As of November 7, 2026, Jobsy lists 32 development officer jobs in Canada. The median advertised pay is $81,692 a year (from 10 postings). The most active employers are Kids Help Phone, University of Waterloo and Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. Skills often requested: communication skills, fundraising, microsoft office and research.
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3+ YOECandidates need a university degree in a relevant discipline and at least three years of related experience, including demonstrated professional fundraising experience. Strong communication skills, good judgement, computer proficiency and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion are also needed.
Microsoft Office, MS Windows, centralized fundraising system
1+ YOESaint James Music Academy needs candidates with one to three years of grant writing, fundraising or non-profit experience, strong persuasive writing skills, and strong organization. Competence with Microsoft Office and CRM software is required, and Salesforce experience is an asset.
3+ YOECandidates need at least 3 years of fundraising, community engagement or communications experience, preferably in a nonprofit, and fluency in spoken and written Punjabi and English. Experience with South Asian communities, donor engagement and CRM or donor database systems is preferred.
2+ YOEWISH Drop-In Centre Society needs candidates with at least 2 years in individual giving or donor relations and strong writing skills. Candidates need high DonorPerfect proficiency, Microsoft Office 365, and basic graphic design skills, plus alignment with WISH's sex workers' rights and harm reduction values.
DonorPerfect, Constant Contact, Asana, Canva, Slack, Claude
International Institute for Genocide and Human Rights Studies (A Division of the Zoryan Institute)
Candidates need an undergraduate degree in the Humanities, Social Sciences or a related field, plus fundraising certification and proven success in donor stewardship and grant writing. Strong English writing skills and an interest in human rights, genocide or diaspora studies are also required.
5+ YOECandidates need post-secondary education or equivalent experience, and at least five years in fundraising, business development, sales or a similar relationship-based role. They need strong communication skills, experience with donor databases such as Raiser's Edge, and access to personal transportation.
3+ YOECandidates need three or more years of fundraising or development experience, ideally in the arts or non-profit sector. They need proven results in annual giving, strong writing skills, donor database or CRM proficiency, and availability for some evenings and weekends.
3+ YOECandidates need a university degree or college diploma in fundraising, business, marketing, communications or nonprofit management, or equivalent experience. They need 3 to 5 years of fundraising experience, a record of meeting revenue targets and experience with DonorPerfect or a similar donor database.
5+ YOECandidates need 5-7 years of fundraising experience, including securing five-figure gifts for a nonprofit. They also need a university degree or equivalent, strong relationship-building, writing, and project management skills, and donor database experience.
Donor management software, Spreadsheet software, Word processing software
3+ YOECandidates need at least three years in a technical or customer service role, with CRM, database and spreadsheet skills. Nonprofit or fundraising experience is an asset, along with strong written and verbal communication and a commitment to equity and anti-racism.
CRM, Spreadsheets, Digital platforms, Direct mail systems
3+ YOECandidates need 3-5 years of experience in project management, event planning, sponsorship or fund development, plus a business degree or college diploma. Strong organization, budget tracking, vendor coordination and Microsoft Office skills are required, and Raiser's Edge and bilingual French are assets.
Microsoft Office, Raiser's Edge, electronic databases
5+ YOECandidates need at least 5 years of fundraising, event or sponsorship experience and a related degree or equivalent. Strong organization, analysis, writing and relationship skills are required, along with advanced Microsoft 365 and CRM experience, and a valid driver's licence. French is a strong asset.
Raiser's Edge NXT, Raisin, Funraisin, Luminate, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
3+ YOECandidates need at least 3 years of major gifts experience, a record of meeting revenue targets and success securing multi-year gifts of $100K or more. A degree or related sales or business development experience, plus Microsoft Office and Raiser's Edge skills, are also needed.
3+ YOECandidates need at least 3 years of major gifts fundraising experience with a record of meeting revenue targets, and a university or college degree or sales or business development experience. They must communicate well, work independently and use Microsoft Office and Raiser's Edge.
Raiser's Edge, Microsoft Office, Electronic databases
University of Waterloo: In a complex and rapidly evolving world, WatSPEED at the University of Waterloo is professional education that’s designed to be different.
Candidates need a university degree or equivalent experience and 0 to 5+ years of fundraising experience depending on level, with major gift experience for the higher levels. Strong communication, relationship-building, project management and computer skills, including Microsoft Office and constituent management software, are required.
University of Waterloo: In a complex and rapidly evolving world, WatSPEED at the University of Waterloo is professional education that’s designed to be different.
Candidates need a university degree or equivalent experience and 0 to 5+ years of fundraising experience depending on level, with major gift experience for the higher levels. Strong communication, relationship-building, project management and computer skills, including Microsoft Office and constituent management software, are required.
3+ YOECandidates need post-secondary education and 3 to 6 years of digital marketing and fundraising experience. They need strong Microsoft Office and graphic design skills, eCRM use and data analysis, and clear written communication.
Microsoft Office, Adobe, Canva, Fundraise Up, Raiser's Edge, WordPress
3+ YOECandidates need a university degree or college diploma in fundraising, business, marketing, communications, nonprofit management or a related field, or equivalent experience. They need 3 to 5 years of progressive fundraising experience, a record of meeting revenue targets, donor database skills (Donor Perfect or similar), and comfort with sensitive conversations about grief and end-of-life care.
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario: YMCA of Southwestern Ontario operates two overnight camps, one in Point Pelee National Park, and one on Beausoleil Island in Muskoka.
3+ YOECandidates need a university or college degree, at least 3 years of development experience in donor relations and fundraising, and at least 3 years of event planning and volunteer management. They also need strong MS Office skills, a valid driver's licence with their own vehicle, and a current criminal record check.
2+ YOECandidates need at least 2 years of progressive fundraising experience, ideally in higher education, with success in securing major gifts. Strong communication, relationship-building, organization and donor database skills are needed. An undergraduate degree is required, and a CFRE is an asset.
3+ YOECandidates need a degree or diploma in community, urban or municipal planning, construction management or a related field, plus at least three years of land planning, development or project management experience. Management experience, CAD, GIS and Microsoft Office skills, and experience with Indigenous communities are required or valued.
1+ YOECandidates need a one-year Alberta Land Use Planning certificate or equivalent and at least one year of related experience, plus knowledge of the Municipal Government Act and land use rules. Strong writing, communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret legislation, titles and site plans, are required.
8+ YOECandidates need a bachelor's degree in a related field, CFRE, or an equivalent mix of education and experience, plus a proven record in major gifts or campaigns. Strong written and presentation skills, comfort working with senior leaders and Boards, and experience with Tessitura or similar fundraising databases are also needed.
5+ YOECandidates need five years of fundraising, corporate donations or business development experience and post-secondary education in development, marketing or communications. A postgraduate certificate in fundraising and a CFRE designation are assets. A satisfactory vulnerable sector check is required.
How much does a development officer make in Canada?
The median advertised pay is $81,692 a year, across 10 postings that list pay. The lowest quarter pays under $66,503 and the top quarter over $88,161.
Who is hiring development officers?
Kids Help Phone (4), University of Waterloo (2), Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity (2), BCSPCA (1) and City of Spruce Grove (1).
What skills do development officer jobs ask for?
Postings most often mention communication skills, fundraising, microsoft office, research, reporting, attention to detail, collaboration and project management.