Organization: Western Financial Group

Location: Remote in Western Canada

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Director, Western Communities Foundation

Reporting to the VP Marketing, Brand & Western Communities Foundation, you will build and implement a strategic plan, that supports the growth and sustainability of the Western’s Communities Foundation – our charitable organization which gives back to the communities in which we live & work. This is a remote work from home opportunity.

Here is what a typical day looks like

  • Maintaining and revitalizing a culture of philanthropy and trust at Western by building fundraising into the core of the organization and creating a strategy that engages and stewards new and current valued donors to the organization
  • Creating a multipronged strategic approach to raising funds; increasing the foundation’s visibility and brand; leveraging 3rd party relationships to further the foundation’s success
  • Developing and executing a broad range of activities related to the Western Communities Foundation that broaden the level of understanding and support for the Foundation, internally within Western and externally within our Communities
  • Establishing business operating plans that achieve the objectives of the Foundation’s Board; prepare & review operating and financial reports to determine progress towards these objectives, including annual budgets
  • Partnering internally within Western, creating clear connections between the Foundation and Western Employees to drive results and uniting within external community partnerships in our business communities, creating higher visibility and community impact for Western Financial Group

The value you bring

  • 7+ years leading a not-for-profit organization with a focus on fundraising, partnerships & delivering results
  • Exceptional relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills and who has a track record of philanthropic leadership
  • Experience with strategic planning and implementing of various charitable marketing campaigns, including the utilization of social media platforms to increase community engagement and foundation’s visibility
  • Effective management of resources within budgetary guidelines and within corporate governance
  • Excellent presentation skills and strong follow through with on-going communications to various stakeholders
  • Leadership style which encourages diversity of thought to create a culture of trust, with an unselfish mindset to foster leadership in others

Requisition # 79987

Closing On: October 29, 2023

Salary Range: 115 – 130K

Website: https://westernfinancialgroup.ca/  

What if I don’t meet every requirement

At Western Financial Group we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about the role but your experience doesn’t check every box – apply anyways! Many people won’t apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification, but we want to talk to you anyways, you may be just the right person for this or other roles. We look for dedicated professionals who are committed to our Guiding Principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty.

Health and Wellness

At Western we take pride in providing programs that add value to our people’s lives – after all, they are our greatest asset!  Eligible employees receive a competitive compensation package consisting of 4 weeks’ vacation, paid personal days, paid wellness days, company matching investment and savings programs, and 100% employer-paid group benefits, including health care spending account.

To apply for this position please follow this link: https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=79987&company=wfg

Director, Western Communities Foundation

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