Job Description

Contribution:

Reporting to the Executive Director and working with the board, the Director of Development & External Relations is a senior level leader who will provide inspirational leadership to a high-performing team. This is the central staff position for implementing all fund development and external relations activities at Sea to Sky Community Services (SSCS).

The work of this new position is to support SSCS in achieving its vision and mission with accountability for establishing a fully integrated fund development program (annual, major, gift planning as well as grants and sponsorships) and administration pertaining to development work (database, proposals, correspondence, fund management) as well as leading all communications, marketing, and public relations work on behalf of the organization. This role is responsible for a select portfolio of high net-worth donors and prospects.

Education and Experience:

A minimum of five preferably seven years' experience in fund development and external relations work Demonstrated success in planning and implementing fund development and external relations initiatives. Demonstrated success in identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding philanthropic gifts of $50,000+ An undergraduate degree or equivalent Work or volunteer experience in a social service-related organization. Active participation in AFP and/or CAGP and/or another appropriate professional organization educational offerings CFRE designation is desirable.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director of Development & External Relations is responsible for all aspects of SSCS's fund development and external relations activities. This includes planning, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, reporting, and adjusting as appropriate.

Carry a portfolio of high capacity, high inclination prospects with personal accountability for securing gifts of $50,000+ Identify, engage, and solicit prospective individual donors, corporations, and foundations for donations. Create and implement, in concert with the Executive Director and Director of Finance, a creative and comprehensive income growth strategy to ensure SSCS can meet the increasing needs of its growing communities. Determine the most effective communications, events, and donor relations/stewardship strategies to deliver on the vision and mission of SSCS. Work with SSCS Executive Director and Board to establish fund development and community engagement priorities. In conjunction with the Executive Director, lead and oversee the development of comprehensive Fund Development and Communications Plans and budgets as well as design and implement metrics to analyze the execution and success of each plan. Direct and prepare gift requests as well as grant and sponsorship proposals to meet specific funding needs. Develop, implement, and oversee the SSCS donor recognition and stewardship program, in accordance with SSCS policies. Serve as the contact, and information source, for existing and prospective donors and funders concerning gifts and funding of SSCS. Represent SSCS in the community, making presentations and accepting gifts on behalf of SSCS when so designated. Oversee Sea to Sky Community Services' Capital Campaigns.

Benefits and Perks:

Healthcare:

We offer an extended health program for employees who work 20 hrs/wk or more. The program through Group Health covers MSP premiums, dental, vision, prescription medication, select alternative therapies, life insurance, and long-term disability. We also have an Employee and Family Assistance program. The premiums of the plan are 100% paid by the employer.

Vacation & Leave:

Employees accumulate 6% vacation pay on all hours worked in the first and second year of employment. After the first two years of employment, they earn one additional day of vacation per year of service, to a maximum of 35 workdays.

Retirement Pension:

When eligible, an employee will be enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution by SSCS.

Apply today:

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $93,966.00-$97,752.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Paid time off
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

Fundraising: 7 years (required) Donor Stewardship: 7 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

CFRE Designation (preferred)
Location:

Squamish, BC (preferred)
Work Location: In person