Executive Director

1 day ago


Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada charityvillage Full time
About the Role

The Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Director to lead our organization in achieving its mission to connect people with nature and protect nature in Metro Vancouver Regional Parks.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of leading successful fundraising campaigns, previous operational and leadership experience, and a charismatic approach to community relations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Fundraising and Donor Stewardship
    • Plan, develop, implement and promote all fundraising initiatives and related budgets
    • Develop, launch, nurture and expand Major Gifts and Foundation Grants Program
    • Develop, manage and evaluate Donor Recognition Programs, activities and stewardship
    • Facilitate and oversee Special Events and Campaigns
    • Develop and oversee a Planned Giving Program
  • Community and Partnerships Relations
    • Promote and maintain the profile of the Foundation and the Society in the community
    • Develop and maintain a robust communication, marketing and social media plan
    • Engage and build key stakeholder relationships with regional partners including Metro Vancouver, and community partners.
  • Leadership and Board Relations
    • Facilitate Board strategic planning and updates orientation and policy manuals
    • Lead the organization in maintaining its focus on accomplishing the direction set out by the Boards of Directors in a manner that inspires confidence and trust
    • Cultivates a strong, supportive, and transparent relationship with the Boards and reports to them on a timely basis regarding strategy, operations, financial performance, project effectiveness and all relevant matters needed to carry out their legal and fiduciary responsibilities to the Foundation and the Society
  • Operations Management
    • Oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of operations, administration, and facilities.
    • Develops policies and procedures and ensures compliance with federal and provincial regulations.
    • Provides general oversight of records management systems and maintains operational excellence to meet stakeholder expectations.
  • Human Resources Planning and Management:
    • Designs and implements effective employee relations practices to foster a culture of collaboration and high performance.
    • Recruits, develops, and leads a skilled team of employees and volunteers to achieve organizational objectives.
  • Financial Planning and Management:
    • Ensures financial sustainability through strategic revenue development and prudent financial management.
    • Active leadership in fund development, including creation of development plans, donor solicitations, grant applications and fundraising campaigns.
Requirements

The Executive Director will provide outstanding, innovative and strategic leadership. The individual will have a proven track record of leading successful fundraising campaigns, have previous operational and leadership experience, and a charismatic approach to community relations.

Ideally the following background, experience and personality qualities will be present, although recognized that no one candidate may possess all:

  • Minimum of five years senior level managerial experience in not-for-profit
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with volunteer Boards and Committees
  • Record of personal success in the fund development field; preferably in a leadership role in securing significant donations from both individuals and corporations;
  • Direct personal experience in major donor cultivation/solicitation;
  • Contemporary knowledge of planned giving programs would be an asset;
  • Fundamental understanding of the role of parks in protecting nature and building resilient communities;
  • Strong leadership and communication skills enabling the Executive Director to be an effective ambassador for the Foundation and the Society;
  • Analytical, organizational and management abilities combined with sound business acumen;
  • Talent for innovation and creativity with skills to move from strategy to action results;
  • High level of professionalism, combined with energy, personal adaptability to change and an appetite for challenge;
  • University degree and/or fundraising certification will be considered an asset.
Terms & Conditions

This is a full-time, permanent position.

Annual Salary Range: $100,000 – $115,000.

Type: Hybrid. Must be located in the Lower Mainland/Fraser Valley region.

Office location: 6825 Cariboo Road, Burnaby BC

Work hours: Monday – Friday, some flexibility required for evening and weekend events.



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