Director, Philanthropy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Oversee a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects, aiming to secure an initial $2–$3M and enhance contributions as the portfolio and program expand.

• Create customized proposals, impact reports, and strategies for donor recognition.

• Collaborate with the Manager of Leadership Giving and the VP of Philanthropy to maintain a smooth donor pipeline.

• Design and execute a structured leadership giving program.

• Develop donor journeys tailored to giving capacity, interests, and engagement history.

• Enhance donor experiences through personalized stewardship, recognition, and compelling impact storytelling.

• Monitor the performance of the program and donor progression by utilizing data insights to enhance retention and growth.

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the Major Gifts team.

• Translate Food Banks Canada’s Strategic Plan and organizational priorities into actionable fundraising strategies.

• Align business planning, revenue forecasting, and strategic decision-making within the Major Gifts portfolio.

• Contribute to annual budgeting and revenue forecasting; track performance against targets and adjust strategies accordingly.

• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends and travel within Canada.

⛳️ Requirements

• Completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification.

• At least 6 years of progressive fundraising experience with a proven success record in annual giving.

• Strong skills in donor relations and customer service.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated skills in planning, teamwork, and project management.

• Proficient writing skills with the ability to simplify complex issues into clear, understandable messages.

• Proven management and supervisory experience in a fundraising context, including recruitment, management, and staff coaching.

• Experience in developing and executing complex appeal segmentation.

• Skilled in manipulating and analyzing large datasets, deriving insights from various information sources.

• Experience in crafting and implementing strategies and plans that result in increased revenue.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

• Sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy.

• High level of personal initiative and motivation.

• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

• Ability to work full-time Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends required.

• Willingness to travel occasionally within Canada.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote, home-based work option available throughout Canada.

• Occasional travel within Canada.

• Accessible and barrier-free recruitment experience.

• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset for all positions.