Senior Director, Fundraising

Liberal Party of Canada • Parti Libéral du Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits coverage

Wellness programs

Employee & family assistance program

Defined contribution pension plan

Flexible schedule arrangements & more

Job summary

The Liberal Party of Canada is seeking a Senior Director, Fundraising to lead national fundraising strategies and programs. You will drive revenue growth, donor engagement, compliance, and long-term financial sustainability while leading a multidisciplinary team in Ottawa.

Reporting to the National Director, you will collaborate with senior leadership, donors, volunteers, and partners to achieve ambitious fundraising objectives and advance the party’s mission in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Senior management experience in a non-profit, public, or private sector organization, preferably with reporting to a Board of Directors.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while managing organizational operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong financial management and budgeting expertise, including forecasting and resource allocation.
• Demonstrated political acumen and understanding of the Liberal Party of Canada and its governance.
• Knowledge of data systems, analytics, and digital platforms to improve fundraising operations.
• University degree is required; bilingual (French & English) is an asset; CFRE/MBA are assets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the national fundraising strategy to meet revenue targets.
• Lead diverse fundraising campaigns across digital, mail, events, and major gifts.
• Advise senior leadership on donor trends and revenue forecasting.
• Monitor performance metrics and adjust strategies to optimize donor acquisition and retention.
• Oversee donor engagement, recognition, and reporting to supporters.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for fundraising.
• Ensure compliance with Canada Elections Act and internal policies.
• Oversee CRM and fundraising tech to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with Party leadership, caucus, and partners to support objectives.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor engagement

Team leadership

Stakeholder relations

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Data analytics

Education

University degree

CFRE designation

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Location

Ottawa, ON

Expected Salary

$140,000 – $160,000

Reports to

National Director

Summary

The Liberal Party of Canada is seeking a Senior Director, Fundraising for an opportunity to join a dedicated team of staff to support Mark Carney and our Liberal team’s work to build a stronger Canada.

Reporting to the National Director, the Senior Director of Fundraising provides strategic leadership for the Liberal Party of Canada’s national fundraising programs. The incumbent is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies that drive revenue growth, strengthen donor engagement, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the Party’s long-term financial sustainability. Leading a multidisciplinary fundraising team, the Senior Director works closely with senior Party leadership, elected officials, donors, and stakeholders to achieve ambitious fundraising objectives and advance the Party’s mission.

We are looking for people who care about the work we do and who are a great fit for our culture and team. If you want to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and play an active role in promoting Liberal values, then we want to hear from you!

What we offer you

• Comprehensive benefits coverage
• Wellness programs
• Employee & family assistance program
• Defined contribution pension plan
• Flexible schedule arrangements & more

What you’ll be doing

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the Party’s national fundraising strategy to achieve annual and multi-year revenue targets.
• Lead the design and implementation of innovative fundraising campaigns across digital, direct mail, telephone, major gifts, events, and monthly donor programs.
• Provide strategic advice to senior Party leadership regarding fundraising opportunities, donor trends, and revenue forecasting.
• Monitor fundraising performance metrics and adjust strategies to maximize donor acquisition, retention, and revenue growth.

Revenue Generation

• Oversee all fundraising activities to achieve fundraising goals and budget objectives.
• Develop and manage fundraising programs across multiple segments.
• Expand donor programs to strengthen long-term financial sustainability.
• Evaluate and introduce new fundraising channels, technologies, and best practices.

Donor Stewardship & Relationship Management

• Lead donor engagement and stewardship strategies to enhance donor satisfaction, retention, and lifetime value.
• Ensure timely recognition, reporting, and communications with donors and supporters.
• Build and maintain relationships with volunteers, elected officials, campaign teams, and key fundraising partners to support revenue-generating initiatives.
• Oversee donor segmentation and personalized stewardship approaches.

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing fundraising team.
• Establish clear objectives, performance expectations, and professional development plans for staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and results-oriented performance.
• Manage external vendors, agencies, and fundraising service providers as required.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Develop and manage fundraising budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Prepare regular executive reports on fundraising performance, trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Leverage data analytics and donor insights to support strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
• Ensure efficient use of fundraising resources and maximize return on investment across campaigns.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with the Canada Elections Act, Elections Canada regulations, and internal Party policies.
• Maintain strong controls related to donor contributions, reporting requirements, and record keeping.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments that may impact fundraising operations.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and compliance stakeholders to mitigate organizational risk.

Technology & Data Strategy

• Oversee fundraising databases, CRM systems, and donor management platforms.
• Leverage data analytics to improve donor acquisition, engagement, retention, and campaign effectiveness.
• Champion the adoption of emerging fundraising technologies and digital engagement tools.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate closely with Party leadership, caucus members, candidates, volunteers, and provincial/territorial organizations to support fundraising objectives.
• Represent the Party at donor meetings, fundraising events, conferences, and stakeholder engagements.
• Support election readiness by ensuring sustainable fundraising capacity and revenue generation.

What you’ll need to have

• Senior management experience in a non-profit, public, or private sector organization, preferably with experience reporting to a Board of Directors and supporting board governance.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while effectively managing organizational operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to develop and leverage productive working relationships working with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong financial management and budgeting expertise, including oversight of financial performance, forecasting, and resource allocation in complex environments.
• Demonstrated political acumen and understanding of the Liberal Party of Canada, with the ability to navigate complex issues and exercise sound judgment and decision-making.
• Strong understanding of data systems, analytics, communications technologies and digital platforms, with an ability to apply them to improve operational efficiency and fundraising operations.
• University Degree (or an equivalent combination of experience and education) is required.
• Bilingual (French & English) is an asset
• Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) designation is an asset
• MBA or equivalent is an asset

We at LPC are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, 2SLGBTQI+ people, people living with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. If you identify as a member of an equity-seeking group, you may choose to identify as such in your application.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The Liberal Party of Canada does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select candidates.

LPC is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all requests for accommodation based on a medical contraindication, religion or another prohibited ground for discrimination under applicable human rights legislation(s).

LPC encourages applications from all qualified candidates. LPC has a great record of accommodating persons with disabilities. Contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail] if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies.

Please apply by December 11, 2026