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Development Coordinator, Major Gifts
Development Coordinator, Major GiftsBC Cancer Foundation • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Development Coordinator, Major Gifts

Development Coordinator, Major Gifts

BC Cancer Foundation • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
16 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

The BC Cancer Foundation is at the forefront of a transformative era in cancer research and care.

As the fundraising partner of BC Cancer, we are driving bold initiatives that inspire hope and save lives. Cancer is the largest health challenge globally, and we are mobilizing communities, partners and collaborators across British Columbia to accelerate wild-impact solutions.

With a team of over 90 staff across five sites, more than $110 million in annual revenue, and a donor base of over 80,000, we are one of the province’s largest non-profit organizations. We have a purpose-driven, high-performing culture – fuelled by talent, data and technology to accelerate progress and shape the future of cancer care.

We are a  passionate, professional and positive  team committed to advancing cancer research and supporting patients and families throughout their journey.

About the Opportunity :

This role works closely with and supports the Major Gifts fundraising teams in Vancouver and contributes to support the Foundation in reaching its fundraising goals.

Reporting to the Director, Development , responsibilities include :

  • Provide administrative support to the Director, Development and other senior fundraising individuals
  • Support major gift fundraising activity, including the preparation of briefing notes, gift agreement documentation, input on strategy where possible, and guiding donor cultivation and stewardship activities
  • Coordinate and book internal and external meetings, ensuring appropriate arrangements, including booking meeting facilities, and ensuring all logistics are carried out for meetings, such as taking minutes and preparing agendas as required
  • Draft correspondence and prepare or coordinate the preparation of various reports and briefings as required
  • Enter, maintain, and query information related to donors, using the Foundation’s customer relationship management system, Raiser’s Edge
  • Prepare expense claims forms and verify monthly credit card and other charges for payment authorization
  • Maintain current filing systems, as needed
  • Plan and coordinate the implementation of assigned projects
  • Provide cross-departmental support and coverage as needed

Qualifications

  • Experience in administration, preferably working within fundraising, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
  • A willingness to work beyond core work hours, as the occasional evening may be required
  • Core knowledge + skills :

  • Displays compassion, sensitivity, confidentiality and mature judgment skills
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with the public, donors, prospective donors, professional advisors and all levels of staff and volunteers
  • Strong organization and problem-solving skills, with proven ability to be resourceful and creative
  • Demonstrated organizational, time management and project coordination skills with a proven ability to meet multiple deadlines under pressure with frequent interruptions
  • Sound interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a dynamic team setting and be considered a team player
  • Ability to work with a varied group of stakeholders and interact with donors using tact, diplomacy and discretion
  • Foster an environment that ensures donors have a meaningful experience
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative, when required
  • Strong data analysis and proof-reading skills, attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proven researching skills using a variety of sources and strategies
  • Computer skills : demonstrated advanced competence in computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel and Outlook) and intermediate experience with Raiser’s Edge or another customer relationship management system
  • Uphold and contribute to BCCF’s values of Professional, Passionate, and Positivity
  • Salary Range : $50,000 - $61,000

    What we offer :

  • 4 weeks’ vacation plus office closure between Christmas Eve and New Years, as well as half days office closures before each statutory holiday
  • Comprehensive benefit package including coverage for health, dental, vision and various paramedical services, plus participation in the Employee & Family Assistance Program
  • Participation in the Municipal Pension Plan
  • BC Cancer Foundation is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity & inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national or Indigenous origin, family or marital status, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation or socio-economic status.

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