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Description

The Childrens Festival of Saskatchewan is looking for a talented Development Coordinator to join our team year-round to support our fundraising and sponsorship initiatives! Help be an important part of our team by working closely with the General Manager to develop and strengthen donor, funder and sponsor relationships.

Duties include:
Assist in creating, implementing, and monitoring for success with fundraising goals;
Secure a targeted amount of gifts & sponsorships identified in the fundraising plan;
Solicit Foundation and Corporate Sponsorships for the festival and other events or initiatives;
Coordinate face-to-face solicitations;
Coordinate mail-out and email solicitations alongside the Marketing and Communications Coordinator;
Assist in creating and implementing our donor recognition program, including giving societies and guidelines for annual giving, mid-level, major and planned giving donors;
Participate in the writing of project grants, and seek out new funding opportunities;
Manage our sponsorship recognition, alongside the Marketing and  Communications Coordinator and General Manager;
Manage sponsorship payments and donation records, in collaboration with the Financial Coordinator and Administrative Assistant;
Coordinate donor events and initiatives to engage new and existing donors; and,
Mail or email all tax receipts for donations over $20, in a timely manner.

See the full job description on our website.

The festival is committed to inclusive hiring practices as well as adaptable work environments, and we encourage the applications of persons of all abilities, cultures, and orientations.

While we appreciate all applicants for taking the time to apply, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.