Manager of Fund Development

Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia ASNS; Halifax; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group RRSP

Benefits package

Education allowance

Employee assistance program

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia ASNS is hiring a Manager of Fund Development to lead our philanthropy program and drive growth in mid-level gifts, major gifts, and planned giving. You will report to the Director of Philanthropy and guide staff through strategic decisions to advance fundraising priorities.

You will cultivate meaningful donor relationships, collaborate with leadership, and help secure investments that support people affected by dementia across Nova Scotia.

Qualifications

• University-level education or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Proven track record in fundraising and donor relations.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, growth, and performance of mid-level gifts, major gifts, and planned giving.
• Provide strategic fundraising leadership and staff coaching within the Philanthropy team.
• Cultivate donor relationships and secure philanthropic investments for ASNS.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to advance fundraising priorities.

Skills

Strategic fundraising leadership

Donor relationship cultivation

Team coaching and development

Collaboration with leadership

Education

University-level education or equivalent

Job description

Would you like to work with a non-profit organization that is making a difference in the lives of people living with dementia? Are you looking for an opportunity to not only manage a critical organizational function, but to be a part of its growth and development? The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia is seeking an innovative, dynamic Manager of Fund Development to work with our dedicated leadership team and staff to take our organization to the next level.

The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia (ASNS) is the leading not-for-profit organization working to improve the quality of life for Nova Scotians affected by Alzheimer's disease or other dementias and advance the search for the cause and cure. Since 1983,ASNShas provided help for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and their care partners - and that help comes in many ways. The organization has grown significantly over its 40+ years and presently employs over 40 well-trained, committed, hardworking staff, in the areas of Finance & Operations, Programs & Services, Research & Advocacy, and Philanthropy. We are now seeking a Manager of Fund Development to join our Philanthropy team.

Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, the Manager of Fund Development is a strategic fundraising leader responsible for the development, growth, and performance of the Society's mid-level giving, major gifts, planned giving and assigned fundraising initiatives.

As a member of the Philanthropy department and leadership team, the Manager of Fund Development provides leadership through thoughtful decision-making, collaboration, and the coaching and development of assigned staff, helping to advance the Society's fundraising priorities and organizational goals. The role champions a culture of philanthropy, cultivates meaningful donor relationships, and secures philanthropic investments that enable the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia to support people living with dementia, their care partners, families, and communities across the province.

As part of a strong and focused team, the Manager of Fund Development will bring their university-level education or equivalent, knowledge and experience, as well their professional collaborative approach, to this very important role. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, visit www.alzheimer.ca/ns/careers for a full role profile.

ASNS offers competitive salaries, a group RRSP plan, a comprehensive benefits package, an annual Education Allowance, an Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Committee initiatives. The annual salary band for this position is $70,546 to $76,704.

The Society values diversity and inclusion and is committed to supporting equity deserving communities. We are dedicated to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the people we serve and communities in which we live. Our commitment is to create an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to reach their potential.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and/or language minorities. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter. Please feel free to request accommodations as needed.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.