Leadership Giving Officer

Imagine a place where your talent can make a meaningful difference. At the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation, we’re devoted to inspiring donor generosity to improve health care access for all patients in our communities. We are purpose-driven, collaborative, diverse and focused on results.

Reporting to the Director of Leadership Giving, the Leadership Giving Officer is a key member of the fundraising team, responsible for inspiring and stewarding mid-level and legacy donors. Using a donor-centric approach, they employ direct marketing, project-management, and relationship-management techniques to plan, coordinate, and execute strategies that inspire donors and provide meaningful opportunities to impact health care delivery in our hospital and across New Brunswick.

Primary Responsibilities

Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward mid-level and planned giving prospects to grow the impact of these programs and increase fundraising revenues.
Use a blend of direct marketing and face-to-face fundraising strategies to design and coordinate an annual communications, engagement, and stewardship plan for mid-level and planned giving prospects. Faithfully and on a timely basis, execute that plan so prospects remain inspired and connected to their giving.
Identify top mid-level and planned giving prospects and create individualized plans based on their giving history, donor interests, and giving potential.
Fully utilize Raiser's Edge NXT database platform to identify prospects, manage donor relationships and build stronger relationships.
Employ fundraising analytics, metrics and reporting methodologies to track performance, drive program strategy and optimize results.
Work collaboratively with Foundation team members to secure appropriate project information, including budgets, and create offers, proposals and asks that will be used to secure gifts.
Keep current and knowledgeable of new trends in mid-level and planned giving.
Perform other mid-level and planned giving activities as may be required.

What You Bring to our Team

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing/communications, or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive, well-rounded experience in fundraising, project management and/or relationship-management roles.
Passion for the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation’s mission.
Professionalism, knowledge, productivity, and high ethical standards.
Excellent communication skills including written, verbal and presentation.
Ability to communicate in both of Canada's official languages is considered an asset.
Ability to work in an environment of accountability and metrics.
Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or equivalent CRM.
Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to interact effectively with individuals across the organization.
Tact and an ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to work within a fast-paced environment that requires a flexible schedule, including travel and occasional weekends and evenings.
Access to a vehicle and valid driver's licence.
Knowledge of planned gift vehicles and/or CFRE designation considered an asset.

What we Have to Offer You

A commitment to a team culture of high performance and innovative thinking.
Flexible hybrid workplace. Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
Matching RRSP contribution program.
Expected salary ranges between $63,572 to $90,060 per year

To Submit Your Application

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Angie Kelly, Director of Leadership Giving at SJRH.Foundation@HorizonNB.ca.

All inquiries will be kept in strict confidence. We offer a competitive salary and benefits, as well as a terrific team environment! We thank those who apply but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.