Major Gifts Director

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Children's Aid Foundation of Canada Full time
About the Opportunity

Children's Aid Foundation of Canada seeks an experienced Major Gifts Director to drive social impact and build a better future for children and youth in need. This pivotal role plays a key part in leading our major gifts program, driving growth, and inspiring investment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the strategy, planning, and execution of annual and multi-year Major Gift (individuals and foundation) fundraising campaigns.
  • Collaborate with the Chief Development Officer to align campaign and major gift strategies with the Foundation's strategic framework and priority programs.
  • Personally manage a portfolio of Major Gift donors and prospects, including solicitation and renewal strategies, providing engagement, recognition, and stewardship opportunities.
  • Develop and implement donor recognition and stewardship plans for individual and foundation major gift donors.
  • Work closely with the Board, Cabinet, and other fundraising committees to inspire major gift investment and advance the Foundation's goals.
Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in major gifts fundraising, with a proven track record of securing six-figure donations.
  • Minimum undergraduate degree required; CFRE accreditation is considered an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate staff, senior fundraising volunteers, and board members to achieve ambitious fundraising goals.
  • Compelling and persuasive communicator and presenter, adept at building relationships with diverse constituent groups and inspiring support and engagement.
  • Evidence of initiative, tact, diplomacy, sound judgment, and ability to navigate complexity.
  • Natural leader with creative problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary range of $110,000-$135,000 annually plus benefits.
  • A generous vacation package, participation in the OMERS Defined Benefit Pension Plan, comprehensive benefits package, Employee Assistance Program, and more.
  • The opportunity to work for a respected organization that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and youth in need.


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