Director of Philanthropy and Communications

Summary of Role:

The Director of Philanthropy and Communications is responsible for ensuring all activities related to fundraising and communications are effectively managed in accordance with the mission and vision of L’Arche, Canada Revenue Agency guidelines, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals' best practices, principles, and guidelines. The Director of Philanthropy and Communications' priority will be major gifts and legacy giving. The Director of Philanthropy and Communications also manages and supports a team of individuals who are responsible for data entry, annual giving, smaller grants, social media, and website content.

Accountability

:The Director of Philanthropy and Communications is accountable to the Community Leader/Executive Director of L’Arche Greater Vancouver and the L’Arche Foundation of Greater Vancouver Board of Directors

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Key Competencie

• s:Alignment with and ability to articulate the mission of L’Arch
• e.Minimum five years of leadership in fundraising, ideally in faith-based contexts, community organizations and/or the disability sector which includes securing major gifts, legacy giving, special events, and annual givin
• g.Expertise in annual planning, team leadership, and financial oversight including budget developmen
• t.Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for building relationships with donors, volunteers, and stakeholders. Has the ability to effectively articulate plans and proposals verbally and in writin
• g.Experience in database systems and reporting (ideally with Donorperfect), with strong organizational ability and attention to detai
• l.Demonstrated integrity in managing sensitive information, maintaining high ethical standards, and exercising sound judgmen
• t.Formal training in nonprofit management and CFRE designation are preferre
• d.Excellent writing and editing skills, with a demonstrated ability to tailor messaging for different audiences and channel
• s.Experience in public speakin
• g.Experience in managing social media platforms, which includes content creatio
• n.Adherence to the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Donor Bill of Right
• s.Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and manage multiple deadline

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Computer Proficiency with the Following Software Progr

• amsFundraising software (Background in DonorPerfect considered an asse
• t).Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoi
• nt.Internet and Ema

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Duties and Responsibili

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Philanth

• ropy:Develop an annual Philanthropy Plan that reflects the organization’s needs and fundraising goals, which includes initiating a Legacy pro
• gram.Develop and manage timelines for various fundraising activities to ensure that strategic plans, goals, and critical fundraising processes are carried
• out.Build relationships with current and prospective major donors by developing and implementing comprehensive plans to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major do
• nors.Oversee and monitor the Annual Campaign activities that include grant writing, annual appeals, and stewardship ev
• ents.Develop or oversee the development of fundraising materials such as proposals, briefing notes, presentations, appeal letters, and other mater
• ials.Oversee the administration of the donor mailing list(s) and database to ensure that the privacy and confidentiality of donor information are mainta
• ined.Engage in face-to-face meetings and personalized donor-based activities. Lead and coordinate strategy and debrief meetings before and after donor meet
• ings.Represent L’Arche with the Board President and the Community Leader/Executive Director at the local business commu
• nity.Collaborate with and report to the Community Leader/ Executive Director and the L’Arche Foundation B
• oard.Conduct regular reviews to ensure that relationships advance and donor development activities are on t
• rack.Coordinate stewardship activities, including recognition events, tours, and additions to the donor
• tree.Review and adhere to the department’s policies and proced
• ures.Collaborate with the L’Arche Greater Vancouver Leadership Team and other personnel as requ
• ired.Engage volunteers for special development projects/ev

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Communica

• tions:Collaborate with the Department Team to create a comprehensive communication plan that will build an awareness of 'Arche with current and prospective donors, local businesses, grantors, prospective employees, and the general p
• ublic.Oversee the management of L’Arche Greater Vancouver’s we
• bsite.Supervise and evaluate internal communication messaging and me
• thods.Oversee the design, printing, and distribution of marketing and communication mate
• rials.Provide leadership and participate in the creation of website and social media co

ntent.
Department Man

• agementDevelop an annual department budget that reflects the organization’s annual needs and
• goals.In collaboration with the Director of Human Resources, recruit, interview and hire department
• staff.Manage and support the Philanthropy and Communication
• s Team.Prepare and provide monthly reports on progress, budgets, and expenditures to the Community Leader/Executive Director and Foundatio
• n BoardBuild relationships with community stakeholders to advance the mission and fundraising goals of L

’Arche.
Specific Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of fundraising and communications experience. Current member of the Association of Fundraising Profes

sionals.
Authority: The Director of Philanthropy and Communications is authorized to fulfill all responsibilities outlined in the role des

cription.

EvaluationThe Director of Philanthropy and Communications is evaluated annually by the Executive Director and the President of the L’Arche Foundation of Greater

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BenefitsThe base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $110,000 per year, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes extended health coverage, matching RRSP contributions, generous vacation time, and the chance to work with genuinely n

ice people!Position type: Full-Time, Permanent a

nd On-Site.Location:

Burnaby, BC
Application deadline: We are accepting rolling applications until the positio

n is filled.Check the status of the search