Manager, Fundraising & Development

St. John Ambulance BC & Yukon • Hybrid • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada • C$ 66k - C$ 77k / year • 1w ago

Who We Are

St. John Ambulance, British Columbia & Yukon (SJA BCY) is a not for profit ‘mission-led enterprise’ committed to empowering safer communities through first aid leadership. SJA BCY is part of the federated St. John Ambulance organization in Canada, which is represented from coast to coast. We are privileged to be part of an organization with over 900 years of service to humanity. Today, SJA BCY is a market leader in the development and delivery of first aid courses, first aid products and we support first aid in communities through our 1500 plus volunteers.

The Opportunity

As our Manager of Development & Fundraising, you’ll have the opportunity to take the helm in transforming our brand’s legacy into a cause that resonates with the hearts and minds of people across the province. St. John Ambulance is renowned worldwide for its dedication to first aid, community service, and emergency response, but we need your expertise to ensure it’s no longer a “well-kept secret.” Your mission will be to bring this incredible story to life, showcasing the vital impact we have on communities and inspiring supporters to join us in our work.

In this role, you will:

Craft and execute a province-wide fundraising strategy that will connect our mission with those eager to make a difference.
Identify, establish, and nurture key relationships with stakeholders, partners, and donors who share our vision of safer, healthier communities.
Bring energy and innovation to our fundraising initiatives, tapping into new avenues to grow and engage our supporter base.
Deliver, manage, and track a dynamic fundraising plan to meet our annual targets and propel our mission forward.
Provide key insights and reports to the Director of Marketing & Community Services, the CEO, and our Senior Leadership Team, demonstrating the impact and growth of our initiatives.

We’re looking for someone who not only has the strategic and operational skills to succeed but also a true passion for making St. John Ambulance’s incredible work known, celebrated, and supported. If you’re ready to harness our rich legacy and inspire a new generation of supporters, we want to hear from you!

Come be a part of an organization that’s making a meaningful impact—and help us bring that impact to life.

Responsibilities and duties:

· Promote organization's mission, vision, and values;

· Develop and implement strategies for cultivating a growing community presence and reach through fundraising initiatives such as community events and programs, corporate partnerships, community foundations, workplace giving, and donor relationships to generate funding for SJA BCY;

· Community Services “Prospecting” to identify new opportunities for charitable funding and partnerships;

· Identify funding opportunities (i.e. researching potential donors, corporate partners, grants, etc.);

· Build and maintain relationships with potential donors and individuals in the community - focus on building trust and credibility;

· Planning and organizing fundraising events and campaigns;

· Seek out and apply for grants, writing proposals when applicable;

· Collaborate with marketing on creating content/materials to advertise/communicate fundraising events and campaigns;

· Manage budgets for fundraising events and campaigns;

· Regularly update any major stakeholders (external or internal) on fundraising initiatives;

· Ensure compliance with any fundraising regulations (i.e. policies related to donor confidentiality/privacy, tax regulations, etc.).

Skills/Qualifications:

· Bachelors' degree in communications, business, public relations, or related fields;

· Minimum 4-5 years' experience fundraising with individuals, corporations and foundations;

· High degree of professionalism when interacting with both internal and external stakeholders;

· Experience with development and implementation of fundraising strategies;

· Self-starter capable of managing and prioritizing multiple, time-sensitive projects and priorities; comfortable working independently and as part of a small team;

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong presenter to both groups and individuals;

· Strong project management and organizational skills - comfortable handling a variety of different tasks at the same time;

· Ability to cultivate strong relationships with external stakeholders; very strong interpersonal skills;

· Ability to take initiative and lead and manage team members and volunteers during fundraising events/campaigns;

· Effective planning and problem-solving skills;

· Demonstrated effective interpersonal and organizational skills within a team environment to achieve results, while maintaining and building effective internal and external relationships;

· Passionate about the brand;

· Strong financial acumen to ensure we progress towards our goals and targets;

· Comfortable presentation to small and large groups;

· Experience with writing grant applications/proposals is an asset;

· Proficiency with online tools, such as, Microsoft Suite and desktop publishing tools.

Why Join SJA BCY?

• We offer a strong compensation package and are committed to creating a growth environment for everyone on our team. The salary range for this position is $66,000 - $77,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

• A focus on work-life-balance and flexibility in the workplace, including 8 sick days and 2 personal days.

• Generous vacation package starting at 3 weeks per year.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental benefits, and mental health resources.

• Pension plan with employer matching contribution program.

• A casual work environment where we like to work hard, but also have fun.

• Our working arrangements are flexible, and our teams share time working from home as well as in our offices.

· Professional development support, including all SJA BCY course First Aid Certification offered to all employees at no cost.

SJA BCY is a welcoming and collaborative organization. We welcome diversity in our organization and qualified applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply