Development Coordinator

Company Description

Egale is Canada’s leading organization for 2SLGBTQI people and issues. We improve and save lives through research, education, awareness, and by advocating for human rights and equality in Canada and around the world. Our work helps create societies and systems that reflect the universal truth that all persons are equal and none is other.

Job Description

Development Officer, and in collaboration with other members of the Egale team, the Development Coordinator will support the Development team through drafting communications and appeals, gift processing, reporting, research, stewardship, event planning, and administration. 

Key responsibilities will include supporting with donor relations and communications, gift processing and acknowledgment, prospect research, estate and bequest administration, coordinating planned giving marketing initiatives, event/project donor reports, donor stewardship events, tax receipting, and administration support.

Qualifications

Education

·       Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree preferred, in education, educational technology, business, marketing, communications, or relevant field.

·       An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

 ·       Familiarity with the 2SLGBTQI community and 2SLGBTQI human rights more generally. 

·       1-2 years of development experience in individual giving, donor relations, planned giving and/or events role with demonstrated success in relationship management, reporting, stewardship, and client relations. 

·       Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) software is an asset.

·       Experience working in a not-for-profit, 2SLGBTQI community and/or social justice environment preferred.

Knowledge/Abilities/Skills

·       Strategic, creative, and strong writing and editing skills for reporting. 

·       Strong problem solving, analytic and technical skills.

·     Proven ability to multi-task in a busy environment, work well under pressure, and meet time-sensitive deadlines.

·     Ability to determine priorities, be self-directed and work with minimal supervision.

·     Strong attention to detail and quality with exceptional organization skills.

·     Willingness to work with flexibility, including working alternative hours and changing priorities.

·     A team player with an attitude of service and the ability to motivate others. 

·     Excellent interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills, capable of working effectively with Board Members, the Executive Director, consultants and donors/prospects. 

·     Lived experience as 2SLGBTQI community member is an asset.  

·     Demonstrated project planning and management skills. 

·     Strong interpersonal, relationship building and conflict resolution skills. 

·     Creative problem-solving skills and sound judgment.  

·     Excellent oral, written, analytical and technical skills. 

·     Works well independently and as part of a team. 

·     Ability to adapt quickly based on multiple channels of feedback. 

·     Must have ability to effectively manage assigned projects from its initiation to delivery. 

·     Experience working in development role.  

·     Understanding of intersectionality and commitment to working within an anti-oppression/anti-racism framework. 

·     Proficient in a variety of computer applications (e.g. MS Office Suite, Google applications). 

·     Valid driver’s license, an asset.

·     Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.