Senior Manager of Individual Giving

THE ROLE

Ballet BC is seeking an experienced development professional to lead individual giving programs during a period of transformational growth. Reporting directly to the Director of Development, the role collaborates closely with senior leadership, the Board of Directors and the Development team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Major Donor Cultivation and Solicitation

• Manage a portfolio of 100 current major donors, developing personalized cultivation and solicitation strategies.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors, Managing Director, and Artistic Director on moves management, focusing on growing the major donor base.
• Create strategies for blended giving options, including legacy gifts.
• Work with the Director of Development to set annual targets and manage the individual giving budget accordingly.

Campaign Management

• Plan and oversee annual individual fundraising campaigns.
• Develop donor communications and creative campaign materials in collaboration with the Development team and Marketing department.
• Review weekly campaign reporting and make adjustments to messaging, segmentation and collateral as needed.

Donor Stewardship

• Work alongside the Development team to develop and implement personalized stewardship plans for all donors, emphasizing relationship-building.
• Leverage our performance season and new home on Granville Island to create meaningful engagement events.
• Work with the Development Coordinator to ensure timely recognition of donations.
• Collaborate with the Development team to deliver and track a comprehensive series of donor benefits.
• Maintain ongoing communication with donors to understand their giving preferences and keep them updated on the organization's achievements.

Collaboration

• Liaise regularly with the finance team and Development Coordinator to ensure up to date tracking and recognition of gifts.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to align departmental communication schedules and to develop compelling messaging.
• Work closely with key board members on donor cycle management.
• Utilize board knowledge to facilitate complex giving.
• Provide guidance and support to the Development Coordinator.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to careers@balletbc.com