Are you a dynamic and skilled fundraiser who’s passionate about equity, community, and creating meaningful social change? YWCA Banff is hiring a Senior (Fund) Development Officer to strengthen our capacity to serve women and their families by growing donor support, deepening relationships, and advancing our vision of a thriving, equitable Bow Valley.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field (Business, Non-Profit Management, Marketing and Communications, or similar)
• A minimum 5-7 years’ experience in non-profit fund development or equivalent in another sector
• CFRE designation achieved or working towards is preferred
• Practices ethical fundraising principles such as transparency, accountability, respect, integrity, and reputation
• Experience with fundraising databases
• Fluent in CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) regulations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Are you a dynamic and skilled fundraiser who’s passionate about equity, community, and creating meaningful social change? YWCA Banff is hiring a Senior (Fund) Development Officer to strengthen our capacity to serve women and their families by growing donor support, deepening relationships, and advancing our vision of a thriving, equitable Bow Valley.
This mid-level position reports to the Director of Resource Development & Communications and is ideal for a relationship-builder, strategic thinker, and compelling communicator with 5–7 years of fundraising experience, including direct response, proposal writing, and donor engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement components of YWCA Banff’s Fund Development Plan
• Participate and provide leadership in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individuals, foundations, corporations and prospects
• Lead direct response and annual giving campaigns, ensuring clear calls-to-action and brand alignment
• Analyze, interpret, and implement donor prospect research and analysis
• Build authentic, meaningful relationships with key supporters by leading with trust, empathy and an unwavering commitment to YWCA Banff’s mission and values
• Prioritize efforts to create exceptional donor experiences throughout the donor life cycle through impactful communications and personalized connections
• Represent YWCA Banff with donors, prospects, and sponsors, and at events
• Prepare and deliver proposals, presentations, and other donor-centric communications materials
• Manage the implementation of appropriate donor recognition and stewardship strategies, policies, and procedures