Development Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled, incredibly organized, and experienced Development Manager who is enthusiastic, thoughtful, thorough, and committed to excellence. The successful candidate will work closely with and report to the Executive Director.
DescriptionPosition Purpose:In this role, you will be responsible for RESET’s Annual Fund Development program, including overseeing the implementation of a strategic approach to fundraising. This includes major gifts, corporate donations, grant solicitation, in-kind resources, special events, annual conferences, volunteer management, as well as cohesive, comprehensive messaging across all organizational communications channels and media, and establishing and sustaining constructive community partnerships and collaborative networks to further RESET Society's mission, vision and programming goals.
Founded in 1989, RESET Society of Calgary is an award-winning registered charity that provides a comprehensive, recovery-oriented program for women and girls as young as 16 seeking an exit from sexual exploitation. The EXploitation Intervention & Transition (EXIT) Program provides relationship-based, individualized programs that include supported housing, a recovery-oriented life-skills classroom, educational support, employment training and work experience and community support.
VisionFor sexually exploited women and girls to know there is a way out.
MissionTo provide comprehensive individualized support and safe housing to women and girls age 16 and over exiting sexual exploitation and sex trafficking so that they may transform their lives.
REPORTS TO:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Who are you?
You have a demonstrated track recordin providing strategic direction and successful implementation of Fund Development programs. You have exceptional writing skills for direct mail and donor-centric communications.
You are a subject matter expert who stays on top of the latest fundraising trends and innovative practices.
You have superior knowledge of utilizing fundraising databases to optimize segmentation, coding, and general donor management.
You enjoy autonomy and can work both independently and as part of a team.
You are creative, considerate and collaborative, with a passion for driving results.
You are known for thriving in a fast-paced environment with deadlines, and possess excellent organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple portfolios in a timely and efficient manner
You are solution-oriented, proactive and demonstrate initiative.
What you will do:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Resource Development
Support RESET’s Executive Director and Board of Directors in defining a strategic approach to fundraising and resource development that best supports programming directives linked to, and guided by, the goals, mission, vision, and principles of RESET.
Creatively and analytically develop a Fund Development strategy, which includes private and corporate giving, sponsorships, employee giving programs, gift-in-kind strategies, internal and external processes and policies, monthly giving, annual giving campaign, planned giving, annual Development plan, and budget.
Create proposals and case statements for submission to funding RFP’s.
Prepare written/data progress reports and other communication materials for all stakeholders as required (RESET Management, Board, funders, potential funders, donors).
Accountability for building major gift donors’ support through identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual, corporate and foundation partnerships.
Manage employees, volunteers, and provide job coaching to work experience trainees.
Maintain donor database (e-Tapestry), prepare accurate receipting for donors that meet CRA requirements, and keep accurate records for financial audits.
Oversee filing system;
hard copy and electronic copies of tax receipts, donations not requiring tax receipts, historical items/projects, inventory, CanadaHelps gifts.
Perform all duties in an ethical manner, and will follow the Association of Fundraising Professionals Code of Ethical Principles and Standards.
Event Management
Provide leadership in the development, organization, administration, and management of donor recognition events, special events, fundraising activities (RESET organized and third party), including keeping pre- and post-event details. Events include but are not limited to: Annual Book Sale, Anniversary Celebration, annual Christmas Campaign including Adopt-A-Family and Food Hampers, Community Events, etc. Note: This will include evening and weekend work on occasion.
Administer Data Management Systems.
Manage portfolio of sponsors and prospective sponsors and in-kind donors.
Recruit, screen, orient and train volunteers according to RESET policy
Volunteer recognition, including special recognition, celebrations and awards.
Complete volunteer and event paperwork.
Communications/Marketing
Work collaboratively with the Communications Specialist to manage RESET communications channels, including Social Media, eNewsletter and Website content management to ensure compliance with the RESET language standardization guide and key messaging, and apply gender, familial status, program-relevant, and cultural sensitivity lenses to support all public awareness, fundraising and programming goals and collateral, as well as clearly defining and conveying the RESET mission and vision.
Project management, creation and distribution of identified effective RESET communications collateral (Annual Report, Exitus, Brochures, Leaflets and Presentations).
Act as a representative/point of contact for RESET, attend speaking engagements, and engage media on fundraising activities.
Develop presentations/identifies presentation opportunities to enhance community awareness and engagement.
Support the strategic planning and execution of RESET events to increase awareness of RESET services and client issues, cultivate donors, and enhance the profile of the agency as a leader within its field.
Establish/support/develop/maintain connections with Calgary-based provincial, national and international organizations, stakeholders, as well as local, provincial and national political leaders to advance policy proposals, advocacy efforts and awareness of RESET organizational goals and identified client needs.
Ensure all personal information use, collection, disclosure and storage complies with relevant legislation and ethical standards.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
University degree or relevant post–secondary education
Minimum of 3-5 years progressive fundraising experience, preferably in a non-profit organization
Current membership in the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP);
CFRE or similar professional designation would be an asset
Knowledge of a broad range of successful fund development techniques, strategies, and systems
Expertise in direct mail and digital marketing strategies.
Demonstrated track record in gift cultivation and solicitation activity
Intermediate to advanced experience using a donor management database;
experience using eTapestry is an asset
Experience with event management and volunteer coordination
Strong communication skills and well-developed interpersonal skills to work with a broad range of donors, professional advisors, board members, volunteers, and staff
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands with a very strong attention to detail and logistics
Solid understanding of budgets and financial reporting
Strong level of professionalism and maturity
First Aid with CPR and Police Check for Vulnerable Sectors is required;
and
Minimum Class 5 License required with a driver's abstract showing a clean driving record with a minimum of 3 years uninterrupted insurance history.
A strong commitment to the mission of RESET
This position requires a posture of Servant Leadership, compassion and understanding toward the clientele we serve, and a demonstrated commitment to the positive development of the RESET team and community.
Position available immediately. Competition will close when we find a suitable candidate. RESET Society offers a dynamic and flexible work environment with an attractive benefits package.
We appreciate all applicants but will contact only those shortlisted for interviews.
The position will remain open until we find a suitable candidate.
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