Major Gifts Officer

SIRC; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A national non-profit organization is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to advance philanthropic priorities. This role involves conducting research, preparing proposals, and engaging with donors to support Paralympic sport in Canada. The successful candidate will thrive in a remote work environment while coordinating closely with fundraisers. Strong analytical and writing skills, along with an understanding of major gifts fundraising, will be essential. This role offers an annual salary of $60,000 – $68,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and comfort managing multiple priorities.
• Understanding of major gift fundraising and donor relationship management.
• Interest in creating opportunities for people with disabilities.
• Ability to work discreetly in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prospect research to identify major gift prospects.
• Prepare donor briefings and internal materials.
• Develop customized funding proposals and presentations.
• Support solicitation activity and track moves.
• Assist with donor stewardship and communications.
• Maintain accurate prospect strategies within CRM.
• Provide analytical and coordination support.

Skills

Strong research skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of major gift fundraising

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Job description

Overview

The Canadian Paralympic Committee is a non-profit, private organization in collaboration with 28-member sport organizations. We are deeply committed to harnessing the transformative power and impact of Paralympic sport.

With a vision of fostering an inclusive world through Paralympic sport, our mission emphasizes both the excellence in games preparation and the promotion of inclusive communities. By celebrating the stories and successes of high-performance athletes with disabilities, the Canadian Paralympic Committee aims to inspire all Canadians to embrace inclusivity and actively engage in sports.

Job Summary:

The Major Gifts Officer plays an important role in advancing the philanthropic priorities of the Paralympic Foundation of Canada. This position strengthens major gift fundraising by providing high-quality prospect research, compelling proposal development, and coordinated behind-the-scenes support across solicitation and stewardship efforts.

Collaborating closely with frontline fundraisers and foundation leadership, the Major Gifts Officer helps ensure that major gift prospects and donors are engaged with clear, strategic, and mission-aligned materials that demonstrate how philanthropy creates a more inclusive Canada through Paralympic sport.

This role is ideal for someone who is energized by national impact, enjoys turning complex Para sport systems into clear and compelling donor narratives, and takes pride in enabling transformative philanthropic partnerships behind the scenes.

Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000 – $68,000 annually plus benefits

Reports: Executive Director, Paralympic Foundation of Canada

Location: Remote within Canada, with travel to CPC head office in Ottawa for occasional in-person meetings.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct prospect research to identify, qualify, and prioritize major gift prospects aligned with the foundation’s philanthropic priorities and strategic objectives
• Prepare donor briefings, research summaries, and internal materials to support solicitation and engagement strategies
• Develop customized funding proposals, cases for support, and presentations that connect donor interests to nationally delivered Para sport programs, athlete development pathways, and broader community initiatives
• Support solicitation activity by coordinating timelines, tracking moves, and ensuring alignment between foundation leadership and frontline fundraisers
• Assist with donor stewardship, including impact reporting, donor communications, and recognition that reflect Paralympic Foundation of Canada outcomes and system-level impact
• Maintain accurate prospect strategies, solicitation activity, and reporting within the CRM
• Provide analytical, administrative, and coordination support to strengthen major gift planning and decision-making

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• High attention to detail and comfort managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Understanding of major gift fundraising and donor-center relationship management
• Interest in high-performance and community Para sport systems and creating opportunities for people with disabilities
• Ability to work discreetly and collaboratively within a matrixed environment that includes fundraising, governance, and sport operations

Working Conditions

• Remote Environment: working remotely from Canada most of the time and as needed in the office.
• The CPC Head Office is currently located in Ottawa, ON.
• Staff based outside of Ottawa will be expected to travel to Ottawa a few times a year or as the job demands.
• Overnight and overseas travel and off-site work required (e.g., Games, Site Visits, Events, Meetings, etc.)
• Will be required to work evenings and weekends during busy periods, including Games and other special events.

Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

CPC is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, record of offences, age, marital status, family status, or disability. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented or marginalized groups to apply.

CPC welcomes and encourages applications from First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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