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Title posted on indeed.com - Development Officer ? Sponsorship

Posted on December 04, 2024 by Employer details TELUS World of Science - Edmonton

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POSTING NO.: ESSF 1746 AFFILIATION: CSU52 The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation Development Officer ? Sponsorship Permanent Full - Time Join TELUS World of Science ? Edmonton (TWOSE) as we embark on our 40th trip around the sun! Situated in the heart of amiskwacîwâskahikan ???????????? in Treaty Six Territory and the Métis Homeland, we are the destination to engage Albertans? hearts and minds in science, with a mission to ignite curiosity, inspire discovery, celebrate science, and change lives. We take pride in building a culture that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. Science is for everyone, and the Science Centre team is as diverse as our guests. We encourage Black, Indigenous, and racialized peoples, persons living with disability and neurodiversity, women, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all minority groups to apply. Be part of an organization that values diverse perspectives, identities, abilities, and expressions. From cosmic discoveries through telescopes to ?Aha!? moments under microscopes, join the Science Centre as we celebrate the endless possibilities of science for the next 40 years! POSITION SUMMARY: Under the guidance of the Senior Manager, Fund Development, the Development Officer will execute strategies to acquire sponsors, enhance sponsor engagement, increase retention, and drive revenue growth through the strategic expansion of the organization?s sponsorship program. The officer will also manage budgets and track return on investment. The Development Associate, Sponsorship, plays a vital role in advancing TELUS World of Science ? Edmonton?s mission by managing and growing the sponsorship program. This role focuses on identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding potential and existing sponsors who will financially support TWOSE?s mission-driven programming and capital initiatives. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Sponsorships: ? Design and implement sponsor acquisition, cultivation, and stewardship strategies that inspire deep and long-lasting engagement, with a focus on securing multi-year agreements ? Lead research and prospect management for sponsorship opportunities, including moves management strategies. ? Identify, qualify, and secure increased gifts from sponsors and donors. ? In collaboration with the Senior Manager, Fund Development, research, identify, and apply for grants, including those offered by government, foundation, corporate, and other funding agencies. ? Develop tailored cultivation strategies to understand each prospect?s interests, aligning them with organizational goals. ? Regularly communicate with sponsors through personalized outreach, updates, and stewardship efforts. ? Monitor and document interactions, track progress toward sponsorship goals, and adjust strategies to ensure sustained giving. ? Create and implement a sponsorship plan with the goal of growing sponsor revenue tied to evening revenue- generating events, such as Dark Matters events. ? Collaborate with Marketing & Community Relations team members to create and deploy targeted sponsor communications, including sponsor impact reports. Sponsorship Management ? Create new sponsorship strategies and plans, including direct contact, acquisition campaigns, and sponsor engagement strategies. ? Collaborate with the Senior Manager, Fund Development to set and achieve annual revenue goals, and create business plans and budgets, including monthly, annual, and multi-year KPIs. ? Work in Raiser?s Edge and manage segmented sponsor communication that optimizes engagement and giving across multiple channels. ? Work within the allocated budget for sponsor stewardship, tracking expenses and ensuring cost-effective campaign execution. ? Regularly report on sponsorship inventory, achievements, and risks to the Senior Manager, Fund Development to inform reporting, planning, and maximize the return on investment in the Sponsorship portfolio. ? Ensure compliance with FOIP, CRA, AFP, and other