Job Description

Our global client working within Philanthropic Fundraising Services is hiring for a Director of Philanthropy to join their team on a full time, permanent position. This is an exciting opportunity working in a hybrid working model, 3 days onsite in Toronto. 

Our client is dedicated to advancing groundbreaking research in fields such as biology, cancer research, space exploration, and physics. As they embark on a comprehensive global campaign, we are seeking a passionate and strategic fundraising professional to expand their philanthropic efforts and drive revenue growth.

Position Overview

The Director of Philanthropy will lead fundraising initiatives in Toronto and surrounding areas, managing a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects. This role is instrumental in identifying, cultivating, and securing major gifts to support the organization’s ambitious campaign goals. The ideal candidate is a results-driven fundraiser with a strong track record in securing major gifts, donor engagement, and volunteer management.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Donor Relations

• Cultivate and steward relationships with individual and corporate donors.

• Identify and pursue new fundraising opportunities.

• Manage and maintain donor records using Raiser’s Edge.

• Collaborate with the communications and events teams to enhance donor engagement.

• Secure at least $1M in annual revenue by Year 2, contributing to multi-million-dollar campaign goals.

• Conduct discovery meetings with donors, maintain ongoing outreach, and invite prospects to events.

• Support writing, polishing, and personalizing proposals and donor reports.

• Devise innovative engagement strategies for current and new donors.

Volunteer Engagement

• Partner with volunteers to enhance fundraising initiatives.

• Recruit, train, and motivate volunteers to support campaign efforts.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fundraising, with a strong emphasis on major gifts.

• Proven ability to close large major gifts from donors.

• Strong relationship-building, communication, and leadership skills.

• Experience managing volunteers and engaging donors.

• Proficiency in MS Office and donor management software (e.g., Raiser’s Edge or equivalent CRM).

• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about fundraising.

• Skill in developing and implementing successful strategies for the identification,
  cultivation and solicitation of donors