Development Officer

at  Meadowridge School

Job Description Title: Development Officer
Reports to: Director of Development and Community Relations
Start Date: As soon as possible

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrated success in building, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding new relationships
• Success in driving results by working collaboratively and cooperatively with staff and volunteers
• Passion for the education of young people
• Understanding of and affinity for independent school education
• Dynamic and energetic individual who wishes to work in a highly focused environment
• Superior interpersonal and engagement skills
• High level of sound and independent judgment, reasoning, and discretion
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy laws and CRA tax laws
• Well organized and attentive to detail
• Outgoing, inclusive, and welcoming in nature
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, desktop programs and database programs, particularly Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge
• Initiates and completes processes that achieve new, unique, or challenging objectives
• Establishes goals and achieve increases in organizational effectiveness
• Advocates and exhibits excellent customer service internally and externally
• Welcomes a dynamic and changing environment
• Enthusiastic and creative with a positive attitude
• Possess a high level of integrity
• Outgoing and engaging
• Valid BC driver’s license, flexibility to travel, work flexible hours when required, including evenings and weekends

QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in Mandarin and English
• University degree in a related field, or a combination of education and experience in fundraising
• Minimum of 5 years of fundraising experience with a not-for-profit organization and a proven track record in securing major gifts
• CFRE designation preferred but not required

Meadowridge School provides a fun, engaging, supportive, inclusive place to work and the opportunity to learn and grow with an exceptional community of professionals. We offer a comprehensive total compensation package which includes:

• Extended Health and Dental
• A matching RRSP Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Wellness Program including an annual allowance
• Access to the schools fitness centre and gym
• Acres of forest and trails to explore in
• Social events and staff lunches
• Extensive professional development opportunities

Please visit our website at Meadowridge.bc.ca for more information about our school.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and celebrates individuals from all backgrounds, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2S+ (persons of all sexual orientations and genders). We encourage candidates from underrepresented communities to apply, as we believe in equal opportunities and diverse perspectives. We are dedicated to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process and during employment for individuals with disabilities, ensuring an accessible and inclusive environment for all.
Meadowridge School acknowledges it is located on the ancestral, unceded territory of the Katzie, the Kwantlen, and the Stó:lō First Nation. We value the opportunity to learn, live, play, and share educational experiences on this traditional land. Meadowridge School is committed to building strong meaningful relationships and positive partnerships with all the traditional keepers and stewards of this land.
We thank all for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position will remain open until filled.