Development Manager (Short-Term Full-Time)

We are seeking a dynamic and results oriented full-time Director Fund Development and Donor Relations to lead and advance Empower Simcoes fundraising initiatives through transformational philanthropy and strategic relationship building guided by Empower Simcoes mission vision and core values. Reporting to the CEO this key leadership role will be responsible for overall fund development and revenue generation with a strong commitment to cultivating a diverse and robust funding base to support Empower Simcoes strategic planning initiatives. The Director Fund Development and Donor Relations will cultivate and foster meaningful connections with donors partners and the community to inspire lasting support that drives impactful change.
The Director Fund Development and Donor Relations will lead the planning and execution of key fundraising campaigns events grant applications sponsorship acquisition and donor cultivation efforts.
If you are passionate about the nonprofit sector and bring experience in fundraising donor development or strategic partnerships we invite you to apply to lead strategic philanthropic growth cultivate meaningful donor relationships and help advance our mission.
Minimum starting rate of $62.42 per hour; $11 statutory holidays are observed with public holiday pay.

• 4% vacation pay paid bi-weekly during probationary period.
• Confidential Employer paid Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members.

Following the successful completion of probation:
Employer paid benefits (life insurance short- and long-term disability benefits health and dental).
Employer paid sick personal leave and vacation time.
Opportunity to work remotely up to 60% of scheduled hours.

Minimum requirements of these positions include :
Minimum 7 years full-time recent experience in strategically developing and cultivating philanthropic relationships.
Experience in grant writing and donor proposals is an asset.
Exceptional writing storytelling with the highest attention to detail and the ability to make a persuasive case in proposals to convey the impact of philanthropic supports.
Demonstrated ability to leverage networking research and data-driven approaches to expand the donor base.
Demonstrated commitment to the principles of Equity Diversity Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA).
Translate the Agencys strategic plan into clear actionable short- and long-term fundraising strategies to meet organizational revenue goals and expand Empower Simcoes philanthropic base.
Cultivate develop and steward relationships with individual donors foundations corporate partners sponsors and community stakeholders to secure annual and long-term funding commitments.
Identify qualify solicit and steward new and existing donors through personalized engagement stewardship and recognition strategies that strengthen long-term donor relationships.
Oversee all proposal and grant development including research writing reporting and compliance with funding and accountability requirements.
Investigate opportunities for new sources of revenue including sponsorships social gaming and other diversified fundraising initiatives.
Develop and present an annual fundraising plan with defined actionable steps realistic timelines clear goals and measurable performance indicators for the Foundation Board of Trustees and Chief Executive Officer.
Oversee the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns events and community engagement activities ensuring strong return on investment and alignment with the Agencys mission vision values and core values. Represent Empower Simcoe at community events networking opportunities and public forums to promote the Agencys mission and enhance donor participation community involvement and sponsor stewardship.
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and Foundation Board of Trustees providing donor intelligence philanthropic trends market insights and strategic recommendations.
Lead supervise and develop a high-performing fund development team including hiring coaching training performance management and succession planning while ensuring staff understand and implement Agency Standards of Practice.
Ensure ethical legal fiduciary and licensing compliance in all fundraising activities uphold ethical fundraising practices.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race ethnicity national origin religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.