If you are a natural relationship builder with a proven track record in major gift fundraising and are eager to help children and youth across Canada be successful in a world increasingly driven by innovation, we want to hear from you! We invite you to submit your application to join Lets Talk Science Canadas leading national, charitable organization that engages youth in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Lets Talk Science believes equity, diversity and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are committed to employment equity, building a diverse workforce and accessibility for all employees and program participants. We invite you to complete a brief questionnaire to help us build and measure our efforts to attract members of Equity Deserving communities to employment with Lets Talk Science at https://questionpro.ca/t/AB3unpnZB3uwj1. Senior Advancement OfficerThe Senior Advancement Officer is dedicated to the advancement of Lets Talk Science. A professional fundraiser, they understand both philanthropy and sponsorship, strategic and tactical levels of fundraising. With a national overview for team success, the role manages a pool of prospects and donors to develop and has demonstrated success in major gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations. The Senior Advancement Officer possesses excellent interpersonal skills, can speak and write persuasively and is motivated by goals. Essential to success in this role will be the ability to engage, cultivate and solicit prospects and match their interests with Lets Talk Science national and regional funding priorities. Requirements/QualificationsA post-secondary degree in a fund development, communications, business discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experienceAt least 7 years of related experience, including at least 5 years of experience with a record of success soliciting and securing major gifts and meeting annual goals of $1+millionCFRE designation an assetKnowledge of the national business community, corporate social responsibility practicesHigh level of proficiency with: Raisers Edge, research tools, Microsoft OfficeExperience fundraising in the charitable sector or education institutionsBilingual (English-French) an assetFlexibility to work outside regular hoursWillingness to travel for meetings as appropriateThis is a full-time permanent position. A full position description can be downloaded from our website at: https://letstalkscience.ca/employment-opportunities. This position is also available in French at https://parlonssciences.ca/travaillez-pour-nous. We also invite you to visit our website at https://letstalkscience.ca/ parlonssciences.ca to learn more about our organization including our historical and ongoing commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility https://letstalkscience.ca/about-us/equity / https://parlonssciences.ca/a-notre-sujet/equiteBenefits and Perks of Working at Lets Talk ScienceCompetitive salary and flexible hours Remote work option that enables you to join us anywhere in Canada with support for set-up and connectivity Starting with three (3) weeks' annual vacation plus a 2-week paid closure over the DecemberJanuary holiday period Comprehensive group benefit package, including health, dental, vision, life and critical illness Training to support our commitment to EDIA Let's Talk Science has paused the enforcement of our mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. We will continue to strongly recommend vaccination; we will monitor and follow the scientific research but will not require that any new staff be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of their employment. Please note that the policy will continue to exist and may be enforced again in the future if warranted. Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter (including salary expectations) quoting Senior Advancement Officer as outlined below by 11:59 pm ET on April 13, 2025 to: Shawna Agathos Human Resources Generalist, Lets Talk Science 1510 Woodcock Street, Unit 8 London ON N6H 5S1 Or via email: hr@letstalkscience.ca (please submit all documents in one pdf file) FAX: (519) 474-4085 Equity StatementLets Talk Science is committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge the shared lands we live and work on across Canada and that our national office is situated on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Wyandot and Anishinaabe. Lets Talk Science values the diverse and intersectional identities of its stakeholders and staff. Lets Talk Science believes equity, diversity and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity and is committed to accessibility for all employees. We are committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society that will enrich our work and learning environment. Lets Talk Science seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applications who identify as First Nations, Mtis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women, and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodation to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We thank everyone for their expression of interest and are truly appreciative of the time individuals put into applying. However, with the limitations on time only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Senior Advancement Officer