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Position: Community Giving Manager<br />
Organization: Ecology Action Centre<br />
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia<br />
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ABOUT US<br />
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The Ecology Action Centre is a dynamic and vibrant environmental charity based in Nova Scotia. Since 1971, we have proudly served in a leadership role, tackling critical environmental issues from biodiversity protection to climate change to environmental justice. Grounded in community, we are a strong voice and watchdog for our environment, taking a holistic approach to the environment, our economy, and the creation of a just and sustainable society.<br />
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We strive to promote a diverse and inclusive organizational culture that emphasizes strong values, collaboration, quality work, and real impact. We value our members, volunteers, staff, and partners. The EAC is a collaborative environment with opportunities for learning and professional development.<br />
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ABOUT YOU<br />
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You thrive on building genuine relationships. You are a seasoned, inspired and goal-oriented fundraising professional. You have a passion for the environment and enjoy a dynamic and collaborative work environment.<br />
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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES<br />
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The Ecology Action Centre is seeking a Community Giving Manger. With a blossoming membership of 5,000, a strong team including engaged senior fundraising volunteers, and one of the largest monthly giving programs in Atlantic Canada, the stage is set to take our programs to the next level.<br />
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The Community Giving Manager will be responsible for successfully implementing the goals and tactics outlined in EACs fundraising strategy and contributing to continued strategy development. They will ensure the continued growth and success EACs private donor/member fundraising initiatives as we prepare for our upcoming 50th anniversary and beyond. Our ideal candidate loves to build relationships and is goal driven with a passion for collaboration and innovation.<br />
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Reporting to the Director of Operations & Development the positions specific responsibilities include:<br />
Major Gifts Prospect, solicit, cultivate and steward a caseload of 125-150 existing and new major donors, with a focus on securing gifts over $10,000. Portfolio target between $400,000 - $500,000.<br />
Legacy Giving Grow and improve the Legacy Giving program while stewarding existing legacy gift donors.<br />
Fundraising strategy development Collaborate to build and evolve fundraising strategies<br />
Membership Oversee and support a strong team around membership acquisition and retention (focus on monthly giving) including an online acquisition strategy.<br />
Additional Fundraising Oversee and support Third Party Fundrainsing, Sustainability Allies (corporate giving), and Direct Mail, with some event support.<br />
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Additional responsibilities Include working with communications staff and supporting the overall work of the Ecology Action Centre and promoting our overall impact.<br />
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REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE<br />
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General<br />
Passion for environmental issues.<br />
Proven successful fundraising track record in major gifts, with an emphasis on face to face solicitation.<br />
Persuasive personality with exemplary interpersonal and general communication skills.<br />
Strong writing skills.<br />
Superb relationship-building skills and ability to train and coach fundraising staff and senior volunteers.<br />
Strong knowledge of monthly giving programs and how to evaluate their success.<br />
Develop a marketing impact chart (MIC) to track progress of giving and donor relationship.<br />
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, independently and as part of a team.<br />
Strong organizational skills, initiative, and a diplomatic, creative, and optimistic approach to complex issues.<br />
Experience working and/or volunteering in a non-profit organization.<br />
Experience working with CIVI CRM, Raisers Edge or Salesforce<br />
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Major Gifts<br />
Minimum 3-5 years in securing major gifts over $10,000.<br />
Experience in all aspects of the donor stewardship and cultivation cycle.<br />
Ability to mentor staff on major gift fundraising.<br />
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Communication and Marketing<br />
Excellent communication skills: public speaking, writing, delivering presentations to various audiences, and participating in group meetings.<br />
Experience in creating persuasive donor offer packages, solicitation materials and fundraising letters.<br />
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Legacy Giving<br />
Strong understanding of legacy giving and estate planning.<br />
Ability to manage conversations around end-of-life matters with donors and supporters.<br />
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Direct Mail<br />
Successful track record in direct mail marketing and insights on segmentation strategy.<br />
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Other<br />
Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.<br />
Willing to travel within NS.<br />
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DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:<br />
Experience with engagement organizing, storytelling and/or developmental evaluation.<br />
Valid drivers license.<br />
Membership in AFP-NS in good standing is an asset.<br />
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TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT<br />
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Ideal Start Date: Week of August 01, 2020.<br />
Full-time: 37.5 hours per week. Salary based on experience. 4 weeks of paid vacation; cost-shared benefits plan; indefinite term contract.<br />
Hours: Monday to Friday variable hours. Some evening and weekend work will be required.<br />
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia in one of the most energy efficient office buildings in Canada.<br />
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TO APPLY:<br />
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Please email a cover letter, resume, and 2 references as a single PDF document with the file name as follows: LastName_FirstName.pdf to Andrew Sponagle via employment@ecologyaction.ca. Please include expected salary in your cover letter. Please use the subject line "Community Giving Manager".<br />
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APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11:59pm on Friday, July 03, 2020.<br />
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We thank all applicants for their time and interest, however only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Interviews will take place beginning July 06, 2020.<br />
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The Ecology Action Centre is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from individuals in traditionally marginalized groups such as: racialized people, Indigenous people, lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender and queer people, and persons with disabilities. We encourage applicants to self-identify in their cover letter or application if they are a member of a marginalized community. Diversity is a stated value of the Ecology Action Centre. Moreover, diversity in the EAC community is a strength that we seek to cultivate. It is the responsibility of every employee of EAC to foster a culture that embraces and promotes diversity.<br />
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The Ecology ActionCentre was founded in 1971 and is one of Nova Scotias most active environmental organizations. The Centre welcomes new members and volunteers: <a href="http://www.ecologyaction.ca" title="http://www.ecologyaction.ca">http://www.ecologyaction.ca</a>.<br />
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