Director of Development & Donor Relations
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The New Brunswick Association for Community Living (NBACL) is leading the creation of opportunities for individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability and their families to live full and valued lives in all aspects of society and is looking for an enthusiastic, energetic individual committed to the vision, values, and philosophy of inclusion. The Director of Development and Donor Relations is responsible for leading the strategic development and implementation of NBACL's fund development strategy that provides for the short- and long-term fundraising objectives of the organization.
This is a full-time position located in Fredericton, Moncton or Saint John.
NBACL is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding work environment which highlights employees' unique contributions to our organization's success. As part of this commitment, NBACL will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations.
- In Consultation with NBACL's Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director, formulate a 5-year fund development plan outlining strategic goals and objectives;
- Develop annual fund development operating plans to support the objectives set out in the fund development strategy and NBACL's strategic plan to achieve fundraising revenue targets;
- Develop, execute, and successfully deliver on targets as set out in NBACL's annual fund development plan;
- Lead in the development and implementation of strategies for engaging donors at all levels in the organization, including major, corporate and individual donors;
- Cultivate a network of dedicated donors and prospective donors, with potential for major gifts;
- Participate in creating partnerships (ie multi-year sponsorship, other non-receiptable revenues) to generate other forms of fundraising opportunities;
- Build & sustain relationships with current & potential major gift donors;
- Monitor the overall financial budgets of the Fundraising, ensuring targets are being met and/or exceeded
- Manage an effective fundraising team that delivers fundraising income meeting set targets.
- Post-secondary education in business, marketing, communications, or a related field;
- Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience in fundraising management, marketing, grant writing, and public relations or business development/sales;
- Proven track record of building relationships and securing philanthropic commitments from individuals, corporations, and foundations;
- Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written;
- Excellent proposal writing skills;
- Demonstrated abilities in research, communications, and presentations skills;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and social media;
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills;
- Knowledge of and passion for disability-related issues;
- Ability to travel and provide own transportation;
- Bilingualism (Written & Spoken French and & English) is considered a strong asset.
- The New Brunswick Association for Community Living is a progressive, employee-recommended, and team-oriented organization that promotes a strong work-life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package upon hire.
If you are interested in applying for this position please forward your resume with a cover letter no later than 4pm on Friday, June 10, 2022 to the:
New Brunswick Association for Community Living Inc.
Attn: Kirk Munroe, Human Resources & Administration Manager
800 Hanwell Road
Fredericton, NB E3B 2R7
By Telephone: 506-453-6677
Fax: (506) 453-4422
Email: [email protected]
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact Kirk Munroe.
We thank all applicants for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
