Philanthropy and Donor Engagement Director

1 week ago

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada The Pod Group Full time
Compassionate Leader Sought for Philanthropy and Donor Engagement Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate leader to join our team as the Manager, Philanthropy and Donor Engagement. In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with current and prospective donors, creating meaningful stewardship opportunities that connect donors to our mission.

About the Organization

We are a leading community-based organization dedicated to empowering women, girls, and gender-diverse individuals through advocacy, programs, and community support. Our mission is to create inclusive opportunities that help individuals thrive and reach their full potential.

Job Summary

The Manager, Philanthropy and Donor Engagement will manage a portfolio of donors, collaborating with the Director and Executive Team to support Relationship Managers in achieving goals and demonstrating donor impact. This role requires a strong understanding of fundraising principles, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective donors, creating meaningful stewardship opportunities that connect donors to our mission.
  • Manage a portfolio of donors, developing and overseeing cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies in collaboration with the Philanthropy team.
  • Conduct research to understand donor interests, capacity, and connections, creating tailored engagement strategies.
  • Support major gift and legacy giving programs by developing strategy, plans, and a compelling case for support.
  • Organize and facilitate donor tours of programs and services to showcase the impact of their support.
  • Share donor impact through thoughtful stewardship, including donor correspondence, thank-you letters, updates, prospect profiles, and proposals.

Requirements

  • Equivalent to the completion of 2 years of college in business, social services, public relations, or marketing.
  • Minimum of 5 years in the non-profit sector, with fundraising experience in major gifts, legacy/planned giving, or soliciting donations of $10,000+.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and also work effectively in a team.
  • Experience in building relationships, with exceptional listening, networking, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to develop major gift cultivation strategies, write proposals, negotiate gift terms, and close solicitations.
  • Strong strategic thinking, confidentiality, diplomacy, tact, and sound judgment.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Familiarity with best practices in individual giving, legacy/planned giving, and donor stewardship.
  • Ability to work from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive perspective.
  • Must provide a current Criminal Record Judicial Matters Police check or be willing to obtain one.
  • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends with some travel required within the Hamilton and Halton region where public transit may not be available.

Compensation and Benefits

The estimated salary for this role is $85,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a generous retirement plan.

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