Fundraising Manager, Major Gifts

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Reports to: Director, Engagement

Status: Permanent, Full time

Classification: Management

Salary range: CA$ 73,440 - CA$ 91,800 per annum

Language requirements: English essential; bilingualism (French & English) will be considered a strong asset

Job posting: Internal & External

ABOUT CUSO INTERNATIONAL

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with our partners, we are focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Cuso presently supports programs implemented in Africa, Canada, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. Find out more at www.cusointernational.org

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Fundraiser Manager, Major Gifts plays a key role in cultivating and stewarding major and legacy gift donors, while also identifying new prospects. Working closely with our consultant, Veritus, they will develop relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations to drive philanthropic support for Cuso International. Working closely with the Director, Engagement and the MarCom team, they will also foster a culture of giving across the organization. This position primarily manages a portfolio of 150+ donors, foundations, corporations and prospects, each capable of contributing $5,000 or more.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Major Gifts & Legacy Giving:

1. Develop and manage a portfolio of major donors, implementing tailored engagement strategies to secure gifts of $5,000+.
2. Execute a moves management strategy, including research, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
3. Identify and engage new major and legacy giving prospects.
4. In collaboration with the Program Development team, manage the creation of compelling funding proposals for foundations and or corporations.
5. Lead the implementation of a planned giving program, ensuring alignment with overall fundraising goals.

Donor Engagement & Stewardship:

1. Maintain strong donor relationships through personalized engagement, events, donor visits and recognition strategies.
2. Collaborate with internal teams to develop inspiring storytelling and impact communications.
3. Ensure donor data integrity and tracking through Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM systems.
4. Contribute to the design and rollout of the Alumni strategy with a focus on donor conversion.

Strategy & Collaboration:

1. Work closely with the Fundraising team to align major gift strategies with overall donation strategy.
2. Leverage networks and partnerships to expand Cuso International’s donor base.
3. Stay current on fundraising trends and best practices, adapting strategies to maximize success.
4. Liaise with other departments and country offices to share in the development and design of new fundraising initiatives.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

1. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
2. Minimum five (5) years of professional fundraising experience, with a focus on major gifts and donor relations.
3. Proven track record of securing major gifts from individuals, corporations, or foundations.
4. Experience with moves management, donor cultivation, and solicitation strategies.
5. Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and presentations.
6. Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required.

Desirable:

1. Knowledge of planned giving and legacy fundraising.
2. Familiarity with international development and the non-profit sector.
3. Experience using Raiser’s Edge or similar donor database systems.
4. French language skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Cuso is committed to creating and fostering an inclusive culture. We strive to actively celebrate diversity, advance our equitable practices, and drive greater inclusion. We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package and insurance, generous days of paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and sick days, and more.

Please click the “Apply for This Job” button to submit your application no later than May 07, 2025, at 11:59 PM (EST). Expressions of interest should be sent in English. Your résumé and one-page cover letter should demonstrate how you meet all the essential and any desirable qualifications. Please note that a confirmation email will be generated once you submit your application, but it may be directed to your spam or junk folders of your email inbox.

Cuso International is committed to the integrity of our volunteers, interns, staff, managers, board members and subcontractors in preventing sexual violence in the way we operate. This is done through a defined framework, code of conduct, values and guiding principles, as well as Cooperation Canada’s Leaders’ Pledge.