Canada: Alumni and Donor Relations Officer
Are you a fundraiser looking for your next challenge?
Crossroads International has an exciting opportunity for a bilingual (E/F) Alumni and Donor Relations Officer to join its resource development team in the dynamic field of international development.
The Alumni and Donor Relations Officer develops and implements the donor and alumni engagement program. A tech savvy, highly organized self-started, the Officer is an effective communicator focused on building supportive relationships with volunteers and donors. With the support of the Director External Relations, s/he manages all aspects of the alumni and donor relations annual program including: acquisition, direct mail, telefundraising, online peer to peer campaigns, alumni and donor recognition and engagement strategies including events. With superior skills in database management, you will also manage the constituent database (Raiser’s Edge) and supervise a part-time resource development assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Post secondary degree (BA) with formal fund raising qualifications or equivalent experienceBilingual: verbal and written fluency (English/French)Three years experience in fundraisingDemonstrated experience coordinating annual fund programs including direct mail, online fundraising, donor recognition and stewardshipExcellent verbal and written skills in English and high proficiency in FrenchProficiency in Raiser’s EdgeSuperb organizational, analytical skills and exceptional attention to detailRespect high level of confidentialityHigh degree of computer literacy with experience in social media, design and web software an asset (InDesign Photoshop, HTML, etc.)Strong data entry skills
Position Type: Full time contract to March 2014 with possibility of renewal
Salary: $45,247 - $54,296
Location: Toronto
Crossroads International — one of Canada’s foremost international co-operation organizations — has been fighting inequality for more than 50 years. We do this by bringing people together in common cause, to create lasting solutions to overcome poverty and advance women’s rights.
Crossroads works in some of the world’s poorest nations in Southern Africa, West Africa and South America. Crossroads supports women, youth and the rural poor, who are often marginalized in the economy and left out of the decisions that affect their lives. We work as equals with local partner organizations to create decent jobs and to empower women to become leaders and live free from violence.
Crossroads is committed to principles and values of access and equity. We encourage applications from people of colour, people with disabilities, and people from aboriginal and/or other marginalized communities.
All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The posting will remain active until filled. The first round of selection will take place in Toronto the week of October 11. Please submit your résumé and cover letter asap by e-mail to rh_hr@cintl.org and be sure to include Alumni and Donor Relations Officer in the subject line.
