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Title posted on CareerBeacon - Director of Development - Maternity Leave Contract
Posted on June 12, 2025 by Employer details IWK Foundation
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Who We Are:The IWK Foundation, together with its donors, strives to be the catalyst to revolutionize health care and research for women and children. The IWK Foundation is committed to continuous improvement and running a business that is entrepreneurial, innovative, and based on strong values.What We Need:The IWK Foundation (IWKF) is seeking an experienced, inspirational fundraising leader to join our team as Director of Development for a maternity leave contract. This position is expected to begin as soon as possible to allow sufficient time with the incumbent prior to their leave and will continue until December 31, 2026. Reporting to the Vice President of Philanthropy & Development, the Director of Development will drive all Annual Giving revenue including planning, implementation, and evaluation of cause marketing, sponsorship, corporate social responsibility, corporate partnership activation, direct response, monthly giving, and third-party events.As part of the Senior Leadership team at IWK Foundation, the Director will bring a collaborative mindset, critical thinking, and analytical skills to evaluate Annual Giving programs and work with colleagues to integrate Annual Giving initiatives with other streams of revenue, contributing to a donor journey that amplifies impact. As team leader you will champion an integrated model of fundraising across the organization, collaborating with other fundraising teams to build on existing streams of revenue, develop new approaches and support the Foundation's growth strategy. The Director will have three direct reports - responsible for Annual Giving, New Business, and Corporate Partnerships - and will provide overall leadership and support to a broader team of ten. This is an opportunity to build on past success and optimize future performance, while supporting an organizational culture of employee empowerment, engagement, strong performance and development.The incumbent will be an ambitious leader that thrives in a busy environment committed to growth and evolution. You are an exceptional relationship builder with experience optimising and engaging new partners and sponsorships.The IWK Foundation has a Flexible Work Plan, embracing a hybrid model with the expectation of a minimum of 2 days in the office per week.Planning, Strategy, and Leadership:Collaborates with the Foundation leadership team to drive the revenue development across all fundraising streams, promoting integration and a shared credit model.Leads planning and budgeting, implementation, and evaluation for Annual, Community & Corporate, and New Business & Program Development.Works closely with the Vice President, Philanthropy & Development, serving as a strategist and an operational leader.Collaborates across all fundraising streams for moves management and stewardship strategies that ensure donors are involved appropriately and relationships support the growth of organizational revenue.Represents the Foundation in the community, at events, and with partners in a manner that supports increased awareness and connection.Works collaboratively with the Brand team to develop content and materials that support revenue generation and fundraising.Develops relationships with IWK Health and Foundation staff, to support a culture of philanthropy throughout the IWK.Identifies, analyzes, and implements new innovative fundraising opportunities.Fundraising and Donor/Partner Relations:Leads a portfolio of donors/partners and prospects, specifically developing new business with corporate partners for sponsorships, employee engagement, and cause marketing.Actively builds knowledge of best practices and connections in the corporate social responsibility space in order to strengthen and build mutually beneficial partnerships.Works with the philanthropy team to manage integrated cultivation and solicitation strategies.Delivers regular, effective donor communications that demonstrate impact, ensure appropriate recognition,- LocationHalifax, NS
- Workplace information Hybrid
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- Source CareerBeacon #2166819
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