Senior Development Officer (Major Gifts)

Job Overview

Mission Services of London, a non-profit organization committed to serving residents of London and Middlesex County with compassion and dignity, is seeking a permanent full-time Senior Development Officer (focused on major and legacy gifts). This role reports to the Director of Social Enterprise, Development & Communications. The Senior Development Officer is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with donors and securing philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, organizations, and foundations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, secure, and steward gifts of $5,000 or more.
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 150 donor and prospect relationships.
• Develop and carry out donor engagement and solicitation plans.
• Conduct in-person, phone, and virtual donor meetings.
• Support colleagues and senior volunteers, including Board members, with fundraising and stewardship activities.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting in the donor database.
• Work with the Development team on donor engagement activities, proposals, grants, and stewardship reporting.
• Maintain working knowledge of relevant tax laws, investments, and major and legacy giving vehicles.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Fundraising, Business, Marketing, Public Relations, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years experience in major gift fundraising, capital campaigns, or personal sales.
• Knowledge of fundraising practices and planned giving vehicles.
• Ability to understand basic financial information and tax considerations related to giving.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle (local travel required).
• Knowledge of Salesforce and the Canadian charitable sector is an asset; holding a CFRE designation is an asset.

Position Details

• Full-time, 40 hours a week.
• Hybrid office/community engagement setting.
• There is an expectation to work some evenings and weekends as needed.