
Senior Director, Fund Development
Friends of Ruby
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Toronto • Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$136,652 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Lead and execute a multi-year philanthropic strategy focused on major gifts, corporate partnerships, and foundation grants.
- Build and manage a high-value donor portfolio, securing transformative six-figure commitments.
- Oversee complex and multi-year gifts, grant development, reporting, and donor stewardship in line with CRA guidelines.
- Serve as Friends of Ruby’s chief philanthropy ambassador; engage and support the Executive Director and Board in advancing major gifts.
- Cultivate an organization-wide culture of philanthropy and advise the Board’s Fund Development Committee using data-driven insights.
- Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing development team, including future staffing planning.
- Ensure ethical fundraising, CRA compliance, and strong CRM, gift management, and stewardship practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum 7–10 years of progressive philanthropic leadership experience in the non-profit sector.
- Proven track record in major gift fundraising, with the ability to secure six-figure commitments.
- Proficiency with donor management/CRM software (e.g., Bloomerang, Raiser’s Edge).
- Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
- Must provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
- Must reside in Ontario.
- Availability for occasional evenings and travel as needed.
Benefits
- A welcoming, inclusive environment where your voice matters.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.
- Flexible scheduling that fits your life.
- Growth opportunities in a mission-driven organization.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
major gift fundraisinggrant developmentdonor stewardshipdata-driven insightsstaffing planningethical fundraisingCRA compliance
Soft skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationorganizational skillsrelationship building
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeadvanced degreeVulnerable Sector Police Check