This is the most exciting time in the history of cancer research and care.

We are on the cusp of true transformation. Cancer is the world’s biggest health crisis, and the BC Cancer Foundation (BCCF)—the fundraising partner of BC Cancer- is positioned to lead the charitable sector and drive health care transformation to elevate cancer care for all British Columbians and beyond.

With over 90 employees working across five sites in B.C., and annual revenue of over $80 million, we are one of the largest non-profit organizations in B.C. We engage with over 100,000 donors and communities to inspire philanthropic investment in BC Cancer, partner with some of the world’s leading researchers, oncologists, care providers, and are governed by a Board of Directors leading in the community.

At the BC Cancer Foundation, we are a professional, passionate, and positive team who believe that we can help make a difference in the lives of all British Columbians and bring us closer to a world free from cancer.

We are driven by a collective purpose to be a catalyst, powering world-class innovation while supporting deeply personal cancer patient journeys.

About the Opportunity:

This role supports two key areas of Community Giving: Mass Participation Events (MPE) and Community Fundraisers (CF) programs. MPEs include Workout to Conquer Cancer and Cypress Challenge, which engage thousands of participants annually in peer-to-peer fundraising. Community Fundraisers are third-party initiatives organized by community champions to benefit the BC Cancer Foundation – we support over 200 annually, ranging from concerts and athletic events to headshaves and fashion shows, and many more.

The Development Officer will steward CF champions with fundraising goals of $10,000+, and support MPE teams and participants in their fundraising. The role also proactively identifies, cultivates and solicits new fundraising opportunities for both programs, and contributes to participant/champion retention, donor pipeline development, and cross-team collaboration.

Key responsibilities of this role include:

• Steward select CF champions raising over $10k, providing personalized support and helping them achieve or exceed their fundraising goals.
• Support MPE teams and participants, including onboarding, fundraising, coaching and stewardship.
• Lead outreach and engagement efforts to recruit new MPE teams and Community Fundraiser partnerships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to transition high-performing CF champions and MPE participants to other giving portfolios.
• Represent the BC Cancer Foundation at events, cheque presentations, and donor meetings, acting as a professional and positive ambassador.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years of experience in fundraising, business development, sales, or event management.
• Post-secondary education in a related field preferred.
• A valid driver’s license, regular access to a vehicle, and willingness to occasionally work outside normal business hours and travel within B.C.

Core Knowledge + Skills:

• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinking and ability to identify and act on growth opportunities
• Comfort with public speaking and donor-facing interactions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, project management tools (eg. Asana), and CRMs (eg. Raiser’s Edge), and online giving platforms
• Experience with peer-to-peer fundraising or third-party events is an asset
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to donor-centred fundraising

Salary Range: $58,000 to $70,000

What We Offer:

• 5 weeks’ vacation plus office closure between Christmas Eve and New Years, as well as half days office closures before each statutory holiday
• Comprehensive benefit package including coverage for health, dental, vision and various paramedical services, plus participation in the Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Participation in the Municipal Pension Plan after 1 year work anniversary

BC Cancer Foundation is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity & inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national or Indigenous origin, family or marital status, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation or socio-economic status.

If this position is of interest to you, please apply online at: http://bccancerfoundation.com/about-us/careers