Development Coordinator

Ihre Aufgaben

Ballet BC is seeking a passionate development professional to join our dynamic fundraising department. This role reports to the Director of Development and supports all development initiatives. As a central member of the Development team you're involved in all Development activities from special events and sponsorship to donor communications and grant applications.

About Ballet BC

Ballet BC is a world leader in innovative contemporary dance. The company is at an exciting turning point, having moved into a new home in the bustling art hub of Granville Island. This move has allowed us to introduce a slate of new programming. Join a small, dynamic and collaborative team to support the company's ongoing pursuit of artistic excellence.,

• Work closely with Ballet BC senior leadership to implement strategies to grow engagement and proceeds

• Manage donor database to ensure the most accurate and up to date information is available

• Manage donor stewardship, including communications, appropriate thanks yous and donor meetings with senior management

• Maintain donor portfolios to support cultivation and solicitation of major donors by senior leadership

• Create and distribute printed fundraising collateral in collaboration with the marketing department

• Write and execute development-related email marketing campaigns in collaboration with the marketing department

• Support the planning and implementation of Ballet BC's annual gala and other donor cultivation and stewardship events by overseeing invitations, RSVPs, event planning, implementation and follow-up

• Responsible for tax receipts and ensuring accurate financial reporting related to donations in collaboration with the finance department

• Identify opportunities to improve the donor experience

Ihr Profil

• 3-5 years fundraising / development experience in a Canadian non-profit environment

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, or equivalent experience

• Proven ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment, demonstrating a positive and constructive approach to work

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with donor database software such as Patron Manager, Raiser's Edge or equivalent

• Experience with email marketing platforms such as Constant Contact or Mailchimp

• Flexibility and tolerance for a fast-paced environment that is responsive to stakeholders

• Experience working with annual campaigns

• Experience writing grant applications

• Knowledge of Vancouver philanthropic community preferred

• CFRE certification is an asset

• The ability to lift 40+ pounds

• Passion for dance and the cultural sector is an asset

The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post. All members of staff are required to be professional, co-operative and flexible in line with the needs of the company.

Kontakt

Please send your resume and cover letter by 5pm on October 23, 2023 via email to recruitment@balletbc.com.