Senior Officer, Events

BC SPCA; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The BC SPCA is seeking a Senior Officer, Events to lead fundraising efforts, primarily for the Offleashed Vancouver Gala. This permanent, full-time position requires strong event management skills, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to the organization's mission of animal welfare. The role involves strategic planning, budget management, and team collaboration to ensure successful events that support the BC SPCA's initiatives.

Benefits

Three weeks’ vacation

Twelve sick days

Health benefits

Employer RRSP contributions

Positive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of fundraising and events experience.
• Understanding of event and fundraising strategies.
• Ability to work independently and create processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution for the annual Offleashed Vancouver Gala.
• Manage fundraising strategy, logistics, and budgets.
• Collaborate with the Philanthropy team to grow support.

Skills

Event management

Fundraising strategies

Data management

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Opportunity: Senior Officer, Events - Revenue Development

If you are up for the challenge and would like to be considered for this position, we would like to hear from you. The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is looking to fill the following career opportunity:

Title : Senior Officer, Events - Revenue Development

Reports to : Manager, Community Giving & Engagement

Status : Permanent, Full-time

Please add your resume and cover letter to complete your application.

We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion on our website. We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission and principles.

As Senior Officer, Events at the BC SPCA, you’ll join one of the most innovative and successful fundraising teams in Canada. The BC SPCA is funded by compassionate animal lovers who help us assist more than 135,000 animals each year. Your work will support these efforts. This role leads planning and execution of various fundraising and stewardship events, primarily focusing on the Offleashed Vancouver Gala, and also supporting the Offleashed Victoria Gala, Fur Balls, and other events across the province.

This position is based out of the BC SPCA Provincial Office in Vancouver (Hybrid); effective remote work will be required.

What’s it like working at the BC SPCA?

Our Team: The fundraising team fosters a fun, supportive, and positive work culture. We are results-driven and committed to excellence through professionalism, compassion, collaboration, and innovation.

What we do: We’re passionate about helping animals live safe, healthy, and loved lives, and about supporting their humans too. We’re the only animal welfare organization in B.C. with authority to enforce laws related to animal cruelty. We’re also one of North America’s most progressive organizations, adhering to evidence-based standards of care.

The role of Senior Officer, Events

• Lead planning and execution for the annual Offleashed Vancouver Gala, working with the Development Assistant, Events.
• Manage fundraising strategy, programmatic elements, logistics, timelines, budgets, sponsor recognition, donor stewardship, and marketing.
• Collaborate with the Philanthropy team and committee members to build relationships and grow support for Offleashed Vancouver. Steward a small portfolio of supporters.
• Oversee logistics for the Offleashed Victoria Gala and two Fur Balls, advising on future event strategies.
• Ensure event themes, branding, messaging align with organizational objectives and support KPIs and organizational goals.
• Use metrics to evaluate program success and report regularly.
• Maintain relationships with industry peers and pursue ongoing education and innovation.
• Supervise and mentor the Development Assistant, Events.

A typical day might include:

• Developing sponsorship and ticket pricing strategies.
• Meeting with colleagues and designers to refresh event branding.
• Reviewing event websites and providing feedback.
• Reconciling revenue data with Raiser’s Edge.
• Scheduling video shoots and preparing interview briefs.
• Preparing guest lists and briefing the CEO.

What kind of person are you?

• Motivated, innovative problem-solver
• Empathetic and relationship-focused
• Adaptable, confident, and mature in decision-making
• Warm, patient, and collaborative
• Aligned with the BC SPCA’s mission and principles

What skills have you developed?

• Post-secondary education plus 5-8 years of fundraising and events experience, or equivalent
• Understanding of event and fundraising strategies, best practices, and goal achievement
• Experience in creating and managing budgets, vendor relationships, and guiding colleagues and volunteers
• Ability to work independently, create processes, and recognize when to escalate issues
• Data management and analysis skills, supporting initiatives and demonstrating success
• Effective communication with diverse audiences
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Results-oriented with good prioritization skills
• CRM experience (Raiser’s Edge preferred), familiarity with online ticketing and auction systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, open environment
• Availability for some evenings and weekends
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License

Additional benefits include three weeks’ vacation, twelve sick days, a hybrid work model, health benefits, employer RRSP contributions, and a positive workplace culture. Plus, there are dogs in the office every day!

To apply, submit your combined resume and cover letter. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

No phone inquiries, please.