About you
You are passionate about the health and well-being of people and communities. The talents and skills you bring to your work are valued by your colleagues and you’re always interested in learning something new. You enjoy working remotely and online, using digital platforms to think creatively and work collaboratively, and you believe in the importance of work/life balance.
About the role
Position: Director, Development (Major Gifts & Campaign)
Position Type: Full-time
Team: Philanthropy
Reports to: Chief Development Officer
Start Date: March 2025
Location: Remote from home, resident in Canada
The Director, Development (Major Gifts & Campaign) is a critical leadership position within our Philanthropy team, charged with driving strategy, building meaningful donor and volunteer relationships, and achieving campaign success. This individual will lead the development and execution of our major gifts strategy, oversee campaign deliverables, and manage a talented team of philanthropy professionals.
This position is open only to residents of Canada, who are eligible to work in Canada.
Key responsibilities
- Major Gifts Strategy: Develop and implement a robust major gifts fundraising strategy to meet and exceed revenue targets.
- Campaign Leadership:
- Manage and coordinate activities and engagement of the Campaign Cabinet.
- Drive the achievement of the major gifts portion of campaign goals, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of four philanthropy professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
- Donor Relationship Management: Build, nurture, and sustain relationships with a select portfolio of major gift donors, ensuring exceptional stewardship and donor engagement.
- Data and Reporting: Oversee donor pipeline development, utilize CRM tools to track donor activity, and provide regular campaign performance updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (communications, programs, and finance) to align fundraising strategies with organizational priorities.
- Event Participation: Represent the organization at donor cultivation events, campaign launches, and other key engagements to build visibility and strengthen relationships.
Desired experience, knowledge, skills and qualifications
- Experience:
- Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in major gift fundraising and campaign management, preferably within the non-profit sector.
- Proven success in closing five- and six-figure gifts.
- Experience working with Campaign Cabinets or volunteer leadership committees.
- Leadership: Strong team management skills with experience leading remote or geographically dispersed teams.
- Donor Relations: Exceptional relationship management skills with a track record of cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding high-net-worth donors.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in donor management systems (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge) and CRM tools.
- Ability to analyze data and generate actionable insights for fundraising strategies.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and reports.
- Other:
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for donor meetings and events.
- Bilingualism (English and French) is preferred.
Compensation package
We offer a compensation package that includes:
- Hiring salary of $105,000-$110,000 per year
- Contributions to group RRSP
- Insurance: health, dental, long-term disability and life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible work location (within Canada) and hours of work
- Generous paid vacation, holidays and sick leave
Commitment to inclusion and employment equity
Trans Canada Trail is a proud equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows everyone to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success, and we understand that different experiences, expertise and diversity of thought create better opportunities to understand the world we share.
To apply
We value a staff team made up of people with diverse voices and experiences and welcome your application if this role calls out to you. If you already have the skills and experience that we’ve asked for, great. But we also consider potential – so if you don’t have those exact skills yet, but you have the know-how and desire to develop them, know that we support professional growth, and this role may still be a great match for you – so don’t be shy about applying.
Applications will only be accepted from residents of Canada, who are eligible to work in Canada.
- Please send resume and cover letter to humanresources@tctrail.ca.
- The deadline for submitting your application is: Monday, December 23, 2024.
Please note that applications should be submitted in pdf format, with no external links. You may submit separate documents for your cover letter and CV, although it is preferred that they are submitted in one document. Naming format should be as follows:
Combined document: Last name, first name
Separate documents: Last name, first name_Cover letter AND Last name, first name_CV
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest in working at Trans Canada Trail.
Trans Canada Trail is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Trans Canada Trail will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact humanresources@tctrail.ca.
