Senior Development Officer (Major Gifts)

Mission Services of London is looking for a full-time Senior Development Officer (focused on major and legacy gifts). This role reports to the Director of Social Enterprise, Development & Communications. The Senior Development Officer is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with donors and securing philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, organizations, and foundations. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, secure, and steward gifts of $5,000 or more. 
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 150 donor and prospect relationships. 
• Develop and carry out donor engagement and solicitation plans. 
• Conduct in-person, phone, and virtual donor meetings. 
• Support colleagues and senior volunteers, including Board members, with fundraising and stewardship activities. 
• Maintain accurate records and reporting in the donor database. 
• Work with the Development team on donor engagement activities, proposals, grants, and stewardship reporting. 
• Maintain working knowledge of relevant tax laws, investments, and major and legacy giving vehicles. 

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Fundraising, Business, Marketing, Public Relations, or equivalent experience. 
• 3+ years experience in major gift fundraising, capital campaigns, or personal sales. 
• Knowledge of fundraising practices and planned giving vehicles. 
• Ability to understand basic financial information and tax considerations related to giving. 
• Strong communication and relationship management skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• High level of discretion and professionalism. 
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle (local travel required). 
• Knowledge of Salesforce and the Canadian charitable sector is an asset; holding a CFRE designation is an asset. 

Position Details 

• Full-time, 40 hours a week. 
• Hybrid office/community engagement setting.  
• There is an expectation to work some evenings and weekends as needed. 

Interested applicants may submit their resume and cover letter to:

Magda Jacobs

Human Resources Manager

Email: hr [at] missionservices.ca (hr[at]missionservices[dot]ca)