The prospect:As the Donor Relations and Stewardship Coordinator youll enhance the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskokas mission through effective donor communication fostering strong long-term relationships. Youll tailor communications based on donor preferences manage confidential donor information in Raisers Edge and protect staff and volunteer anonymity. Youll support donor recognition programs craft engaging messages and provide administrative and logistical support for fundraising initiatives. Your role guided by high ethical standards and YMCA values will help show appreciation and strengthen community Note: This is a hybrid role with travel and in person on-site time required in the Simcoe County Muskoka and Parry Sound this role you will: Manage the full donor relationship cycle from prospect identification to cultivation solicitation and stewardship by analyzing donor needs and utilizing tools like iWave to assess prospects and create personalized solicitation and evaluate customized strategies for managing relationships with donors volunteers and partners ensuring effective stewardship communication and adjustments based on donor preferences while adhering to fundraising ethics and maintaining campaign key messages and gather information for cultivation and stewardship reporting including program statistics and participant/donor delivering an integrated communication plan creating sending and monitoring engaging the development and implementation of campaign communications both digital and print for and implement unique communications related to signature events and capital support for various fundraising and promotional events including planning logistics and on-the-day support (e.g.
Move to Give Gala Comprehensive Campaigns and other events).Research major gift programs and stewardship activities in the bring:Degree or Diploma in Communications Public Relations Marketing or a related fieldMinimum 2-years of previous experience working in a nonprofit or charitable fundraising capacityKnowledge of Raisers Edge NXT an assetProven ability to multi-task and effectively manage time while adapting to shifting and emerging interpersonal written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational skills with an eye for detailStrong relationship-building and interpersonal skills including confidence with cold calling/visiting and a polite and skilled communication to speak persuasively to demonstrate the charitys impact and value own professional network a communication skills with a proven ability to craft personalized and unique forms of communication that effectively enhance and strengthen donor relationships with the skills include client database maintenance (experience with Raisers Edge CRM or MailChimp) databases and AI tools and I am comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).Strong attention to detail especially in data entry and donor records managementResourceful and independent but comfortable working with the framework of an integrated development program and team-oriented work for the Y:At the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members and staff. As the Donor Relations and Stewardship Coordinator you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our participants and the community.
You will work alongside a supportive team of individuals who are committed to our vision of building vibrant and connected communities where everyone :Compensation $24 per hourPaid Well- Being DaysYMCA Simcoe /Muskoka Wellness Day Benefits PlanPension Plan after 2 Years YMCA HealthFitness& AquaticsMembershipWhen people find a community where they belong they the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka we believe in creating spaces where everyone addition to a competitive salary and benefits package we offer ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow professionally and personally. Ifyourelooking for a challenging and rewarding career working with a diverse team where your own ideas will be heard then the YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka is the perfect place for us:The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a registered charity dedicated to building healthier stronger communities by promoting physical mental and social well-being for all. We offer a wide range of inclusive and affordable programs and services to individuals and families regardless of their background or financial will remain open until role is for an existing vacancy that is available or will be available at the time of fulfillment. We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment goal is a diverse inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Each step of our recruitment process is human-led; we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated screening needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the People and Culture department keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguardingjob offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check and employment reference checks. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position. Police Records Checks must be renewed every three years.