Individual Giving Officer
DESCRIPTION
We have big plans for Calgary Opera's next chapter and know that the most important element in achieving our vision is an incredible team. We are keenly interested in recruiting new team members who reflect the diverse fabric of this place we call home and the people we exist to serve.
Calgary Opera's Individual Giving Officer plays a key role in fundraising and philanthropic initiatives that support the company’s mission, now and in the future, by engaging contributors and stewarding contributions from individuals and corporate entities using a donor-centric approach. This is a full-time role.
As a member of a four-person Development team, the Individual Giving Officer reports to the Director of Development and works closely with donor services and institutional giving team members. They also collaborate with team members from across the organization, including the General Director & CEO, Artistic Director, and Marketing, Communications, Audience Services, and Learning & Engagement teams.
A Flexible, Audience-Centric Approach
Calgary Opera’s most important work brings together audiences, donors, participants, and members of the public for events, performances, and programming. To do that well, most audience-serving activities are scheduled on weekday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays. Generally, regular employees are expected to work an eight-hour day (8) for 40 hours per week. The Individual Giving Officer has a unique set of responsibilities that requires a balance of administrative and audience-serving work. To manage these competing demands, we offer a flexible approach to when and where work happens. This includes:
Start and end times that differ from 9 AM and 5 PM, respectively
Swapping weekday work for weekend work
Working from home or other remote location with stable internet connection
Responsibilities
Individual Giving
Design and implement cultivation, acquisition, and stewardship strategies that inspire deep and long-lasting engagement, including planned giving, with donor households
Cultivate and steward a portfolio of prospects and donors
Design and manage individual giving and annual fund appeals, including but not limited to calendar and fiscal year-end, subscription renewals, raffles, and 50/50 initiatives
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications team members to create and deploy printed and digital communications, collateral, and other media
Work with members of the Development team and other staff to conduct prospect research and support moves management efforts
Collaborate with team members from across the organization to create and produce special events for cultivation, stewardship, and fundraising
Collaborate with Development and Marketing team members to develop and produce Tessitura dashboards and reports that increase the company’s business intelligence, refine approaches to fundraising and philanthropy, and support the governance work of the Board
Organizational Stewardship and Strategy
Support a culture of philanthropy at Calgary Opera, and using a donor-centric approach, help achieve annual and long-term fundraising goals, established in consultation with the Director of Development
With the Director of Development and colleagues, develop a corporate sponsorship strategy and implement plans to cultivate, secure, and steward corporate support
Work with team members from across the organization to optimize Tessitura CRM configuration, standardize records and processes, and improve reporting and documentation
Collaborate with team members from across the organization to support performances, programs, events, and activities
Relationship Management and Partnerships
Establish and maintain working relationships with donors, corporate sponsors, and other supporters; members of the Calgary Opera Board of Directors, Opera staff, and volunteers; and Event vendors
Cultivate a professional network that contributes to the company’s success
Professionally and positively represent Calgary Opera in the public sphere
Ideal Attributes & Qualifications
Demonstrates curiosity, honesty, integrity, respect and commitment to discretion and confidentiality
Demonstrates excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and listening)
A self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment
Offers a solution-oriented mindset, excellent time management skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities
Passion for the performing arts and knowledge of classical music are assets
Team player with the ability to inspire and motivate staff and volunteers
Two to five years’ relevant experience in fundraising with demonstrated success in individual giving
Working knowledge of CRM software ideal, experience with Tessitura CRM system an asset
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and collaboration and project management tools
Employment is contingent upon completion of satisfactory background check
Candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada
About These Qualifications
Studies have shown that marginalized communities such as women, LGBTQIA+ and people of color often believe they must meet every qualification before applying. Calgary Opera is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace that fosters a sense of belonging and supports a culture of learning, so if you’re excited about this role and your experience doesn’t include every qualification, we encourage you to apply.
An Inclusive and Respectful Organization
Diversity brings a wealth of perspectives, experience, and expertise to our organization, and in turn, increases our relevance and our capacity to build community. We work every day to cultivate an inclusive and respectful environment by welcoming colleagues and members of the public with different backgrounds and capabilities, treating everyone with dignity and fairness, and maintaining a workplace that is free of harassment, discrimination, and violence. We courageously and compassionately challenge biases and assumptions. We strive to foster a sense of belonging in everyone we engage, and work to hold audiences, program participants, and event attendees to the same standards.
For support and accommodations during the application and interview process, please contact us at Employment@CalgaryOpera.com.
Desired Start Date: November 18, 2024
BENEFITS
Pay Range: $60,000 - $62,000 Annual
Generous paid time off (vacation, flex days, lieu time)
Supplemental health & wellness benefits
RRSP with employer match
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates with legal authorization to work in Canada are invited to email a brief cover letter and résumé to Employment@CalgaryOpera.com
Application Deadline: November 8, 2024
Application Email/Link: Employment@CalgaryOpera.com