Head of Fundraising & Partnerships

BGC South Coast BC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

Pension after one year

3 weeks vacation (first year)

Sick and personal leave

Birthday leave

Statutory holiday substitution days

Job summary

BGC South Coast BC in Vancouver is seeking a Director of Resource Development to lead the Resource Development Team and drive strategic fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, sponsorships, and partnerships. The role includes managing an account portfolio and collaborating with the Leadership Team to align fundraising with BGC's objectives.

The successful candidate will have a proven fundraising track record, CFRE is an asset, and strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills to

Qualifications

• University degree in related discipline with a minimum of 5 years fundraising experience and a minimum of 3 years 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 financial acumen, including ability to develop, manage and report on fundraising plans.
• Proficiency in fundraising software, Microsoft Office, and digital fundraising platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Resource Development Team and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
• Recruit, develop, and lead the Resource Development Team, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and high-performance environment.
• Collaborate with the President & CEO to develop annual plans, targets and performance tracking which grow and diversify BGC's revenue streams.
• Stay informed of key trends in fund development, fundraising, donor behavior and enabling technologies.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and partners to deliver strategic initiatives including events, campaigns, grants, and donor solicitation.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Leadership

Donor engagement

Communication

Negotiation

Project management

Education

University degree in related discipline

CFRE designation (asset)

Tools

Fundraising software

Microsoft Office

Digital fundraising platforms

Job description

BGC South Coast BC in Vancouver is seeking a Director of Resource Development to lead the Resource Development Team and drive strategic fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, sponsorships, and partnerships. The role includes managing an account portfolio and collaborating with the Leadership Team to align fundraising with BGC's objectives.

The successful candidate will have a proven fundraising track record, CFRE is an asset, and strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills to