Manager, Philanthropy

**Position Title**: Manager, Philanthropy & Partnerships

**Employment Status**: Temporary Full Time (6 months Contract)

**Position Status**:Non-Bargaining Unit position.

**Hours of Work Schedule**: 35 hours per week

**Salary Range**: Salary is commensurate on skills and experience, and within the range of $76,000 - $80,000 plus HOOPP

**Position Reports to**: Associate Vice President, Development

**Organization Overview**

**Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC)** is a registered, charitable organization that provides integrated, accessible, and equitable community based primary care, wellness services, and health education to Durham community members who face multiple barriers to their health and well-being.

DCHC also provides equity-based programs and services that focus on priority populations such as Indigenous, Black, the 2SLGBTQI Community, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors, and Unattached patients (i.e., those without a family doctor), to name a few. DCHC ensures Durham community members receive not only sick care, but preventive care as well.

At DCHC, we are a team-based interprofessional group of staff including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, counselors, dietitians, outreach workers, medical secretaries, and other administrative staff. We always place every client at the centre of our approach to care, based on their needs. We address these needs through integrated clinical and wellness care and health education.

It's an exciting time to be joining DCHC, while we are embarking on an energizing path with a focus on making our biggest impact yet on the health of Durham community members by diversifying, expanding, and leveraging our Strategic Plan, Theory of Change, Brand, Client Stories and Resources.

**Position Overview**

The Manager, Philanthropy & Partnerships will report to and work closely with the AVP, Development to develop and increase fundraising revenue and develop community partnerships.

Responsibilities include preparing and executing details plans for managing a pipeline, identifying prospects, discovery calls, developing proposals and letters, crafting benefits and recognition strategies, soliciting support, preparing gift agreements, reporting and donor stewardship.

Leadership and Management
- Collaborates with the Senior Leadership Team in driving organizational theory of change, strategic plan, and achievement of strategic initiatives, objectives and outcomes
- Leads and enables a culture of innovation and growth through building relationships, influencing positive outcomes, and leading change
- Responsible for implementing the initiatives relating to the strategic direction and goals of the organization
- Supports the organization at external events, meetings and/or funding opportunities if/as required
- Continually participates in building and maintaining positive working relationships across the organization through effective communication, performance improvement and teamwork
- Support with multi-year strategies related to the initiatives being led; provide input towards organizational annual budgeting exercise
- Lead with a growth mindset and have the ability to manage change, innovation and ambiguity
- Lead and help increase staff commitment and performance by enabling a culture of collaboraton, accountability, inclusivity, and innovation
- Ensure awareness of DCHC’s policies, processes and standards as it relates to DCHC’s programs & services
- Articulate with internal and external stakeholders the vision for DCHC initiatives and collaborate with key functions and stakeholders to design clear business plans for such initiatives
- Perform strategic and business analysis, identifying key issues and pro posing recommendations for growth within initiatives
- Prepare presentations and materials to gain stakeholder buy-in (partnership, engagement, investment, etc.). Ability to communicate complex strategic concepts in easy -to understand presentations
- Refresh strategy and roadmap as the sector evolves and work with internal and external stakeholders to execute initiatives

Development
- Oversee, assess, and monitor all fundraising revenue streams, fundraising programs, and moves management activities, ensuring that revenue potential is both maximized and in alignment with DCHC’s objectives
- Provides leadership and direction for all fundraising activities including annual campaigns, planned giving, employee giving, and corporate partnership - with a particular focus on building major gift capacity
- Support Community Engagement Coordinator in the development and management of the third party and tribute giving portfolios
- Build relationships with key stakeholders and secure philanthropic commitments from a personal portfolio of donors including individuals, corporations, and organizations
- Work in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team, and Development Team to build and enhance a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization
- Work with Manager