Development Officer Full Time TradPO

 “The best prescription I’ve ever given is a wish.”

-Dr. Jeremy Friedman, Associate Paediatrician-in-Chief, SickKids Hospital & Medical Advisor for Make-A-Wish® Canada

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST WISH?

Is it to be part of an organization that is child-focused, values employee experience and is an inspiring workplace? If so, Make-A-Wish is for you!

Make-A-Wish^® Canada creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We are on a quest to bring every eligible child’s wish to life because a wish is an integral part of a child’s treatment journey. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness.

“It’s been wonderful to have this wish to look forward to… It’s wonderful to see (Rowan) with something that brings him pure joy after all he’s been through and missed out on!”

–Melissa, mom to wish kid Rowan (age 5, leukemia), who wished for an indoor jungle gym.

MISSION, VISION AND VALUES

Our mission is, together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illness. Supported by our vision to grant the wish of every eligible child.

Our values are Child-Focused, Integrity, Impact, Innovation, and Community.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Meaningful opportunities to make an impact and change the lives of children with critical illnesses within your community and across Canada
• A collaborative team environment where you feel valued and inspired
• An attractive compensation package that includes group health and dental premiums which are fully covered by the Foundation, RRSP, & Wish paid hours
• Annual vacation starting at three weeks & additional paid leaves
• Work/life balance and flexibility
• Hybrid working environment
• Employee Wellness Program
• Corporate discounts
• Continuous learning, development and internal training opportunities
• Fun employee activities, contests, and more!

Make-A-Wish^® Canada is committed to fostering a culture that aims to change lives while offering a rewarding employment experience where your contributions make a true difference every day!

WHERE YOU COME IN

We are looking for a Development Officer to join our team at Make-A-Wish Canada. Reporting to the Chapter Director, this role is responsible for managing and coordinating assigned fundraising activities within Manitoba. This includes, but is not limited to event management, securing sponsorship, donor development, database and office support, grant writing, and researching opportunities to increase chapter revenue.

This role is based in Winnipeg and is a full-time, permanent, hybrid position.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Identify and inspire potential corporate and individual donors.
• Manage the full cycle of events at the chapter, level ensuring high standards for all assigned fundraising initiatives.
• Develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilize a high degree of creativity in the development and design of marketing and promotional material including PSA’s, press releases, brochures and other material.
• Collaborate with internal departments to assist with development or coordination of material for Wish Stories and other development and communication material/literature, which may include social/marketing media.
• Establish and provide support to event committees as required to ensure success of events (e.g., guidance, materials, staff/volunteers, timelines, etc.).
• Work in collaboration with the Wish Granting team to identify appropriate Wish Families for event participation.
• Provide general office support including ordering of materials, working with suppliers and coordinating volunteers.
• Work on administrative tasks, including preparing meetings notes, updating donor records, and producing reports.
• Collaborate with your immediate manager in identifying opportunities for development and growth in sponsorship, donations (e.g., sponsorships for; event décor, silent auction, prizes, food and drinks, entertainment, supplies, equipment, venues, etc.) and awareness.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Post-secondary education in fundraising/business, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• 2 -3 years working experience in the fundraising area (events, campaigns and working with volunteers), preferably in a multi-level organization within diverse communities.
• Previous supervisory experience is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and on various tasks simultaneously.
• Must be highly motivated, demonstrate a high attention to detail, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
• Good oral and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. Ability to speak to groups of people in a variety of settings.
• Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills. Flexibility with changing priorities and ability to remain focused to meet targeted timelines.
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel).
• Demonstrated experience in using databases and ability to be able to train on databases; and the ability to learn and adapt to new technology.
• Access to reliable transportation to and from the office, for onsite visits and meetings with sponsors, donors, and the community, as well as for events.
• A clear Criminal Background Check will be required.

YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Hybrid work environment (2 days in-office, 3 days remote per week) with occasional requirement to work outside of traditional office hours.  Primary responsibilities are carried out in the local office and remotely, however, you may regularly be required to be out of the office for visits with sponsors and donors, and for other site visits and attending events in the community. 
• Required to work outside of regular office hours during peak season.  

Physical/Mental Effort

• Work under pressure of tight deadlines, with a high-volume workload, and with multiple demands & changing priorities.

• Physical activity may include lifting of boxes with materials, setting up equipment, etc., up to 20kg. 
• Work under high degree of pressure on day of events to ensure logistics and all aspects of events are carried out successfully. 

How to apply

If everything you’ve read so far sounds like you, we encourage you to apply now!  The deadline to apply is October 11, 2024, at 11:59pm ET.

To apply, please navigate to:  https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-CA/makeawishca/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/624

Make-A-Wish Canada provides equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Reasonable accommodations due to disability are available on request at any stage of the hiring process.  

Our Commitment to IDEA

Make-A-Wish Canada (MAWC) is committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). We believe that it is essential to our mission that we build a diverse, balanced, and vibrant workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and seek to serve. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, to still apply.

Recruitment process

Our recruitment process is swift in pace.  Once applications are reviewed, we will contact our shortlisted candidates.  Our typical process includes a phone screen, one or two interviews, and reference checking, followed by an offer and a criminal background check for the successful candidate.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in working with us!

ABOUT MAKE-A-WISH® CANADA

Since 1983, Make-A-Wish Canada has granted over 38,500 wishes across the country, over 1,000 last year alone. As an independently operating affiliate of Make-A-Wish International, Make-A-Wish Canada is part of the network of the world’s leading children’s wish-granting organization. We serve children in every community in Canada, and in more than 50 countries worldwide.

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For more information on how you can support Make-A-Wish^® Canada or get involved please visit our website at makeawish.ca.

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