Director of Advancement

4 weeks ago

british columbia canada ca TallSky Consulting Group Full time

THIS IS AN IN-OFFICE OPPORTUNITY IN VICTORIA, BC. (If you are not yet based in Victoria, please ensure you confirm your willingness to relocate for this role.)

On behalf of St. Michaels University School (SMUS) we have a new senior leadership opportunity for a strategic Director of Advancement in Victoria, BC. Reporting to the Head of School, you will develop a strong culture of philanthropy while building and strengthening relationships across a broad range of constituents. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will serve on the Advancement Committee of the School's Board of Governors and liaise closely with other Boards and volunteer groups.

Do you bring proven experience developing stewardship strategies and setting priorities, goals, and budgets for an Advancement department? Do you thrive on empowering teams, fostering growth, and creating a collaborative and supportive environment? Is working in a positive environment with colleagues who are engaged and love what they are doing important to you? If you have answered "yes," this is an opportunity to become deeply engaged in the life of this amazing school.

What makes St. Michaels University School a great employer?

St. Michaels University School is a Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 day and boarding school with a global reputation for academic excellence. Their students, from over 30 countries, are offered opportunities in academics, athletics, arts, leadership, service, and outdoor education.

When you join their culture of excellence, you will be making a difference and supporting their vision for students to learn, to lead and to serve, all while developing your career. In their beautiful work environment, you will also enjoy:

  • Competitive compensation including a salary of $150,000 - $210,000 based on related experience and education.
  • Extensive health benefits that start on your date of hire
  • A strong RRSP matching program
  • A tuition discount for your children if accepted to the school

What could your day as the Director of Advancement include?

  • Develop and oversee the integration of all advancement programs, including fundraising, alumni relations, donor stewardship, communications, and archives.
  • Establish a strong organizational and departmental culture rooted in teamwork, collaboration, transparency, shared goals, and performance.
  • Plan and execute a comprehensive annual fundraising program to meet approved targets, exceeding $1,000,000 annually and lead additional fundraising campaigns, including the Journey for Life capital campaign outlined in the Floreat 2030 Strategic Plan.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key constituents, engaging in direct stewardship and major gift solicitations in the six- and seven-figure range.
  • Provide strategic direction to the St. Michaels University School Alumni Association Board and the Parents' Auxiliary Board, attending events and supporting their initiatives.
  • Manage the annual Advancement operating budget in collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer and the Head of School.
  • Ensure the Advancement team meets its goals while fostering a culture of professional growth and development, and invest in team engagement, professional development, and strengthening community connections through events and partnerships.
  • Develop data-driven fundraising strategies, including donor identification and tracking, systematized data collection, and AI integration for enhanced fundraising performance.

This is only a small sampling of what your day could hold. Please be sure to review the full Job Description to learn more about this opportunity.

Our ideal Director of Advancement brings:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination education/certification and experience is required; Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification preferred.
  • Minimum of 7 years of fundraising experience with a proven record of success in major campaigns.
  • Minimum of 5 years of team leadership experience is required with the demonstrated ability to mentor and motivate a team to achieve fundraising goals.

Skills and Abilities that will help you thrive in this role:

  • Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally for school business.
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, interpersonal, and writing skills.
  • Strong relationship-building and networking capabilities.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
  • Superior emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, self-management, social agility, empathy, and strategic influence.

How to apply:

Before applying to this senior leadership opportunity, please be sure to review the full Job Description to confirm that you bring the required skills and experience to excel in this exciting role. If you do, and you would love to join a culture where people from all backgrounds and walks of life can flourish, then forward your confidential application to TallSky Consulting . We look forward to receiving your application

TallSky is committed to supporting our clients in building inclusive cultures that embrace differences. Our approach reflects professional employment equity practices, and we believe in celebrating each candidate's uniqueness. Diverse teams learn how to communicate respectfully, deliver more innovative solutions, and are better positioned for long-term success.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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