you a collaborative and driven fundraiser who would like to contribute your skills and talents to an inspiring mission of funding research into cures and to improve the lives of people with type 1 diabetes (T1D)?

Our BC & Yukon regional team is searching for a new member to support fundraising programs and events in the region. You would have the opportunity to have a diverse fundraising portfolio with events (peer-to-peer), major gifts, corporate and foundation, and mid-level donors. The Development Officer role is ideal for someone who is looking to grow their fundraising experience in a collaborative, supportive and goal-oriented environment.

Here\xe2\x80\x99s what your primary responsibilities would be:

• Achieve and exceed fundraising targets for peer-to-peer fundraising events through inspiring, motivating, and stewarding a portfolio of fundraisers and volunteers
• Balance prospecting and new account recruitment with key account stewardship and development and grow and manage a portfolio of donors and prospects through the development of cultivation and solicitation plans to close mid-level gifts and major gifts
• Implement best practices in peer-to-peer fundraising to increase participation and event revenue
• Work closely with assigned volunteer event committees and provide support tools and communicate progress on event fundraising
• Identify and develop strategic key account volunteers to optimize event participation
• Build meaningful connections with donors and volunteers that result in new and diverse revenue streams (i.e. mid-level and major gifts, planned giving, corporate partnerships) that further JDRF\xe2\x80\x99s mission
• Utilize CRM database and systems to manage relationships and accurately record interactions
• Collaborate closely with the corporate engagement and event operations teams to achieve the overall event objective
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of JDRF\xe2\x80\x99s mission and research strategy

Here\xe2\x80\x99s what we\xe2\x80\x99re looking for:

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• 1-2 years of progressive fundraising experience and a University or College degree in Business Management, Fundraising, or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working on peer-to-peer fundraising events
• Strong written and oral communication skills to successfully interact with external stakeholders and staff within the organization
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, CRM databases, peer-to-peer/online fundraising software an asset

Working Style and other Attributes

• Team player that has the ability to interface with all levels of staff and volunteers.
• Capable of leveraging relationships and negotiating agreements
• High level of comfort communicating complex information (e.g. JDRF research, goals, etc.) to a wide range of audiences, from high-net worth individuals to corporate
• Ability to proactively monitor and adjust activities to respond to changing circumstances and priorities to meet goals, proactively address issues as they arise and mitigate risks associated to events
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, personable and service-oriented
• Ability to work within a tight timeline and prioritize in a fast-paced dynamic environment

Other position requirements to note:

• Some flexibility to travel throughout the region (15%) and to attend evening and weekend events; valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license preferred

Location Preference: This will be a remote/work-from-home position but to best support the needs of the region, the incumbent should be located in Lower Mainland BC or Vancouver Island

Application Deadline: Please submit your resume through our careers website by July 11, 2023

About JDRF

JDRF is the largest non-profit organization in the world that is exclusively focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D). At JDRF, we realize that a cure is not just a destination but a journey. Our goal is to progressively remove the impact of type 1 diabetes (T1D) from people\xe2\x80\x99s lives and funding research into cures is our #1 priority. While we wait for cures, we also fund ground-breaking research that seeks to improve the lives of people with T1D.

JDRF Canada has a company culture rooted in our Core Values of Respect, Understanding and Integrity; Perseverance; Collaboration; Risk Taking and Entrepreneurship; and Efficiency, Effectiveness and Accountability \xe2\x80\x93 if our core values are exemplified in the way that you work, we might be a great fit for each other.

Here\xe2\x80\x99s a few details about what JDRF employees receive:

• Remote-first: Our employees love the convenience and flexibility of working remotely, so all JDRF positions are work from home (within Canada).
• Health and Wellness Benefits: Benefits to support your physical and mental health \xe2\x80\x93 this includes Manulife group benefits, Maple virtual health care, Not Myself Today to support mentally healthy workplaces and generous paid sick time.
• Professional Development: We want JDRF employees to grow within their roles and have a career at JDRF, so we practice Career Development Planning and have a budget for paid development opportunities for each employee.
• Other benefits include: Group RRSP Matching Program, winter holiday office closures, flex weeks in the summer and more!

Benefits listed above for regular full-time employees. Not all benefits may be available to part-time or temporary employees.

Recruitment Process: We may review applications as they are received and this position will remain posted until it is filled. Our recruitment process typically includes an initial introductory phone call with an HR team member, and up to two video interviews over MS Teams with the hiring manager and other members of the team. Some positions may require a skills-based evaluation to be completed as a part of the recruitment process. We thank all those applicants that apply, but please note only those selected for an introductory phone call will be contacted after their application is submitted.

JDRF strives to foster a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community it serves and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. JDRF is also committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free selection process and work environment. Please advise if you require any accommodation measures to ensure you will be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality.

In line with our commitment to employee health, safety and well-being, we require all JDRF employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

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