Director of Resource Development

BGC South Coast BC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

Pension after 1 year

3 weeks paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Job summary

BGC South Coast BC is seeking a Director of Resource Development to lead fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, and partnership development. This senior role reports to the President & CEO and oversees a growing portfolio, including major gifts, grants, and sponsorships.

The position requires a university degree with at least five years of fundraising experience and a CFRE is an asset. The role is full-time in Vancouver with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• University degree in related discipline.
• CFRE designation is an asset.
• Proven fundraising portfolio experience including major gifts, grants and sponsorships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Resource Development Team and oversee fundraising strategy.
• Manage donor engagement, stewardship, grants and sponsorships.
• Develop annual plans with targets and performance metrics to grow revenue.
• Collaborate with Leadership Team on strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects.

Skills

Influencing skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Presentation

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Education

University degree in related discipline

CFRE designation (asset)

Tools

Fundraising software

Microsoft Office

Digital fundraising platforms

Job description

JOB TITLEDirector of Resource Development

JOB TYPERegularFull Time (37.5 hours/week)

REPORTS TOPresident & CEO

SALARYRange of $100,000 to $120,000 (based on experience)

CLOSING DATEPosition will remain open until filled

START DATEASAP

Summary of Responsibilities

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Director of Resource Development is responsible for leading the Resource Development Team and overall strategic fundraising initiatives at BGC including donor engagement, stewardship, sponsorships and partnerships, as well as carrying an account portfolio.

As a member of the Leadership Team, the Director of Resource Development participates in short and long-range planning and ensures that Resource Development activities are conducted in accordance with BGC’s strategic directives and annual objectives.

As a member of the Leadership Team:

• They will be committed to leading self-first, and to doing the individual work to show up as their "best self" and be accountable for the responsibility of leading others in keeping with BGC’s core values, culture, and commitments.
• They will represent the organization’s data and information needs, and perspectives in organizational planning and decision making.
• They may be called on to lead organizational/cross functional initiatives/projects based on portfolio, skills, expertise, and capacity.

Job Duties

• Lead the Resource Development Team, balancing strategic and operational aspects of fundraising related to BGC’s Strategic Framework and Implementation Planning.
• Recruit, develop, and lead the Resource Development Team, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and high-performance environment.
• In collaboration with the President & CEO, develop and implement a comprehensive resource development strategy, including annual plans, targets and performance tracking which strategically grow and diversify BGC’s revenue streams.
• Stay informed of key trends in fund development, fundraising, donor behavior and enabling technologies, identifying relevant opportunities and challenges.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and partners to deliver strategic initiatives including special events, annual campaigns, grants management, solicitation of individual, corporate and foundation donors, and other key stakeholders.

Donor Engagement & Stewardship

• Oversee the implementation of giving programs that provide personalized and impactful experiences through outreach, communications, proposals, impact reports, stewardship and recognition.
• Oversee the integrity and accuracy of donor database management and tax receipting, ensuring reliable reporting and compliance with CRA standards.

Sponsorships & Partnerships

• Spearhead efforts to prospect and cultivate relationships with partners that align with BGC’s mission and values.
• Oversee sponsorships and partnerships programs, including development, pitching, negotiation, activation and relationship management with partners that deliver mutual value.

Requirements

• University degree in related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of fundraising experience and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similarly responsible role.
• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is an asset.
• Proven track record managing a diverse fundraising portfolio, including securing major gifts, grants, and sponsorships.
• Knowledge of fundraising management, federal and provincial legislation affecting charities, special events planning and management, of the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy’s Ethical Fundraising and Financial Accountability Code.
• Understands ethical behaviour and business practices and ensures own behaviour and the behaviour of others are consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others.
• Exceptional influencing, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Strong, effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of donors to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
• Demonstrated ability to positively influence others and work effectively to set goals and achieve results.
• Excellent organization skills including setting priorities determining urgency, monitoring, tracking and attention to detail.
• Strong financial acumen, including ability to develop, manage and report on fundraising plans.
• Proficiency in fundraising software, Microsoft Office, and digital fundraising platforms.

Note

This is a full-time (37.5 hrs./week) salary position, with group benefits at six months, pension after one year, three weeks paid vacation leave in first year, paid sick and personal leave, paid birthday off and up to 5 days statutory holiday substitution days per year to celebrate/recognize religious, cultural, and/or personal days that are important to the employee where those days are not currently recognized as statutory holidays in BC/Canada).

As it connects to our organizational core values, BGC encourages staff to show up as their best selves, including mutual respect, integrity, and accountability.