Development Officer Ontario

Taking care of our environment has never been more important than it is today. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is looking for a Development Officer Ontario to join a team committed to protecting our most important natural areas and the plants and animals they sustain.

NCC is the nation’s leading not-for-profit, private land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962, we have brought Canadians together to conserve and restore more than 15 million hectares. NCC takes a collaborative, evidence-based approach to achieve conservation success for the sake of nature and Canadians. With a national office in Toronto and seven regional offices across the country, NCC delivers results you can walk on.

Position Summary

NCC is seeking an individual to join Ontario Development and Communications team in the role of Development Officer, to ensure high-quality stewardship of donors who support NCC’s work. The Development Officer will be responsible for working in collaboration with a variety of NCC business units to deliver on donor retention and donor journey strategies.

The Development and Communications team raises funds needed for conservation projects and priorities across Ontario and helps share NCC’s work and achievements with a range of audiences through a variety of storytelling tools.

The Development Officer will work as part of the Development and Communications team to implement a value-based and donor-centric fundraising philosophy. The position will be a key contributor to the fundraising and communication goals in Ontario

Position tasks 

The Development Officer will be accountable for the following tasks:

• In collaboration with the Development and Communications team, design and implement a stewardship program for donors that uses creative and efficient engagement strategies (including donor reports and events) to demonstrate conservation impact, build trust and nurture long-term relationships. 
• Track and report on the success of stewardship initiatives. 
• Improve processes for identifying and stewarding donors who may have the capacity to make larger gifts and elevate to major gift officers when appropriate. 
• Bring forward and implement creative ideas to help elevate the donor experience and support the outreach efforts of our frontline fundraisers. 
• Act as the lead to ensure alignment with NCC-wide stewardship initiatives, standards and processes. 
• Coordinate gift agreements, pledges, and reports. 
• Stewardship of corporate partnerships. This includes ensuring we meet our agreement commitments (i.e. reporting, social media) and supporting annual renewal where appropriate. 
• Coordinate the thank-you program. 
• Provide expertise to the Development and Communications team and the wider NCC team in stewardship best practices and the use of digital platforms for donor stewardship at NCC (e.g. templates, Raiser’s Edge, Daisy). 
• Ensure that all stewardship activity is recorded in RE and that donor records are up to date. 

Qualifications 

• 3-5 years experience in fundraising, campaign planning, or donor engagement and communications, preferably using digital platforms. 
• Organization, logistical and project management skill set to support donor engagement and fundraising. 
• Good listening and communications skills. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment, tact and confidentiality in relation to donors and other audiences. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize and meet deadlines. 
• Handle issues proactively and work with team to solve problems. 
• Strong commitment to self-awareness. 
• Interest and openness to equity, diversity and inclusion in both internal and external facing work duties. 
• Experience in use of Raiser’s Edge, Illuminate and/or other Client Relationship Management (CRM) software or willingness to learn these programs. 
• Comfort or openness to occasionally working outdoors or on conservation properties for donor activities and tours. 
• An appreciation for or willingness to learn about nature and conservation.

How to Apply

NCC is an equal opportunity employer. If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your cover letter, resume and salary expectations through our Career Centre.

Application Deadline

December 1, 2024 | 11:59pm EST, 9:59pm Mountain Time, 8:59pm Pacific Time, 10:50pm CST, 00:59 am +1 AST

NCC hires based on merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We strive for bold conservation achievements in which equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are the norm. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. NCC implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. 

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, contact us by email at hr@natureconservancy.ca to make any required arrangements. If you have questions regarding accessible employment at NCC, please email us at hr@natureconservancy.ca