Donor Relations & Development Officer - Saskatchewan

Stars; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

STARS is seeking a Donor Relations & Development Officer for its Foundation to enhance major gift fundraising efforts in Saskatchewan. The role involves strategic relationship-building, coordinating marketing strategies for planned giving, and achieving fundraising targets to support the organization's lifesaving mission.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Free parking

Qualifications

• 4 to 5 years experience in Major Gift Fundraising.
• Specific experience with planned giving fundraising is an asset.
• Strong ability to build working relationships with donors.

Responsibilities

• Drive major gifts and planned giving program.
• Cultivate and solicit donations from new prospects.
• Implement marketing strategies for planned giving.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Fundraising

Education

Post-secondary degree in a related field

Job description

At STARS we come to work every day with a purposeto save lives. Whether you work in the aircraft or at one of our six bases everyone at STARS plays a vital role in helping to provide critical care anywhere. Since flying our first mission in 1985 we have never lost sight of what is most important our VIPS or Very Important Patients. Each year we fly over 3000 missions providing world class critical medical care whenever and wherever we are needed and every team member contributes to helping that VIP. We are a lifeline to the community when time and clinical expertise can make all the difference.

We are currently looking for a Donor Relations & Development Officerfor Saskatchewan to be located at either of our Regina or Saskatoon bases in the Foundation department.

It takes a team to make a difference in peoples lives. When it comes to STARS lifesaving mission it also takes individuals communities industry and governments. As a member of our Foundation team you will be on the frontline serving as an ambassador and fostering relationships with our allies. Be part of something bigger. Be part of our team.

Key Responsibilities :

Responsible for the specific advancement of the STARS planned giving program and major gifts in Saskatchewan including but not limited to :

• Support the Foundations efforts to raise critical funds for mission operations through Major Gifts and Planned Giving
• Driving strategic relations in Saskatchewan by meeting and exceeding activity targets (discovery calls face to face meetings submitted proposals and successful solicitations) as mutually agreed upon with the Director of Development
• Identifying cultivating solicitating and stewardship of planned giving major gifts. sponsorships to the foundation which will include identifying new prospects as well as growing current donor relationships
• Implement current marketing strategies and activities for STARS planned giving program while assisting in the creation and development of new marketing initiatives in collaboration with planned giving marketing and communications team members
• Travel is required within Saskatchewan

Qualifications & Requirements :

• Post secondary degree an asset in a related field a combination of education and experience will be acceptable
• 4 to 5 years experience in Major Gift Fundraising with individuals specific experience with planned giving fundraising is an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build excellent working relationships with donors allied professionals and fellow team members
• Experience in the development of planned giving initiatives is an asset

What we offer :

At STARS every day we come to work with a purpose to save lives. Maybe thats your purpose too. We provide a strong total reward offering inclusive of a salary tailored to your education and experience comprehensive organizationpaid health and dental benefits free parking and more.

But the real reward is joining a legacy a legacy of lives saved of hope in the fact of the unimaginable and of pride in making a difference. When you join STARS you become part of a community that knows were stronger together. It takes a team to deliver the highest standards of care and we need you to help us be our best.

Elevate your career. Be part of something bigger. Be part of STARS.

How to Apply / Deadline to apply :

If you are the person we are looking for and would like to make a difference with your career please make sure to apply by closing date : May 27 2025

Want to Learn More

Interested in making a difference behind the scenes Discover how our Foundation team drives support for lifesaving missions across communities. Learn More About Foundation

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Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

English,Academics,Creative,Domestic,Games,IT Sales

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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