- Location : Canada – Remote
Parkinson Canada is the definitive voice for the Parkinson’s community in Canada. Our purpose is to transform the lives of people living with Parkinson’s. We do this through research leading to better treatments and the end of Parkinson’s, advocacy bringing the voices of Parkinson’s to the forefront and support that helps people live well with Parkinson’s through education and services.
A national registered charity, Parkinson Canada operates through the generosity of donors and is an accredited organization under the Imagine Canada Standards Program.
As a Parkinson Canada Employee, we believe in being:
- Bold by embracing new ideas and confidently taking action.
- Compassionate by striving always to walk in the shoes of those we serve.
- Collaborative by working cooperatively with all stakeholders so that together we can achieve more.
- Trustworthy by keeping our word and always doing what we promise.
Why Join Parkinson Canada
Parkinson’s affects more than 110,000 people in Canada, and we know that everyone’s journey is different. While there is currently no cure, at Parkinson Canada, we’re inspired by our community every day. Our vision is a world where no one is limited by Parkinson’s. And through our work, we empower and inspire people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners to thrive and live courageously.
Moving forward, with purpose, alongside our community, partners and experts, we will transform the lives of people affected by Parkinson’s in Canada. If you are passionate about making a difference, join us.
Perks and Benefits
In addition to competitive salary and a remote work arrangement, we offer generous benefits including:
- Generous paid vacation time & float days
- Flex-time
- Remote & In-person work opportunities
- Summer Hours: Half days every Friday between Canada Day and Labour Day
- Paid Holiday Closures
- Half days the Friday before a statutory holiday Monday
About the role
Job Overview
The Manager, Major Gifts is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors and prospects (individuals, corporations, and foundations) at the $10,000+ level. This includes the development of customized strategies, proposals, and plans to cultivate the interest and involvement of donors and prospects capable of making gifts at this level. The incumbent will directly manage a portfolio of prospects and donors and provide guidance and support to the team in order to achieve organization-wide and departmental goals.
Please note: this role is a full time, one (1) year contract opportunity.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Qualify donors through individual meetings.
- Create individual strategies for each qualified donor based on best practices and research.
- Execute the donor strategy, including but not limited to engagement activities, cultivation, and solicitation.
- Develop meaningful stewardship strategies for current donors, including their re-entry into the donor cycle.
- Work with leadership and program staff to secure project information for creating donor proposals and reporting to donors on how their giving made a difference.
- Facilitate all donor and prospect solicitation materials and correspondence as required by donor strategies.
- Collaborate with the Director, Philanthropy on ongoing monitoring and reporting of targets and goals.
- Participate in all team activities, such as sharing knowledge and best practises, collaborating on donor approaches, etc.
- Ensure that appropriate donor recognition, acknowledgement, and stewardship programs are in place.
- Ensure all activity is tracked in CRM (Raiser’s Edge)
What is needed to succeed in this role
Qualifications
- A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in fundraising programs with a focus on major gifts through individual donations, sponsorships and corporate relations.
- Broad knowledge of the principles of fundraising and ability to participate in all aspects of the gift cycle
- Knowledge of significant developments and trends in major gift fundraising and philanthropy
- Clear understanding of CRA and taxation regulations that impact charitable giving, personal assets and estates, gifts of stock, etc.
- University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
- A seasoned relationship builder with a demonstrated track record soliciting and closing gifts $10,000+ and demonstrated ability to drive and achieve financial targets
- Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
- A superior listener with excellent verbal communication and exceptional writing abilities to translate often complex and technical information into compelling language geared toward major and planned giving donors
- Strong team player with the ability to work proactively and manage competing priorities within tight deadlines and with minimal supervision
- A strategic thinker and problem solver with sound organizational and analytical skills
- Detail oriented with strong technical and analytical skills to maintain accurate donor records and information within the CRM (working knowledge of Raiser’s Edge is an asset)