Development Officer

The Organization

Red River College (RRC) is Manitoba's second-largest post-secondary institution with 32,000 enrolments at eight campuses across the province. We work in close partnership with industry to deliver high quality applied learning and research programs that drive the growth of the Manitoba economy.

RRC is also an outstanding place to work, where diversity is embraced, success is celebrated and innovation is encouraged. We provide our employees with opportunities for personal and professional development through a rewarding career in a supportive environment. For more information, see www.rrc.ca/peopleplan.

 

The Opportunity:

Red River College is seeking a Development Officer to play an essential role in the college’s current capital campaign and be a key member of the College Relations team. Reporting to the Development Manager, the incumbent will develop, plan and execute a comprehensive fundraising program and donor relation strategies, which will reflect the College’s strategic goals, academic priorities and values.

Responsibilities include: 

·         Working closely with the RRC Deans and Chairs to foster an environment that will encourage fund development activities;

·         Conducting market analysis, developing research leads and soliciting gifts/partnerships on behalf of RRC;

·         Directly identify, qualify, engage and cultivate prospective donors;

·         Identifying opportunities to create capital/equipment endowments within the academic departments and to present the opportunities to potential donors;

·         Working with the capital campaign team to cultivate, solicit and steward potential donors;

·         On-going management of an effective and comprehensive stewardship program for RRC’s current donors, which includes the College’s scholarships and bursaries programs;

·         Working with the Development team to identify, research, develop and implement appropriate recognition vehicles which correspond to the gift level; and

·         Developing with the College Relations Director and Development team, a dynamic strategic plan for the Department and design policies and procedures to support the plan.

 

Selection Criteria:

·         A diploma or degree in a relevant field as well as significant experience in a fundraising role;

·         Excellent interpersonal and verbal written communication skills;

·         Demonstrated track record of closing significant sales (gifts);

·         Ability to maintain confidentiality;

·         Ability to lead and delegate;

·         Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders;

·         Ability to interpret policy as it pertains to corporate and foundation giving; and

·         Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Suite & database management.

·         Experience with Raiser's Edge would be an asset.

·         CFRE designation would be an asset.

 

RRC seeks diversity in the workplace.  Aboriginal persons, women, visible minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.