Director of Philanthropy

2 months ago

Toronto, Canada YWCA Toronto Full time

**Employment Type**:Full-Time, Permanent
**Work Hours**: 35 hours per week
(Per Management Hours of Work Policy)
**Salary**: $86,365 - $101,194 annually (M11)
plus comprehensive benefits package
**Location**:Head Office -** **87 Elm Street, Toronto
(Hybrid work option possible)
**Application Deadline**:Tuesday, October 1, 2024

**JOIN OUR TEAM**
- Are you passionate about driving meaningful change through philanthropy and supporting initiatives that uplift communities and individuals in need? _Are you looking to work for an organization that aligns with your values where you can make a difference? _

If so, consider joining our organization as a member of the senior management team carrying responsibility for the development and implementation of all Philanthropy Department functions within the Association in support of the Association strategic plan.

YWCA Toronto strives to uphold anti-discrimination practices and anti
- oppression principles to ensure that the rights of all individuals are respected and protected. We work to promote a climate that is welcoming of all women and individuals who identify as trans, intersex, non-binary, agender, and/or Two-Spirit.

**ABOUT YWCA TORONTO**

YWCA Toronto is dedicated to improving the lives of women, girls and gender diverse people. Our programs promote equality, economic security and lives free from violence. We help women, youth and gender diverse people flee violence, secure housing, find jobs, establish their voices, enhance skills and develop confidence. We offer a range of housing options, employment and training programs, community support programs, girls’ programs and family programs. We also engage in systemic advocacy.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- As a member of the senior management team, the Director of Philanthropy Department assists in setting the operational vision and planning of the YWCA of Greater Toronto in the context of the Association’s Mission Statement;
- Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates all aspects of the fundraising function in the Association with department staff. This includes: special and annual appeals, direct mail, telemarketing, the Women of Distinction Award dinner, events, foundations, church and service club appeals, major gifts, individual appeal, memberships, digital fundraising, corporate giving, sponsorship, planned giving and any other fundraising initiatives;
- Develops and provides leadership for capital campaigns when mandated
- Develops and implements a donor recognition and cultivation plan that increases donor loyalty and giving.
- Supervises and oversees the volunteer co-ordination function of the Association.
- Provides direction, support, training and expertise to fundraising volunteers to achieve target goals
- Contributes to the development of strategic, comprehensive and cost-effective public relations, media relations, and marketing plans to support the programs of the Association in coordination with the Director of Advocacy and Communications.
- Participates with the Director of Advocacy and Communications in advocacy initiatives to improve services for women and children.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Equivalent to a Masters University degree in Philanthropy or Business Administration or other relevant discipline with over ten years directly related experience in all aspects of philanthropy with a strong leadership gift track record.
- Experience at a senior management level.
- Proven success in the non-profit sector with strong knowledge of the public and private sectors.
- Energetic entrepreneur and gifted storyteller, capable of explaining the YWCA Toronto story engagingly and securing leadership gifts.
- Proven track record of forging strong alliances in a fast paced environment and the ability to motivate others to high performance.
- Previous experience in a feminist social service environment.
- Previous supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
- Knowledge of another culture and /or a second language would be an asset.
- Advanced managerial, leadership and organizational skills essential.
- Advanced ability to research and analyze complex concepts and plan strategically.
- Exceptional knowledge of fundraising, marketing and public relations is essential.
- Fluency required in a variety of relevant computer software programs in a Windows environment, including fundraising database programs.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication and presentation skills are essential

**For internal applicants, this position is not secondable**

**Posting Date**: September 17, 2024

YWCA Toronto transforms lives. As the city’s largest multi-service women’s organization, we help women and gender diverse people escape violence, move out of poverty and access safe, affordable housing.

We work tenaciously to break down barriers that hold women and gender diverse people back from achieving equality.

**Vaccination Policy**: In accordance with YWCA Toronto’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all YWCA To

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