The Baycrest Foundation has an opportunity for
STEWARDSHIP SPECIALIST
Full-Time
Position Type: Full-time
Shift Type: Day
Bi-Weekly Hours: 70 Hours
Hours of Work: 7 hrs /shift
Posting Number: 7601
Union: Non-Union
Date Posted: March 7, 2024
Job Summary:
The Baycrest Foundation provides crucial funding to the Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care. The Foundation solicits funds from donors either through direct solicitation or events. The Stewardship Specialist, as a member of the Major Gifts/Principal Giving team, contributes to the successful operation of a comprehensive stewardship program, ensuring that the Foundation exceeds donor expectations in the ways that we acknowledge, recognize, engage and are accountable to our donors.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Develop customized recognition plans for donors in collaboration with major gift officers based on Foundation recognition standards
- Execute agreed-upon recognition, including overseeing the installation of physical recognition, liaising with vendors, adhering to required timelines
- Create mock-ups and visuals for donors, working with vendors as appropriate
- Overseeing the production of stewardship reports and other donor communications as deemed necessary
- Contribute to the production of annual report, newsletter, and donor story features as required
- Oversee execution of Donor Spotlight stories for web or Foundation / Hospital digital displays, in conjunction with Major Gifts and MarComm
- Edit and maintain accuracy of donor listings for annual report, Hall of Honour, and all donor materials
- Maintain and monitor a stewardship calendar, ensuring compliance
- Triggering and authoring personal acknowledgement and stewardship letters
- Contribute to annual updates and ongoing maintenance to Hall of Honour wall and digital display by liaising with vendors, maintaining accurate records, etc.
- Review and revise all gift documentation for accuracy and compliance of terms, conditions, & donor information
Qualifications include but are not limited to:
- University degree or recognized or equivalent in a related field of study
- Minimum three (3) years direct donor experience in the not-for-profit sector.
- Excellent writing skills, particularly for fundraising
- Excellent project management skills
- Knowledge of principles and techniques relevant to major gift fundraising.
- Experience working with volunteers is an asset.
- Experience with InDesign and/or Photoshop an asset
- Member of ADRP and/or AFP an asset
- Proficient computer skills and the ability to work with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point
- Exceptional attention to detail, both in terms of data accuracy and creative aesthetics.
- Ability to work independently and accurately as well as solve problems effectively
- Excellent multi-tasking skills with the ability to handle competing priorities effectively in a busy and fluid work environment.
Additional Benefits:
- Competitive Salary and Vacation
- Opportunity to enroll in the Extended Health Care and Dental Benefit Plan
- Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online through the Baycrest intranet. Failure to include your resume may affect your candidacy for this position. All communication related to this job posting will be sent to the email address used to submit your application.
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The Foundation is committed to fostering a climate of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community, and we support an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, and participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. We welcome applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas within our community. We are committed to fair assessment of a candidate’s abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non- traditional career paths. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process where needed.
Please note that Baycrest has implemented mandatory vaccination for all employees. It is a condition of employment that new employees provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the start date of employment. This means that all new employees must have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada at least 14 days prior to their start date. In addition, it is a condition of employment that all new hires obtain and submit proof of all booster vaccines as approved and recommended by Health Canada.
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Baycrest is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at [email protected] or 416-785-2500, ext. 2961. All successful candidates will be required to complete a police reference check/vulnerable sector screen and submit proof of two doses of vaccination against COVID-19, unless exempt. Such exemptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 