WIN House, a nonprofit organization, is devoted to serving Edmonton and area.  They provide a safe space for women, children and non-binary individuals fleeing violence. WIN House provides safe temporary accommodation and support for basic needs.

WIN House is people focused and forward thinking, without exception.

THE ROLE

The Director of Development will be a strategic leader responsible for developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies to achieve an annual fundraising goal of $2 million with annual growth. This role will oversee a dedicated team of six development professionals and will collaborate closely with the executive team, board members, and external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of fundraising initiatives.

THE CANDIDATE

• Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising, with at least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role.
• A CFRE designation is preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully meeting or exceeding significant fundraising goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Execution:

• Analyze current fundraising efforts, identify opportunities for growth, and implement innovative approaches to diversify revenue streams.
• Establish annual and long-term goals, objectives, and key performance indicators for the development team.
• Develop departmental policies, procedures, and staffing requirements. 

Team Leadership & Management:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of six development professionals, including setting performance goals, providing regular feedback, and supporting professional development.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, and onboarding of new team members as needed.

Donor Relations & Stewardship:

• Develop a clear and compelling written case for support.  
• Cultivate and manage relationships with major donors, prospects, and key stakeholders to secure significant contributions and build a robust donor pipeline.
• Organize and execute high-impact donor events, campaigns, and initiatives

Campaign Management:

• Lead the planning and execution of capital campaigns, annual fund drives, and other major fundraising initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate campaign progress, making data-driven adjustments to strategies as needed.

Collaboration & Reporting:

• Work closely with the Executive Director, and other senior leaders to align fundraising strategies with organizational goals.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports on fundraising performance, team activities, and financial status to the Board and senior leadership.

Budget & Financial Oversight:

• Develop and manage the annual development budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and adherence to financial targets.
• Oversee financial tracking and reporting related to fundraising activities and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.

Core Competencies

Knowledge:

• Capital campaign management.  
• Corporate and foundation relations.  
• Special events management.  
• Direct marketing, including television, print, direct mail, and the Internet. 
•  Knowledge of and adherence to CRA tax regulations and accounting standards affecting fundraising. 

Skills:

• Long-range planning.  
• Organization development. 
• Understanding of the breadth of fundraising techniques and programs.  
• Ability to develop a written case for support.  
• Knowledge of and commitment to the Donor Bill of Rights and the Association of Fundraising Professionals Code of Ethical Principles and Standards of Professional Practice.  
• Ability to use fundraising software (Donor Perfect).  

We understand and appreciate our clients’ ever-increasing desire for candidates to reflect the communities in which they work and live. The Vogel Group is committed to inclusivity and diversity as we search for outstanding leadership talent for our clients.

We encourage candidates of all ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, physical challenges, sexual orientations, and identifications to feel confident in exploring and declaring candidacy for any of our search assignments.

For a full profile or to apply, please contact:

Rick Vogel, ICD.D                       

Founding Principal                       

780.665.4965 ext. 101                  rick@thevogelgroup.ca