Manager, Fund Development, Central & Southwestern Ontario Region

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1 Manager, Fund Development, Central & Southwestern Ontario Region 1-year, Full-time Maternity Leave Contract Position Toronto, Ontario Posting Date: August 21, 2015 Closing Date: September 8, 2015 THE ORGANIZATION Cystic Fibrosis Canada is one of the world s top charitable organizations committed to ending cystic fibrosis (CF) and is recognized internationally as a leader in funding best in class cystic fibrosis research and care. Under the leadership of a new President and CEO, CF Canada is about to embark on a new, ambitious, creative, and exciting five year strategic plan; focused on growing revenue to invest in exciting research and care initiatives. Mission Cystic Fibrosis Canada s mission is to help people with cystic fibrosis. The organization: funds research towards the goal of a cure or control for cystic fibrosis; supports high quality cystic fibrosis care; promotes public awareness of cystic fibrosis; and raises and allocates funds for these purposes.

2 Values Cystic Fibrosis Canada is committed to, and encourages the fostering of the following four values (excellence, accountability, caring and teamwork) described below. Excellence At the Cystic Fibrosis Canada, we believe that striving for the ultimate solution or goal is the only path worth following. We will be pioneers and world leaders in research and care, with no hurdle being too high or too large for us to clear. We are fearless with a willingness to change and adapt, overcoming any obstacles that may get in our way. We value and are committed to forward thinking, discovering new methods and solving problems proactively. We will strive to always improve our organization and ourselves by challenging conventional thinking and the status quo, but supporting it with disciplined insights and knowledge. We are dedicated and committed to achieving or surpassing all of our goals in support of creating a better future for people with CF. Accountability At the Cystic Fibrosis Canada, we are accountable to all stakeholders for all of our actions. We are responsible, honest, open and transparent in all of our dealings, and we strive to be respectful of others and to garner the respect of everyone that we deal with. We value and are committed to proper financial stewardship with and for all stakeholders and to providing proper governance in relation to our policies and charters. We are a well-run and managed organization that is a good place to work, volunteer or invest in, always delivering results and benefits for those it is intended to help. Caring At the Cystic Fibrosis Canada, we are focused on making life better for people with CF and on strengthening their support networks. We are considerate, passionate and empathetic toward those people touched by the disease, and we provide an encouraging and supportive environment that will allow the best care, treatment and research possible. We value and are committed to providing a support structure that delivers equality across the country in care and treatment for those with CF. We are an organization that listens to its stakeholders, with the aim of being as responsive as possible. Teamwork At the Cystic Fibrosis Canada we are an integrated and united front that speaks as one voice with common goals. We depend on individuals to perform specific roles, but we help each other and pick up any slack as required. We are adaptable to individuals different styles and uniqueness and we are strong advocates for the cause. We value and are committed to two-way communications and to strong relationships with all of our partners, including volunteers, employees, donors, researchers and clinicians. We strive to help people with CF cope and gain the quality of life they deserve through information, education and the development and delivery of appropriate resources.

3 THE OPPORTUNITY Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Canada is seeking a skilled and passionate fund development professional to provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management in Central and Southwestern Ontario Region. Reporting to the Executive Director for the Region, the Manager of Fund Development plays a key role in overseeing and supporting the fund development activities and events of the 10 volunteer-led Chapters throughout the Region as well as the professional staff team that supports them. He/she holds primary responsibility for ensuring that CF Canada Chapters are effectively raising funds and representing the cause at the community level. Specific Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership, direction and support to the region on all fundraising initiatives while continuing to evaluate and assess the sustainability and long term support of each initiative; Develop and implement operational plans in conjunction with the staff team and volunteers at the regional and chapter level; Support, evaluation and supervision of staff in the region; Work with the staff and volunteer leaders to seek new fundraising opportunities and analyze them for potential revenue and resource implications; Achieve revenue and activity targets for the region; Work with Regional Executive Director and other CF Canada staff leaders to solicit corporate, individual and foundation donors and partners and provide effective stewardship of relationships; Ensure that donor stewardship, cultivation and recognition strategies are in place throughout the region; Oversee the creation and support of communication and promotional activities for the region in alignment with national strategies; Provide a structured process for volunteers at all levels to ensure they are supported and that recruitment and retention strategies are in place; Effectively manage relationships through the building and sustaining of an internal communication plan to develop regular updates with staff and volunteers to maintain positive rapport with all community stakeholders;

4 Assist the Regional Executive Director in the preparation, monitoring and management of chapter and regional budgets; Support the regional/chapter managers/coordinators in day to day administration; Function as a key relationship manager and point of contact for partners and donors; Provide direct management and support of certain events and relationships; Recruit and train of staff and volunteers as required. Qualifications: The ideal candidate is able to demonstrate the right combination of strong leadership skills and a proven track record in successful event and community based fundraising, while also to supporting the development of a culture of philanthropy. The candidate should demonstrate the following: Minimum of 3 years of progressive management experience in fund development in a non-profit setting; Experience working with a national multi-level organization preferred; Experience and demonstrated success in event management and hands on implementation of successful fundraising events; Experience in working with volunteers in a fundraising capacity; Experience in managing and supervising staff Demonstrated experience in identifying, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors and corporate funders; Exceptional relationship building experience with demonstrated ability to build trust through diplomacy; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Confident public speaker with the ability to engage donors, volunteers and community organizations; Highly motivated, self-starter with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required; Team player, resourceful and organized; able to multi-task in a variety of contexts;

5 Strong administration and computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Raiser s Edge or similar database). CONTACT INFORMATION Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] indicating Manager, Fund Development, Central & Southwestern Ontario Region in your subject line, and include your salary expectations. *No phone calls please. While, we wish to acknowledge all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Cystic Fibrosis Canada is committed to making the recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Accommodations for disabilities are available upon request. For additional information on Cystic Fibrosis Canada and the courageous fight being waged against this disease, please visit