Radiance brings hope and healing to families impacted by family violence for more than 40 years. We are a multi-services organization, supporting community needs including a residential shelter, community counselling, and children’s programming.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Director of Philanthropy & Community Engagement is a senior level leader whose primary purpose is to lead secure and steward Radiance Family Society’s funding relationships. This portfolio contributes significantly to the overall annual revenue while engaging with donors and volunteers in a meaningful way. Responsible for guiding and motivating the team members to achieve revenue goals, the Director will set fundraising strategies for major gift portfolios, partnerships, sponsorships, and annual giving, while also working with the Executive Director (ED), Board, and key leadership to launch and achieve revenue results and philanthropic success.
This position leads a high-performing team that supports the communications portfolio and volunteerism activities that establish and elevate Radiance’s brand as a leader in creating a bright future free of violence.
This role reports to the Executive Director and is an active collaborator.
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your background and all your fundraising success.
YOU WILL
- Work closely with the Executive Director (ED) and other internal stakeholders to build and maintain positive and productive relationships with Radiance’s key partners in government and other funding agencies.
- Work in collaboration with the ED, Board, and other internal stakeholders to lead the development and implementation of annual operating, capital, and multi-year fundraising plans in support of Radiance’s vision, mission, and goals.
- Coordinate all aspects of a comprehensive fundraising program including major gifts, grant applications, fundraising events (internal and third party), direct mail, online giving, planned giving, and donor stewardship.
- Drive internal process to assess and develop strong funder-ready projects and institutional cases
- for support for approval (Campaign and Annual as applicable).
- Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging opportunities in resource development, integrating innovative approaches into the organization’s strategies, while keeping the ED and the Board apprised.
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward an assigned portfolio of donor prospects, including individuals, corporations, foundations, community groups, and granting organizations/agencies.
- Lead the development of high-quality support materials, proposals, grant applications, presentations, and other communication materials for presentation to donors, prospects, and community partners.
- Ensure high-quality information management and documented administrative processes are in place to support the fundraising program.
- Monitor annual plan performance for achievement of revenue targets.
- Analyze results and make recommendations for program enhancements and growth.
- Ensure consistent and compelling brand positioning to advance Radiance’s reputation and profile in the community.
- Monitor external environment including regulatory landscape, political and economic outlook, sector and industry trends, for strategic adjustments and engage organizational leadership appropriately.
- Lead Communications team in the development, implementation, and measurement of internal and external communication and brand strategies.
- Lead members of your team by providing guidance and support, focusing on a culture of collaboration, teamwork, respect, and excellence.
- Provide integral leadership by showcasing care, collaboration, innovation, empathy, and courage for employees and instilling those values throughout the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- University degree in a relevant discipline such as business, not-for-profit management, public relations, communications, or marketing.
- 5-7 years’ experience in resource development, project management or related field, preferably in a not-for-profit environment.
- 5-7 years’ experience in a leadership position with a team of direct reports.
- Proven experience developing, implementing and/ or operation of a successful annual and/or capital campaigns in the $1-3 million+ range.
- Demonstrated ability to make compelling and successful philanthropic asks ranging from $25,000 – $500,000+.
- CFRE or equivalent certification preferred.
- Strong experience with marketing and communications including digital marketing platforms and trends for the not-for-profit sector.
- Demonstrated experience with event management.
- Experience in developing and managing a department budget.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
- Prior experience in one or more funding database programs is essential
HOW YOU WORK
- You’re a caring and inspiring leader with exceptional management abilities that enable you to lead a collaborative, innovative, and skilled team.
- Your strong interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation skills allow you to engage and build exceptional relationships.
- You’re known for being an expert negotiator.
- You’re a professional who thinks big and can strategically break it down into bite-sized pieces and put it into action.
- You have a keen eye for precision and can quickly spot errors or inconsistencies.
- You’re a natural networker who is fearless in engaging with the public, donors, and sponsors and you make things happen.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
The selected candidate will be required to provide the following:
- Clear Police Information Check
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
- Clear Child Intervention Check
Radiance is an equal opportunity employer.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] and in the subject line please add “Director of Philanthropy & Community Engagement. “
Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
