| CMHA-ER | www.cmha-edmonton.ab.ca | Position: Senior Director, Fund Development | Program Area: Administrative Services | Salary Level: Competitive
salary and commensurate with similar positions | Application Deadline: February 28, 2020.
About: CMHA-Edmonton Region is a non-profit
organization that envisions mentally healthy people in caring
communities. We increase awareness and understanding of mental health,
mental illness, recovery, and suicide prevention. We support the resilience and
recovery of people in distress including those affected by mental illness or
suicide by providing crisis intervention, peer connections, suicide, grief and
family support, as well as advocacy and wayfinding. We provide
safe, long term affordable housing for those living with mental illness and low
income. CMHA-ER operates 211, linking the general public with community,
social, and government services. We also operate the 24 hour 7 day a week
Distress Line, staffed by highly trained volunteers.
The Position | CMHA-ER is
seeking a Fund Development Director. This key position will enhance CMHA
Edmonton’s strong potential to grow its programs and operations, with
responsibility for developing and maintaining a robust fund development
program, its strategy, planning execution, success and sustainability This is a
senior level position within the organization.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Fund Development Director will: Review the existing fundraising program, identifying its strengths and
weaknesses. Building on that review, develop a suitable fundraising program to
increase, diversify and strengthen the organization’s existing revenue streams.
Engage the Board of Directors in actively supporting fundraising thrusts. Identify & develop new sources of revenue. Develop, implement and cultivate a donor
stewardship program. Develop, implement and cultivate a donor retention program.
Develop, implement and cultivate a major gifts program. Review the existing
fundraising events with a view towards enhancing their efficacy. Initiate the
process of a Capital Campaign in order to broaden housing portfolio, including
creating a feasibility study and identifying & cultivating potential donors. With
the Executive Director, ensure specific, measurable targets are in place.
Reporting | This position
reports to the Executive Director & serves as a part of the senior leadership
team. The position supervises the Director Resource
Development, and the Resource Development Associate. Within the agency, the
position has primary relationships with the financial operation, senior
leadership staff, and the Board of Directors. Outside the agency, the
position coordinates with donors|prospective donors, sponsors & funding
sources.
Key Qualifications | Typically,
a bachelor’s degree & a minimum of 7 years fundraising experience in a senior
position. Membership in a professional fundraising association is expected.
Certification in fundraising (Certified FundRaising Professional) is
preferred + Demonstrated experience in managing & implementing a comprehensive fund development program; Demonstrated
experience in generating charitable contributions; Comprehensive management
skills and experience including but not limited to short and long-term
planning, evaluating, and directing staff; Strong oral and written
communication skills; high level of comfort in public speaking and making
public presentations; Experience in leading a board of directors & senior
management in the process of a capital campaign is beneficial; Willingness to
spend significant time in the community making and facilitating face to face
donor visits; Demonstrated experience in mentoring and motivating fundraising
staff and volunteers.
Key Competencies | The ability to articulate and convey to the public the work of the
organization. An ability to speak with empathy, comfort and dignity in support
of those living with mental illness. A keen understanding of the nature and
dimensions of philanthropy, ethics and motivations for all manner of charitable
giving. Thorough knowledge of research and cultivation practices, as well as
standard fundraising techniques. Understanding of fundraising measurement,
metrics and evaluation. The ability to think strategically and work
independently to drive new initiatives or enhance existing programs. The
ability to promote a positive atmosphere within the organization and work
cooperatively with all team members. Strong skills in proposal & grant
writing; comprehensive knowledge of funding opportunities within the community.
Ability to monitor external industry knowledge, trends and opportunities in
order to respond to changes in the philanthropic environment. Familiarity with
development office functions including gift processing, prospect and donor
histories, and fundraising reporting. A high degree of competency with the MS Office suite and Raisers' Edge is necessary.
Other | Valid driver’s
license and vehicle, with the ability to travel within Edmonton and surrounding
communities. Ability to work flexible hours, should evening and weekend work be
required. Successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable
Persons security clearance. References will be required. TO APPLY | Please reply with cover letter and resume
by February 28, 2020 to:
Ione Challborn, Executive Director
