Senior Development Officer

Position Summary The Senior Development Officer is a fundraising role responsible for growing War Child Canada’s individual giving program, with a focus on annual giving, direct response/direct mail fundraising, monthly giving and donor stewardship. The role also supports foundation fundraising and manages relationships with a portfolio of mid-level and select major donors. Responsibilities Annual Giving & Direct Response Lead the planning and execution of integrated direct mail fundraising campaigns. Manage campaign calendars, creative development, segmentation, production and results analysis. Work closely with external agencies, printers and mail houses. Collaborate with Marketing & Communications to align messaging across channels. Monitor campaign performance and recommend strategies to improve donor acquisition, retention and revenue. Monthly Giving Develop and implement strategies to grow War Child Canada’s monthly giving program. Design donor journeys that strengthen acquisition, retention, upgrades and reactivation. Monitor program performance and identify opportunities to increase lifetime donor value. Coordinate stewardship communications and impact reporting for monthly donors. Foundation & Institutional Giving Research prospective foundations and funding opportunities. Prepare high-quality grant proposals, reports and letters of inquiry. Manage proposal and reporting calendars to ensure deadlines are met. Support stewardship activities with foundation partners. Maintain accurate records within Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT. Major & Mid-Level Giving Manage a portfolio of mid-level donors and selected major gift prospects. Assist with donor cultivation, stewardship and solicitation strategies. Prepare donor briefings, proposals, reports and customized stewardship materials. Support senior leadership with donor meetings and follow-up activities. Reporting, Administration & Team Collaboration Maintain accurate donor records and reporting. Track fundraising KPIs and prepare performance reports. Support departmental planning and budgeting. Contribute to a collaborative and donor-centred culture within the Development team. Qualifications Experience & Knowledge A bachelor's degree in Fundraising, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 3+ years of progressive fundraising experience, preferably within the charitable or not-for-profit sector. Experience managing annual giving, individual giving, direct response, direct mail, or integrated fundraising campaigns. Experience with monthly or recurring giving programs, including donor acquisition, retention, stewardship, or upgrades. Experience managing donor relationships, including mid-level and major gift portfolios. Experience using Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT or a comparable donor CRM system. Skills & Ability Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proposal and donor communication writing. Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret fundraising performance data and make evidence-based recommendations. High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and results-oriented approach. Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and respectful engagement with diverse communities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and fundraising reporting tools. What do we offer? Salary: $60,020-$67,550 CAD per year, depending on experience Benefits: Health, dental, disability, travel Insurance, and wellness and professional development funds Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP): Matching after one year of employment Vacation: Three weeks Note: Application deadline is August 31st, 2026. This position is being advertised to fill an existing vacancy. War Child Canada does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants during the recruitment process. War Child Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to indicate their accommodation needs in their application. If shortlisted, the recruitment team will contact them to discuss and arrange appropriate accommodations throughout the selection process.

The Senior Development Officer is responsible for growing the individual giving program through annual, monthly, and direct response fundraising. The role also involves managing mid-level and major donor portfolios and preparing grant proposals for foundations.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 3 years of progressive fundraising experience in the non-profit sector. Proficiency in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT and experience with integrated fundraising campaigns are required.

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Disability Insurance • Travel Insurance • Wellness Funds • Professional Development Funds • Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP) Matching

• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• Analyse de donnéesSouhaitée
• Gestion de projetSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Fundraising
• Direct Mail Campaigns
• Donor Stewardship
• Grant Writing
• Project Management
• Relationship Management
• Data Analysis
• Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT
• Donor Acquisition
• Donor Retention
• Stakeholder Management
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Budgeting
• Strategic Planning
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving

• Marketing
• Social Services
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative
• Finance & Accounting

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

16 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Exigences de lieu

Country, Greater Toronto Area, Canada

Niveau d’expérience

Associate

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte