Manager of Major Gifts, Foundation

4 months ago

Newmarket, Canada DeafBlind Ontario Services Full time

YOU ARE

Dedicated – committed to your personal growth and development; Team Player – you are willing to learn and teach, because together we are better; Accountable – you are committed to following through on your promises; Creative – you think outside the box and will tackle any new problem that comes your way You believe that one person can make a difference

YOUR ROLE

Leads, engages, develops, and manages the Development team. Provides direction, mentorship, coaching, training, and timely feedback to positively impact team effectiveness and build capacity. Manages a portfolio of prospects and donors that support strategic objectives with planned giving and major gifts related to corporate and community partners. Builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders such as corporate partners, individual donors, and community prospects to understand their philanthropy goals and match them current opportunities. Oversees the design and implementation of a robust and effective donor acquisition strategy. Leads the development and implementation of new programs and infrastructure for a consistent pipeline of potential new donors in alignment with long-term organizational objectives. Collaborates with the development team and communications teams creating alignment to achieve organizational goals. Promotes the values of the organization within the workplace and in the community by demonstrating positive and professional relationships with other agency staff, families, volunteers, advocates, and employers. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

University degree in business, communications, fundraising or a related field. 6 to 10 years’ experience in a leadership capacity with professional fundraising in the not- for-profit sector. Proven track record of fundraising success, with an active network of philanthropic contacts. Working towards the CFRE designation is an asset

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrated sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, people management skills and issue-based problem-solving techniques. Proven track record of successfully leading, mentoring, and motivating staff in a changing, high-growth, mission-driven environment. Strong knowledge of all relevant federal and provincial legislation including Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, etc. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills to effectively manage key relationships, including community partners, business partners, etc. Demonstrated high level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability, in addition to possessing effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy, while exhibiting sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas and concepts. Valid Ontario Driver’s license required, access to a reliable vehicle, and the ability to travel. Entrepreneurial spirit. Ability to communicate in French is an asset.

WHY WORK FOR US

At DeafBlind Ontario Foundation, we want you to be your best. We provide a collaborative culture, supportive environment, open communication, and commitment to your personal and professional development.

OUR CULTURE

Create and provide unique opportunities for growth, extensive training for new employees, and ongoing learning; Celebrate and recognize our valued employees through an Employee Recognition Program; Motivate and encourage one-another, as well as the people we support, to achieve their goals and dreams; Believe that compensation is more than paid wages. We offer our team members an employer sponsored Group RRSP, a comprehensive benefits plan, as well as competitive vacation time and personal emergency leave.

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