Senior Development Officer, Signature Events and Fundraising

Senior Development Officer, Signature Events and Fundraising

About the position

Each year, thousands of people across British Columbia and the Yukon come together for the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s, presented by Go Auto, raising critical funds and amplifying the voices of people living with dementia and the people who support them. The Alzheimer Society of BC and Yukon is seeking an experienced and ambitious fundraiser to lead the continued growth of this powerful flagship event while contributing to the success of the Society’s broader signature events portfolio.

The Senior Development Officer, Signature Events & Fundraising plays a central role in expanding the Walk’s reach, revenue and community impact across the region. Working in partnership with passionate volunteer leaders, sponsors and communities, the role helps build momentum, strengthen participation and drive fundraising success across multiple communities. This is a unique opportunity to steward a well-established, province-wide fundraising program while helping shape its next chapter of growth and impact.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Events, the Senior Development Officer is responsible for the fundraising performance, growth and overall success of the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s. As a member of the Events team, the role leads the development and implementation of the Walk fundraising plan, supports and coaches volunteer leaders, engages communities and monitors performance across participating locations. It also provides guidance and support to colleagues and plays an important role in ensuring the Walk continues to grow in revenue, participation and community impact across British Columbia and the Yukon.

In this role, you report to the Associate Director, Events.

Title: Senior Development Officer, Events & Fundraising

Starting salary range (level 8): $68,000 to $75,000 per year

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time - 35 hours per week

Location: Lower Mainland - Hybrid

Fundraising Strategy & Performance (Program-Level)

• Develop and implement fundraising plans to achieve province and territory-wide revenue, participation and retention targets for the Walk.
• Be accountable for year-over-year performance across key metrics, including:
  • Total number of Walk locations.
  • Total revenue. o Participation. o Recruitment and retention of Walk Chairs, committee members, teams and participants.
  • Average funds raised per participant and per team.
• Monitor fundraising performance across communities and use data, experience and judgement to identify trends, risks and growth opportunities.
• Ensure effective use of online fundraising platforms and donor data to support planning, tracking and follow-up.
• Develop and monitor overall Walk revenue and expense budgets.

Walk Chair Goal setting & Coaching

• Recruit and engage Walk Chairs and committee members to lead and deliver the event in their community.
• Coach and support volunteer Walk Chairs in achieving local fundraising and registration goals by providing strategic guidance on fundraising approaches, team development and community engagement throughout the campaign.
• Monitor progress against local targets and provide timely guidance, problem-solving support and encouragement.
• Strengthen volunteer confidence and capability as fundraisers and community leaders.
• Support Walk Chairs in the development and management of location specific budgets, including projected revenues and expenses as well as monitoring performance to ensure strong financial outcomes across Walk communities.

Active Fundraising & Community Engagement

• Actively engage community organizations, service clubs, workplaces and local leaders to support and participate in the Walk.
• Represent the Society in meetings and presentations, clearly articulating the purpose, impact and fundraising goals of the Walk.
• Encourage team formation, sponsorship, volunteering and community-led fundraising activity.
• Serve as an active fundraising representative of the Society within local communities.

Event Oversight & Experience Quality

• Provide development and oversight of Walk planning and readiness in collaboration with the Associate Director, Events and the Walk Project Team.
• Ensure consistency, quality and a meaningful and engaging experience for participants, volunteers, donors and partners across all Walk locations.
• Support operational decision-making and problem-solving during peak planning and event delivery periods.
• Provide on-site leadership and support at Walk events as required.

Collaboration & Integration

• Work closely with Marketing & Communications, Community Services, Volunteer Resources and other internal teams to ensure mission integration and a cohesive participant journey.
• Ensure alignment between fundraising strategy, event delivery and organizational priorities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement through learning, evaluation and shared insight.
• Other duties as required to meet organizational goals.

Key Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in community fundraising, peer-to-peer fundraising or signature events.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to or leading fundraising growth in a volunteer-led environment.
• Comfortable with active fundraising, including presenting, relationship-building and making clear asks for participation and support.
• Experience coaching volunteers or community leaders toward fundraising goals.
• Strong judgement, professional confidence and ability to operate with autonomy.
• Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Experience with fundraising platforms, donor databases and performance reporting.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and travel occasionally within BC and the Yukon, as required.
• Valid B.C. driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.

About us

As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits, including: 

• Flexible work options, including flex days and hybrid arrangements. 
• 4 weeks’ vacation to start, 12 sick days, 2 personal days as part of a 35-hour work week.
• 13 paid holidays, with an option for cultural day swaps. 
• Full health benefits, including a Health Care Spending Account, group RRSP and Employee Assistance Program for you and your dependents. 
• Support for career growth and development. 

To apply

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Please email your resume and cover letter to humanresources@alzheimerbc.org. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in the Alzheimer Society of BC and Yukon Due to the high number of applications we receive, only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

There are approximately 85,000 British Columbians living with dementia, and this number is growing. For every person living with dementia, there are many more people affected, including family, friends, co-workers and other members of their communities. Our vision is of a world without Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and that world begins with a more dementia-friendly society, where people affected by dementia are acknowledged, supported and included. When you work for the Alzheimer Society of BC and Yukon, you help us realize that vision by connecting more British Columbians to the support and education they need at any point on their dementia journey. You help us challenge stigma and change the future for people affected by dementia. You help us show people affected by dementia that they’re not alone.

Equity and diversity and inclusion are essential to societal change and healthy workplaces. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have historically been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

To find out more about the Society, our programs, and about First Link® and the Dementia Helpline, visit www.alzheimerbc.org