Fund Development Officer, Capital Campaigns

Children's Health Foundation of Vancouver Island; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health foundation is seeking a Fund Development Officer to support their capital campaigns and fundraising initiatives. The role involves donor relations, event coordination, and communications support, which directly impacts children and families on Vancouver Island. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, a background in fundraising, and excellent communication abilities. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, with hybrid work options.

Benefits

Employer paid comprehensive extended health and dental benefits

Health spending account

Pension program

Four weeks vacation

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ fundraising experience and a proven track record.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently.
• Collaborative team player with high organizational ability.

Responsibilities

• Support all logistical aspects of the capital campaign.
• Manage a pipeline of prospects and existing donors.
• Plan and coordinate events that advance fundraising goals.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Event planning experience

Ability to manage multiple logistical aspects

Education

Diploma in Marketing, Communications, Fundraising

CFRE designation or in progress

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Canva

Adobe

Raiser’s Edge database

Job description

Reports to: Director of Capital Campaigns, Fund Development Location:Hybrid - Centrally located on Vancouver Island and able

to work at the CHFVI – Nanaimo Office

Term: Full time, ongoing

Hours of work: Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours/week with occasional evening and

weekend work

Salary Range: $52,631 - $65,793

About us:

For nearly 100 years, Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island has supported Island kids and youth with complex health needs. We know that thousands of Island families need to travel far from home to get health care for their kids. Our work focuses on supporting the health journeys of these families by reducing barriers to accessing care.

Our Homes Away From Home – Jeneece Place in Victoria and Q̓ʷalayu House in Campbell River – provide welcoming, affordable accommodation just steps from major hospitals, where out-of-town families can stay close to their child when they need health care. Our Bear Essentials program supports families with the cost of health-related travel and specialized equipment for their kids.

The Foundation’s work is funded entirely by donors. Learn more at islandkidsfirst.com.

Who we’re looking for:

The Fund Development Officer, Capital Campaigns is a key member of the Fund Development team, responsible for supporting capital campaign initiatives and overall fundraising activity. Working closely with the Director of Capital Campaigns, the Fund Development Officer, Capital Campaigns, is responsible for soliciting and securing mid-level gifts, event coordination, third-party fundraising, grant writing, donor recognition and stewardship, donor inquiries, and database support.

The Fund Development Officer also provides communications support for the campaign, including a bi‑monthly newsletter, targeted marketing materials, and storytelling to engage donors and the community. As an active team member, the Fund Development Officer works collaboratively with the fund development team to carry out operational and strategic plans. The role requires an understanding of fundraising strategy, excellent customer service, confidentiality, attention to detail, good judgement and critical thinking.

Why join us?

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can make a difference? The work you do with CHFVI will have a direct and positive impact on children and families on Vancouver Island and surrounding islands. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a team player with a donor-centric approach and a passion for building relationships and helping others.

The Foundation believes in providing its employees with a respectful and inspiring workplace, and offers competitive salaries, employer paid comprehensive extended health and dental benefits, health spending account, a pension program, and four weeks vacation.

Responsibilities

Capital campaign support

• Support all logistical aspects of the capital campaign, including production of marketing and communications collateral, fundraising strategy, event planning, documenting donor cultivation, and maintaining donor records.
• Assist and support all stages of the capital campaign including donor recognition and campaign activities.

Fundraising, donor relations& stewardship

• In consultation with the Director of Capital Campaigns, manage a pipeline of prospects and existing donors, of individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Organize face-to-face meetings and engagement activities.
• Coordinate donor stewardship and recognition activities, ensuring timely delivery of acknowledgement letters, special mailings, and personal follow‑up through phone and in‑person contact.
• Maintain accurate records in Raiser’s Edge to track actions, stewardship activities and support ongoing donor engagement.
• Represent the campaign in the community by attending events, mixers, and engagement opportunities to build relationships and connect with new supporters.

Communications & grant writing support

• Support campaign communications, including ownership of the bi‑monthly capital campaign newsletter (planning and writing donor and family stories) and produce targeted marketing materials such as postal walks, brochures, and other campaign collateral.
• Prepare written materials to support campaign events, including speaking notes, presentations, and other communications as needed.
• Research, identify, and cultivate potential community grant funding sources, prepare and submit applications in required formats, and maintain relationships with foundations and grantors.
• Maintain accurate records in Raiser’s Edge to track grant applications, renewals, reporting requirements, and status updates throughout all stages of the grant cycle.

Event coordination

• Plan, coordinate, and support events that advance the capital campaign and Foundation’s fundraising goals. This includes third‑party events and Foundation‑driven engagement, solicitation, and stewardship events. Responsibilities may include event preparation, set‑up and tear‑down, compiling invitation lists, preparing briefing packages, obtaining donor awards or plaques, securing venues and catering, and executing post‑event follow‑up.
• Developand execute creative fundraising events that generate support and momentum for the capital campaign.

Required skills & experience

• Ability to manage multiple logistical aspects of a capital campaign, including strategy execution, coordination, and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of capital campaigns, donor cultivation, solicitation strategies, and donor recognition practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills for timely, personalized donor communications and follow-up, both written and verbal.
• Experience planning and executing various types of events.
• A collaborative team player with a high level of organizational ability, attention to detail, and ability to manage tight timelines.
• Self-starter and works well independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Adobe, and Raiser’s Edge database.
• Minimum two years’ fundraising experience and a proven track record in supporting and raising funds for a non-profit or similar experience.

Qualifications & education

• Diploma in Marketing, Communications, Fundraising, or equivalent experience
• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) designation or in progress an asset
• Involvement in the Association of Donor Relations Professionals (ADRP), Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) or Canadian Association of Gift Planners (CAGP) or a similar professional organization an asset

Working Conditions

• 7.5 hr workday / 37.5 hr work week, hybrid - remote and the Nanaimo office
• Centrally located on Vancouver Island, preferably in Nanaimo
• Evening and weekend work required at times for special events and presentations
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s licence and personal vehicle required

Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and strongly encourages application from people from marginalized communities, including BIPOC, LGBTQ2s+ folks, and people with disabilities.