Fund Development Manager

Blue Door

Blue Door is a not-for-profit registered charitable agency governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. We have been an integral part of our community providing essential emergency housing services since 1982.

Reasons to Join Blue Door!

● Comprehensive Benefits & RRSP

● Work-life Balance

● Paid Time off such as personal needs days and generous vacation time

● Wellness Committee events such as yoga, luncheons, and holiday activities

Resource Development Manager

Resource Development Manager is a key role within Blue Door, contributing to the organization’s growing capacity and ongoing leadership in reducing and ending homelessness. The Manager will support all aspects of Fund Development with an emphasis on developing and executing a yearly giving plan to approach and engage individual and corporate donors.

What does a Resource Development Manager do?

● Develop annual giving plan for individual and corporate donors, including goal setting, KPIs, and prospect pipeline.

● Execute major donor solicitation, including asks, pitches, and presentations; build and nurture donor relationships.

● Create customized funding proposals, stewardship reports, and manage donor recognition and stewardship plans.

● Lead and manage fundraising campaigns such as Giving Tuesday and holiday direct mail efforts.

● Cultivate positive relationships with the community, funders, and stakeholders; represent Blue Door when needed.

● Stay informed about Blue Door's programs, housing issues, and effectively communicate with donors.

● Maintain accurate donor data in the database for reporting; communicate Blue Door's goals to the community.

● Support Resource Development Coordinator in organizing signature event and third-party fundraising.

What you bring to the table

● 3-5 years experience in fundraising with a focus on major gifts, individual or corporate giving, or peer-to-peer fundraising.

● Post-secondary education in fundraising, business, or a related field.

● Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to deliver impactful touchpoints with different audiences.

● Experience with various fundraising platforms and tools such as DonorPerfect and Salesforce is an asset.

● Excellent problem-solving skills, research skills, and ability to follow through with a high sense of urgency.

● Knowledge of the housing/homelessness sector and fundraising best practices are an asset.

Salary information: $60,000 - $75,000

Blue Door is committed to the development of a staff and leadership team that reflects the incredible diversity of the communities we serve. We promote the principles of intersectional anti-racism and anti-oppression and adhere to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We both welcome and encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to access and equity, including Indigenous, Black and racialized people, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, people with disabilities, and people with lived experience of homelessness. Blue Door is a unionized work environment.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and Blue Doors AODA Policy, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

All applications will be reviewed as received, and interviews will begin for qualified candidates as soon as possible. The position may be filled before this job posting ends. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please submit a cover letter and resume to hr@bluedoor.ca. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Do you have any fundraising experience?
• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working with a non for profit organization?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person