Manager, Philanthropy

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Who Are We?

We’re an amazing team, doing amazing things every day. Inn from the Cold is the largest organization in the Calgary region dedicated to supporting families experiencing a housing crisis.

At Inn from the Cold, we offer more than a job; we provide an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of families in need. Our values guide us — compassion, accountability, respect, inclusivity, courage, and innovation. We are driven by our vision of a thriving community where every child and family has a safe and stable place to call home.

We prioritize people, recognizing the uniqueness and worth of everyone who walks through our doors. Our commitment to reconciliation and equity is not just a statement; it's a journey we're dedicated to, actively working alongside Indigenous peoples and marginalized communities to dismantle oppressive structures. As a trauma informed organization, we create a safe and supportive environment, promoting healing and resilience.

We are a multidisciplinary team united by a shared vision, mission and values. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, and we believe that diverse perspectives drive our success. It is this diversity and the respect and value we have for each other and our community that makes us stronger.

If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the position below to see if there’s a fit with your skills and experience.

What Are We Looking For?

Position Title: Manager, Philanthropy

Job Type: Full Time

Department: Philanthropy & Engagement

Reports to: Vice President, Philanthropy & Engagement

Position Overview

The Manager, Philanthropy plays a critical role in advancing The INN's the major gifts program and driving sustainable philanthropic revenue growth. The Manager, Philanthropy will lead and develop a high-performance major gifts team while also managing a personal portfolio of major gifts prospects and donors, with responsibility for cultivating relationships, advancing opportunities and securing significant, multi-year commitments.

Working closely with the VP, Philanthropy & Engagement and the Philanthropy & Engagement team, the Manager provides day to day leadership of the major gifts program, strengthens prospect and pipeline development, and identifies opportunities to grow major and transformational giving. The role collaborates across the organization to align donor interests with organizational priorities and deliver meaningful donor engagement and stewardship.

This successful candidate is a results-oriented fundraising professional with strong relationship building skills, strategic thinking, sound judgement and a collaborative leadership style. They will be able to lead and develop a strong team, build trusted donor relationships and connect donors with meaningful opportunities to support the INN's priorities.

What You’ll Do

Lead the development and execution of major gift fundraising strategies that support The Inn’s priorities and revenue goals.

Manage a personal portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, with a focus on gifts of $50,000+.

Build and actively manage a strong pipeline of major and transformational gift prospects.

Cultivate new donor relationships and deepen existing relationships through thoughtful engagement, solicitation and stewardship.

Develop donor strategies and compelling proposals that connect donor interests with opportunities to support The Inn.

Promote strong prospect management and consistent use of Raiser's Edge NXT or other donor CRM across the philanthropy team.

Lead, coach and support the team to strengthen portfolio management, donor engagement and fundraising results.

Work closely with the VP, Philanthropy & Engagement and internal teams to identify fundraising opportunities, establish priorities and advance major gift relationships.

This position description reflects the general duties of the role, but is not intended to include all duties that may be inherent in the position. The Manager, Philanthropy may be asked to perform other duties as required or assigned.

What You Bring to Our Mission

Post-secondary education in fundraising, business, communications, nonprofit management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

5+ years of progressive fundraising or philanthropy experience, with demonstrated success building donor relationships and generating philanthropic revenue.

Experience with major gifts, individual giving and donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.

Experience leading, coaching and developing staff, with the ability to build a collaborative and accountable team.

Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with donors, community partners and organizational leaders.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing donor communications, proposals and other fundraising materials.

Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Experience using a donor CRM; experience with Raiser's Edge NXT is considered an asset.

Experience using fundraising data to support decision-making.

Sound judgment, initiative and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Knowledge of fundraising ethics, donor stewardship practices and the charitable/nonprofit sector.

Knowledge of family homelessness, shelters and affordable housing is considered an asset.

• What We Offer
• We provide people with meaningful work and are committed to offering equitable benefits and total compensation to all staff, including:

Competitive salary, where all employees are paid a living wage at minimum

Focus on health and wellbeing, including access to employer paid extended health benefits, dental benefits, annual health spending account and employer matched RRSP contributions

Commitment to your mental wellbeing with free and confidential support through the Employee & Family Assistance Program

Work life balance, including paid vacation starting at three weeks, wellness days, and 12 paid statutory holidays

Supportive and flexible work environment, with ongoing training and development opportunities

Potlucks, celebrations, employee engagement initiatives and plenty of fun

Strong commitment to advancing reconciliation, aligning with the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

Recognition that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength in diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

• Our Commitment
• Join us in a workplace where your actions contribute to breaking down barriers, fostering equity, and creating a truly inclusive and antiracist space. At Inn from the Cold, you're not just an employee but a crucial part of a community, making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The INN is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is valued and prioritized. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about our mission and can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We value unique perspectives and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of talents and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, place of ori