Current Opportunities

Position Summary

The Development Officer, Major Gifts is responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors. This role focuses on securing transformational gifts ($2,500+) that support the Foundation’s fundraising goals. Successful candidate will work closely with Foundation leadership, and other members of the Foundation team to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors with the capacity to make significant gifts to support our mission and priorities, with a strong focus on our local Asian community.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising and Donor Engagement:

• Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, typically 150 individuals, foundations, and corporations.
• Cultivate relationships with potential and current major donors to identify giving opportunities aligned with the Foundation’s priorities.
• Develop and execute strategies for the solicitation of major gifts, including face-to-face solicitations, ensuring donors feel valued and engaged throughout the process.
• Secure major gifts in alignment with the Foundation’s annual and capital campaign goals.
• In the course of developing major gift prospects and stewarding donors, identify opportunities for the Annual Giving and Special Events portfolios.
• Collaborate with Foundation leadership to develop and manage the major gifts and donor recognition budget.

Strategic Planning and Collaboration:

• Collaborate with senior leadership to understand the organization’s priorities and translate these into fundraising strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the development team, marketing, and communications to create compelling cases and creative for support and targeted fundraising initiatives.
• Collaborate with data entry personnel to ensure accurate recording while keeping precise and up-to-date constituent records within our donor management software.

Donor Stewardship and Retention:

• Oversee personalized stewardship strategies for major donors, ensuring ongoing engagement and recognition of their contributions.
• Ensure that donors are appropriately thanked and kept informed about the impact of their gifts in a timely manner.
• Prepare regular reports on the progress of major gift fundraising efforts demonstrating meeting and, wherever possible, exceeding revenue goals and KPI’s.

Events and Outreach:

• Represent the Foundation at donor and community events, networking opportunities, and other occasions to engage prospective and current donors, inclusive of public speaking opportunities.
• Organize and participate in donor recognition and stewardship events and special initiatives that build donor loyalty.
• Availability for evening and weekend tasks as required.

Related Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or certifications in nonprofit management or related fields preferred, and a minimum of five (5) years of fundraising experience, with a demonstrated track record of success in securing major gifts ($2,500+).
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, donor cultivation, and stewardship practices.
• Experience working in a health care setting or with health care-related organizations is preferred, but not required.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling cases for support and engage high-level donors.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, staff, volunteers, and community members.
• Driven, self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work independently while also being a collaborative team member.
• Proficiency with donor management software (Raiser’s Edge, preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• An understanding of, and competency in Asian cultures and language is required.

Personal Attributes:

• Passion for health care and the mission of Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with an ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity, with a deep understanding of confidentiality and stewardship in fundraising.

Compensation

Salary range for the position is $72,000 – $85,000, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package, initial entitlement of three (3) weeks of paid vacation, a Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), and professional development opportunities, while working with an enthusiastic and dynamic team.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to Kristina Chung, Executive Director, at kristina@erhf.ca. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

At Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation, we believe in, and promote a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace culture to empower and create opportunities for all. We welcome and encourage people of all backgrounds, nationalities, gender identities, sexual orientation, religion, and beliefs to apply.