Organization:
Ducks Unlimited
Ducks Unlimited
Job
Type: Full-time
Type: Full-time
Location:
Winnipeg, Manitoba MB
Winnipeg, Manitoba MB
Posting
Date: Jun 28, 2015
Date: Jun 28, 2015
Deadline:
Jul 10, 2015
Jul 10, 2015
Website:
http://www.ducks.org
http://www.ducks.org
Organization
Description:
Description:
Job
Description:
Description:
The
Organization: DUCKS UNLIMITED CANADA
Organization: DUCKS UNLIMITED CANADA
Our
client, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) delivers conservation programs at the
local, regional and national levels, contributing to a healthier environment
for waterfowl and all Canadians and is a leader in wetland conservation. As a
registered charity, DUC works with many partners to conserve wetlands for
waterfowl, wildlife & the environment. To date, they have completed
8,880 habitat projects and conserved 6.2 million acres of wetlands and associated
habitat.
client, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) delivers conservation programs at the
local, regional and national levels, contributing to a healthier environment
for waterfowl and all Canadians and is a leader in wetland conservation. As a
registered charity, DUC works with many partners to conserve wetlands for
waterfowl, wildlife & the environment. To date, they have completed
8,880 habitat projects and conserved 6.2 million acres of wetlands and associated
habitat.
The
organization has evolved over the years as well as their culture. Some words
used by employees to describe the culture are “dynamic”,” inspiring”, and
“steadfast in its commitment”. Nature loving, dog loving, fun loving are
also words employees use to describe the atmosphere at DUC. It is also a
culture that is flexible and supportive in terms of work /life. The
employees describe themselves as “passionately engaged” in their work.
organization has evolved over the years as well as their culture. Some words
used by employees to describe the culture are “dynamic”,” inspiring”, and
“steadfast in its commitment”. Nature loving, dog loving, fun loving are
also words employees use to describe the atmosphere at DUC. It is also a
culture that is flexible and supportive in terms of work /life. The
employees describe themselves as “passionately engaged” in their work.
To
learn more, visit: http://www.ducks.ca
learn more, visit: http://www.ducks.ca
The
Opportunity: DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Opportunity: DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Reporting
to the Director Regional Operations, the Winnipeg based DM is responsible for
the securement of major gifts to support conservation and other program goals.
The primary sources for major gifts may include corporations, individuals, and
private or public foundations. Revenue generation through donor prospecting,
qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of these supporter
relationships is the core position responsibility. Effective administration of
gifts that ensure donor satisfaction is also important. The DM will develop an
implementation plan for their major gift portfolio including forecasting and
budgeting based on conservation program needs and will work as part of an
integrated team with senior volunteers and other provincial conservation and
fundraising staff and national staff to generate and track revenue.
to the Director Regional Operations, the Winnipeg based DM is responsible for
the securement of major gifts to support conservation and other program goals.
The primary sources for major gifts may include corporations, individuals, and
private or public foundations. Revenue generation through donor prospecting,
qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of these supporter
relationships is the core position responsibility. Effective administration of
gifts that ensure donor satisfaction is also important. The DM will develop an
implementation plan for their major gift portfolio including forecasting and
budgeting based on conservation program needs and will work as part of an
integrated team with senior volunteers and other provincial conservation and
fundraising staff and national staff to generate and track revenue.
Key
Result Areas
Result Areas
- Generate
major gift revenue to support organizational program goals - Build
long-term sustainable relationships with donors that result in the
generation of gifts over $10,000. - Develop
and maintain a close working relationship with the senior Provincial
Fundraising Volunteers, Manager Provincial Operations, Director Regional
Operations, Senior Development Managers and conservation program staff. - Maintain
a working relationship with internal and external stakeholders including
conservation and marketing staff donors, DUC Senior Managers, provincial
DUC Board members and core volunteers. - Develop
long term relationships with partners and supporters with the explicit
intent to share information/resources, steward donors and advance the
business goals of both groups - Integrate
and coordinate staff within various DUC programs for the purpose of
generating funding proposals. - Provide
in-depth mentoring, coaching, and training on fundraising procedures and
objectives to volunteers and staff - Accurately
track progress toward goals in conjunction with the MPO/DRO and other development
support staff. - Fully
understand and utilize the DUC proprietary donor database and Donor
Activity Management software.
Qualifications:
The Person Required
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Minimum
3 years of program leadership and staff/volunteer management experience
ideally with a strong fundraising, marketing and/or scientific background
specifically in membership management, direct marketing, list acquisition
and/or donor stewardship. - University
degree in science, business, commerce, marketing or natural resources with
proven sales and customer service abilities. Equivalent combination of
education and experience in related fields will also be considered. - Passion
for the outdoors in some capacity is required. Personal interest and/or
experience in conservation, environmental issues and/or sporting
activities is beneficial. A network of like-minded individuals
and organizations/corporations would be an asset. - The
CFRE designation with the Association of Fundraising Professionals is also
an asset in this position.
Compensation
A
competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive base
salary and excellent benefits. Further details will be provided in a
personal interview.
competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive base
salary and excellent benefits. Further details will be provided in a
personal interview.
Apply
To:
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For
Information Please Contact:
Information Please Contact:
Allan
Nelson or Laura Youngberg
Davies Park
1810, 300 – 5 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB T2P 3C4
Phone: (403) 263-0600
Fax: (403) 269-1080
Email: calgary@daviespark.com
Nelson or Laura Youngberg
Davies Park
1810, 300 – 5 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB T2P 3C4
Phone: (403) 263-0600
Fax: (403) 269-1080
Email: calgary@daviespark.com
