Senior Development Officer

Accountabilities:

• • Lead the Individual, Corporate, and Foundation Giving portfolios through strategic relationship management, prospecting, cultivation, solicitation, reporting, and stewardship.
  • Build and maintain meaningful relationships with donors, prospects, corporate sponsors, foundations, Board members, and other key stakeholders.
  • Develop and execute two annual digital fundraising campaigns, including campaign planning, communications, donor engagement, and performance follow-up.
  • Lead donor communications, gift processing and acknowledgment, recognition initiatives, stewardship activities, and donor-facing events.
  • Manage planned giving activities, including estate and bequest administration, prospect identification, relationship development, and planned giving marketing initiatives.
  • Develop and coordinate compelling proposals, donor reports, event/project reports, and other fundraising communications.
  • Ensure corporate sponsorship commitments and contractual obligations are fulfilled accurately and on time.
  • Conduct prospect research and identify opportunities to grow and diversify philanthropic support.
  • Maintain accurate donor information and use CRM systems and other tools to support effective relationship management and reporting.
  • Provide supervision, mentorship, advice, and direction to the Development Coordinator, helping strengthen skills, accountability, and overall team effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with the Development Director and broader team to align fundraising priorities with organizational strategy and impact.
  • Manage development projects from initiation through delivery, balancing multiple priorities, deadlines, stakeholders, and feedback channels.
  • Contribute to recognition and stewardship strategies that strengthen donor loyalty and long-term engagement.

  Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in business, marketing, communications, education, educational technology, or a related discipline is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
  • 4–5 years of fundraising experience across individual giving, donor relations, philanthropy, sponsorship, planned giving, events, or related development functions, with a demonstrated record of success in relationship management, reporting, stewardship, and donor/client engagement.
  • Previous experience working in a senior development or comparable fundraising role.
  • Familiarity with the 2SLGBTQI community and related human rights issues, with a genuine commitment to advancing equality and social justice.
  • Experience in a nonprofit, 2SLGBTQI, social justice, or similarly mission-driven environment is strongly valued.
  • Understanding of intersectionality and demonstrated commitment to working within an anti-oppression and anti-racism framework.
  • Strong writing and editing abilities, with the capacity to create persuasive fundraising communications, proposals, reports, and donor correspondence.
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work effectively with donors, prospects, senior leaders, Board members, consultants, and colleagues.
  • Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage projects from initiation through completion.
  • Proven ability to prioritize competing demands, work independently with minimal supervision, meet time-sensitive deadlines, and remain effective under pressure.
  • Strong attention to detail and a high standard of quality across donor records, communications, reports, and administrative processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, motivate, and support colleagues while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
  • Experience with CRM software is an asset, along with proficiency in common productivity tools such as Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
  • Strong judgment, adaptability, conflict-resolution skills, and the ability to respond constructively to changing priorities and feedback.
  • Lived experience as a member of the 2SLGBTQI community is an asset.
  • Bilingual English/French capabilities are an asset.
  • A valid driver’s license is an asset.
  • Ability and willingness to work flexibly, including occasional alternative hours when required by events, campaigns, or organizational priorities.

  Benefits

  • Opportunity to contribute directly to fundraising initiatives supporting 2SLGBTQI equality, human rights, and social justice.
  • Meaningful senior-level responsibility across individual, corporate, and foundation giving.
  • Opportunity to build and strengthen long-term relationships with donors, foundations, corporate partners, and community stakeholders.
  • Leadership and mentorship responsibilities, including supervision and development of a Development Coordinator.
  • A collaborative, mission-driven environment where diverse perspectives and lived experiences are valued.
  • Opportunities to work closely with senior leadership, Board members, donors, and external partners.
  • Flexible working environment that accommodates changing priorities and the needs of fundraising campaigns and events.
  • Professional growth opportunities through exposure to strategic fundraising, planned giving, sponsorship, digital campaigns, and donor stewardship.
  • Commitment to an inclusive, anti-oppressive, and anti-racist workplace culture.
  • Opportunities to help shape fundraising strategies and contribute to long-term organizational sustainability.