Philanthropy Officer – Major Gifts

Philanthropy Officer – Major Gifts

Location: Granville office and working remotely (hybrid)

Reporting to: Associate Director, Major Gifts & Planned Giving

Job status: Permanent Full-time 1.0 FTE (75 hours bi-weekly)

Compensation: $66,429-$72,530

We want our staff to “thrive” not just survive, so Canuck Place is committed to living our values of care exceeding not just minimum wage but living wage in B.C. This means that regardless of role our entry level salary is a minimum of $28.20 per hour equivalent to $55,000 full-time annually.

WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO WORK HERE?

Canuck Place careers are full of connection, community, and care. We aim to nurture a supportive culture rooted in compassion, collaboration and support while providing expert care to children and families. Our team includes individuals with a special blend of sensitivity, compassion, and appreciation for life. Canuck Place is where no moment is missed. A place where you can make a difference.

We offer competitive compensation and a benefits package focusing on wellness and self-care that includes:

20 days’ vacation (pro-rated to your full-time equivalency) to start with ongoing annual anniversary increases up to an organizational maximum of 45 days

Up to two paid mandatory wellness days a year

Generous paid leave including compassionate and special leave when you need it

Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)

100% employer paid benefits package from your first day which includes extended health and dental and $1,500 annually for counselling

Health and Wellness Spending account that provides up to $1,000 annually to ensure you can focus on the benefits that are important to you and your family

Flexible working options

Free meals on-site at the hospices

Continuous paid training and development opportunities so everyone has the opportunity to learn new skills and grow

Ongoing parental support including top up for maternity and parental leave and paid leave for new grandparents

ABOUT US

Canuck Place Children’s Hospice (CPCH) is British Columbia’s recognized pediatric palliative care provider. For over two decades, through the many programs and services we provide, we have made a significant difference in the lives of children with life-threatening illnesses and the families who love them. Be part of a talented and innovative team that takes pride in supporting and providing the highest quality pediatric palliative care.

It is the expectation for all roles across the organization to know the organization’s philosophy of pediatric palliative care and uphold a commitment to further one's knowledge. Our philosophy of pediatric palliative care is as follows: Pediatric palliative care improves quality of life, promotes comfort, and reduces suffering for children with life-threatening conditions (serious illness) and their families through a holistic approach addressing; physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. It is collaborative person & family-centered care delivered using a team-based approach throughout the continuum of care across all ages and stages of illness, including bereavement. It values choice and honest and compassionate communication.

At Canuck Place we understand that uniqueness is powerful. We hold each other accountable for an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their experiences and ideas and know that they belong. We believe diversity drives innovation and the best pediatric palliative care for children and their families therefore we welcome that every person brings an individual perspective and experience to advance our mission. We have more work to do to advance diversity and inclusion, and we are building a culture where difference is valued. We have a commitment to inclusion across gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity and disability status, to ensure our team members are empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. All staff are encouraged to contribute their perspective and lived experience through our internal employee groups such as Care 4 the Caregiver, Culture, DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging), Green Team, Truth and Reconciliation, Wellness Committees and our Inclusive Marketing and Development Working Group.

YOUR ROLE

JOB SUMMARY

Working closely with and reporting to the Associate Director, Major Gifts & Planned Giving, the Philanthropy Officer – Major Gifts is responsible for engaging a portfolio of current and prospective individual major gift and legacy giving donors. Through cultivation and stewardship of relationships, the successful candidate will utilize moves management techniques to deepen involvement and increase financial support for our work with children and families. This is an exciting role for someone who loves in-person meetings, is an excellent communicator and brings a sophisticated understanding of the philanthropic landscape in Metro Vancouver. The incumbent will build upon existing momentum at Canuck Place Children’s Hospice.

We are seeking a candidate with experience working face-to-face with individuals and Foundations and can lead solicitations that are built on a clear understanding of donors’ interests and values that align with those of Canuck Place. The Philanthropy Officer – Major Gifts thrives in donor meetings, writes compelling reports and proposals, and is a passionate solicitor of funds, interested in blended giving strategies that support major gifts and legacy giving growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages a portfolio of approximately 75 current and prospective donors and works with the Associate Director, Major Gifts and Legacy Giving to determine strategies and tactics to meet a portfolio goal of $500,000-$600,000 in revenue annually. Specifically, the incumbent identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards a varied donor portfolio. They are responsible for soliciting and stewarding significant gifts at the $10,000 to $100,000 level.

Employs integrated fundraising strategies for major and planned gifts (donor advised funds, gifts of securities, bequests, trusts, and gifts of life insurance), offering these as opportunities for current and potential donors.

Applies a disciplined moves management approach and customizes strategies for each relationship that encourages multi-year commitments and increased giving over time.

Actively utilizes prospect research tools to identify new relationships and secures new or increased funding for Canuck Place.

Writes strategic funding proposals based on short, intermediate, and long-term funding goals of the organization to reach or exceed annual revenue targets.

Monitors and evaluates activity and results; identifies challenges and manages up where required, showing discretion and involving leadership as needed to support donor relationship management.

Personally stewards a portfolio of donors and seeks opportunities for engagement, compelling reporting on the CPCH mission, and substantive tailored communications.

Works collaboratively with a cross-functional team in major gits and legacy giving to plan and host engaging donor events. Identifies synergies with other fundraising teams such as communications, events, annual giving and donor services to support the collective goals of the organization.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A related degree or diploma from a recognized educational institute or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Ideally 3 - 5 years or more of experience of progressive non-profit fundraising experience including experience working with an individual giving, major gifts or planned giving portfolio. This experience should include managing a major gifts portfolio, meeting revenue goals for the assigned portfolio and securing higher levels of revenue and engagement from existing and new donors where possible.

Involvement with the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy, the Canadian Association of Gift Planners, Association of Fundraising Professionals, or CFRE accreditation (or working towards one are an asset).

Bonus experience of interest is exposure to legacy giving stewardship and marketing and/or estate administration and working with blended giving strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS

What you bring to the role:

Ability to inspire others; to develop and maintain meaningful, respectful, long-term relationships with current and prospective donors, their families and advisors.

Superior interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to confidently interact and build trust with individuals and rightsholders all levels.

Excellent organization, prioritization, judgement skills; demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively.

A commitment to inclusive fundraising and communications practices.

Solutions-focused and able to consistently make decisions that lead to positive or constructive outcomes.

Self-motivated and results-oriented; positive, collaborative work style with the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Effective project management skills, with the ability to thrive and effectively manage priorities.

Demonstrated ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times, in working with sensitive and confidential information.

Strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills, and experience with Virtuous or similar donor CRM system. Exposure to and familiarity with remote work and planning software such as Trello, Slack and Teams would be an asset.

Public presentation skills, both in person and virtually.

Strong attention to detail (specifically with Excel, project timelines and database management).

You have:

High integrity; creativity; balance, good judgment and objectivity; high vision and conceptual capabilities; consultative and collaborative; sense of humor.

Excellent time management skills.

Demonstrates flexibility that allows you to work with high energy, creative people.

Able to thrive and effectively manage priorities in a changing, dynamic environment.

Please note:

Evidence of Health Canada approved vaccinations must be provided prior to your first day of work.

Flexibility is necessary, as this position may require occasional weekend and evening work and travel within and outside Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

We understand that the recruitment process is not a one size fits all, our inclusion values and flexibility extend to your hiring experience. Canuck Place is committed to providing inclusive access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. We are continuously working to improve our systems, policies, and practices to ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. Should you require accessibility accommodation through the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team at recruitment@canuckplace.org and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Canuck Place Children’s Hospice hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equality and diversity within its community and to a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous persons, visible minority group members, persons with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations, genders and gender identities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your cover letter and your resume at https://www.canuckplace.org/about-us/careers/ by September 29, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates who have been short-listed will be contacted.