Development Officer

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, CFRE, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum five years of successful experience with proven track record in campaigns and portfolio specific areas of fundraising preferred.
• Experience working in arts and culture is an asset
• Goal and success oriented
• Strong technical skills (MS Office Suite, fundraising databases (Tessitura preferred) and other tools)
• Excellent customer service skills with proven ability to develop and maintain positive and productive relationships.
• Demonstrated experience and success in building, leading and executing fundraising plans and strategies to deliver on (or exceed) set goals.
• Understand supporter needs and perceptions and ability to adapt to them accordingly to align with organization’s fundraising priorities.
• Outstanding interpersonal, written and oral/presentation communication skills and an ability to work cooperatively with, motivate and influence, a broad range of individuals.
• Demonstrated tact, diplomacy and creativity.
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational, time management and analytical skills, and ability to work under pressure and independently.
• Experienced at multitasking with strong project management skills and a proven ability to manage and balance large workloads, projects and portfolios.

Employment Terms and Benefits

• In accordance with the terms of employment governing Management/PSP employees, this is a salaried, full-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period.
• The salary range for this position is $68,714 to $102,040, based on experience.
• The successful candidate will enjoy twenty paid vacation days and four personal days annually, extended medical and dental benefits, and participation in an employer-matched pension plan.
• Benefits of working at Banff Centre are: Professional development Hybrid work environment (3 days in the office, 2 days remote). A remote work schedule may also be considered. Employee Assistance Program Health care spending account Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff!
• Professional development
• Hybrid work environment (3 days in the office, 2 days remote). A remote work schedule may also be considered.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health care spending account
• Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts
• Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff!

Application Process

• We are accepting applications for the Development Officer position until a suitable candidate is found.
• Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be finalized.
• Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

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