Half-time position – Available Immediately
Role Summary:
The Director of Fund Development is responsible for the successful leadership and operational management of the fundraising function of Shoreline Medical Society. This half-time position will lead the development and implementation of all activities associated with a fundraising strategy, implement sound practices to ultimately inspire, support and help Shoreline Medical achieve its vision.
The Director will use strong communication skills and a keen sense of initiative to spot fundraising opportunities, develop relationships with potential donors, and manage fundraising campaigns. The Director will work collaboratively with the Executive Director and Board members to develop campaign goals and guidelines, with an initial financial goal of raising $300,000 to $500,000 per year. This amount includes the funding required to support this position.
The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of the Saanich Peninsula region, be community-oriented, creative, motivated, professional, and organized and have a knack for research.
Objectives of this role:
- Promote awareness of the organization’s mission and work;
- Create a voice for telling the story of Shoreline Medical’s impact;
- Cultivate a network of dedicated donors, as well as community and media advocates;
- Spot new and unique fundraising opportunities;
- Assist Shoreline Medical Society leadership in meeting its financial goals;
- Ensure major donors are satisfied and kept apprised of developments at Shoreline Medical Society.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Strategize and successfully execute annual fundraising campaign;
- Effectively convey the organization’s mission, vision, and programs to potential donors;
- Develop, research and write stories and key messages for all external presentations;
- Manage Shoreline Medical Society’s donor database (donorperfect) to ensure it is always up-to-date and working in coordination with the Shoreline Medical Society website;
- Represent, along with the Executive Director, Shoreline Medical Society, when required at internal and external events;
- Research and pursue individuals, corporations, community partners (including municipalities and the Ministry of Health), and foundations that are interested in gift giving;
- Write grant applications and fundraising proposals;
- Organize donor recognition strategies to ensure donor impact is communicated to donors;
- Manage a budget and track whether goals are being met.
Skills and Qualifications
Required Skills & Qualifications
- At least three years of experience in fundraising;
- Ability to work independently and successfully balance priorities while managing multiple tasks.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills;
- Experience working with boards, major donors and community service groups;
- Strong attention to detail;
- Passion for research;
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in communications, business, public relations, or related field;
- Certification, diploma, or similar qualification in fundraising (desired);
- Competence with donor management systems (database management);
- Experience in writing grant proposals and fundraising letters;
- Confidence in public speaking and working with major donors;
- Understanding of basic accounting a plus.
Job Type: 20 hour work week
Compensation: $40,000-$60,000 per annum
Beyond the Paycheck (Benefits & Perks)
Benefits will be available after probationary period:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
- Health spending account
- Accrued paid vacation
- Illness/personal paid time off
- Staff development learning and training
- Referral program incentive
- Years of service retention bonuses
- Health and Wellness perks
Qualified applicants, please email your resume and cover letter to hr@shorelinemedical.ca
We appreciate all applicants, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
