Fundraising director leading major-gift strategy, donor stewardship, and development operations. Advancing CCPA’s progressive research and advocacy for social, economic, and environmental justice.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic fund development plan with the Executive Director
Lead fundraising planning, setting annual goals, priorities, performance metrics, and revenue targets
Identify sustainable donor pipeline opportunities, partnerships, and revenue streams
Advise the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and committees on fundraising and development
Oversee the Development Department and its staff, including three full-time team members and two part-time term employees
Implement fundraising systems, policies, procedures, and operational processes
Conduct annual staff performance reviews
Provide regular revenue reports to the Executive Director
Prepare and oversee the annual development budget and ensure it is balanced
Ensure the health of the donor database and donor processing
Foster a collaborative and equitable Development team environment
Lead major-gift donor stewardship and advise staff on regional relationship development across Canada
Develop donor relations and stewardship plans, including engagement events
Direct and approve annual giving appeals, email and direct-mail solicitations, and broad solicitation campaigns
Oversee the legacy donation program and prospecting for new donors
Represent CCPA at public events and develop relationships with funding partners
Plan and support donor engagement events and secure sponsorships
Requirements
Post-secondary degree
7–10 years of progressive fundraising experience
Demonstrated success securing and stewarding major gifts
Experience using donor management systems and fundraising databases; DonorPerfect experience is an asset
Ability to develop fundraising plans, establish measurable objectives, and achieve ambitious revenue targets
Experience engaging donors of all ages and backgrounds and stewarding them to become donors
Leadership experience within a growing organization
Expertise in strategic and goal-oriented team management, administration, operations, and financial management
Proven record within an advocacy organization
Knowledge of and commitment to the CCPA’s vision and social justice objectives
Capacity to manage and lead a diverse team in a unionized environment
Demonstrated project management skills
Strategic thinking and active research into future industry trends
Excellent judgment, integrity, and discretion
Ability to provide sound direction and advice on complex issues at all organizational levels
Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and public speaking skills in English
Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive workplace
Demonstrated professional development activity, including engagement in AFP, CCAE, CAGP, and other national organizations
French skills are an asset
Benefits
Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
Professional development activity and engagement in national fundraising organizations supported
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