Fund Development Officer

About APC

Creating the future vision for one of Winnipeg’s most prized treasures, Assiniboine Park Conservancy (APC) is the not-for-profit organization that oversees Assiniboine Park’s operations and ensures its ongoing redevelopment and financial viability. Our team is inspired to create and deliver extraordinary experiences for the people who visit and use the Park and Zoo including building friendly, supportive, effective relationships with stakeholders, community and the general public.

Your Role:

The Fund Development Officer is a key member of APC’s Resource Development Team with responsibility to support revenue growth and sustainability with a focus on leading the development and execution of innovative relationship based fundraising initiatives that will inspire and reinforce donor engagement. Reporting to the Senior Director, Fund Development, this role requires a creative and strategic thinker who is capable of leading public-facing donor fundraising campaigns and initiatives.

The Fund Development Officer will develop, manage, and execute APC’s planned giving program as well as lead mid-level giving solicitations including Park Champions, monthly giving, APC family campaign and all elements of account management including prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. Working in collaboration with members of the Resource Development Team the Officer will also participate in grant and event management as required.

Qualifications:

• 3 – 5 years of progressive experience working in a fundraising or non-profit environment with demonstrated success in event management, grant writing, donor cultivation and individual giving. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Detail orientated with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, strong ability to multitask with a fast paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proven experience working with volunteers and volunteer committees.
• Broad understanding of fundraising principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team while also comfortable taking initiative and moving projects forward with minimal supervision.
• Membership in the Association of Fundraising Professionals and/or Canadian Association of Gift Planner is considered an asset.
• Experience with Grant writing considered an asset.
• Experience with Event Planning considered an asset.
• Experience working with Raiser’s Edge and InDesign is considered an asset.
• Possession of a valid Manitoba Driver’s License.

What we have to offer:

• Comprehensive Health and Dental Plan
• Participation in APC's Group RRSP plan with 6% employer contribution
• Minimum of three (3) weeks paid vacation annually
• Paid wellness, sick leave and long term disability plan
• Employee Assistance Plan
• An Inclusive work environment

APC is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous people, underrepresented community members, and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Successful candidates may be subject to Criminal Record and Credit Checks.

How to apply: All interested applicants can submit their résumé and cover letter stating their salary expectations on our career website https://www.assiniboinepark.ca/careers