Position: Director of Development
Duration: Permanent, full-time, year-round
Deadline: September 9, 2022 or until filled
About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to strengthen and grow fund development initiatives at the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, a signature cultural event in the city of Vancouver.
Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the Director of Development is responsible for leading and ensuring the smooth operation, efficiency and growth of the private sector fundraising programs of the Society. This includes planning and executing fundraising campaigns and events, managing and developing individual donor base year round and building and maintaining relationships with foundations, corporate donors and sponsors. The successful candidate will collaborate with contractors and staff to build PuSh’s fundraising portfolio.
The Director of Development provides professional support to the Collaborative Leadership Team and Board of Directors and will perform the duties of the position to the best of their abilities and will at all times devote their effort to advancing the interest of the Society. This is a permanent, full-time position that operates in accordance with the Association of Fundraising Professionals Code of Ethics and Donor Bill of Rights.
Highlights of the Position
- Salary $50,000-60,000
- Extended Health Benefits Package
- 2 Weeks Vacation plus additional office closure periods
- Relocation support
Attributes We Seek:
- Interest in innovative approaches to fundraising that reflect changing practices, preferences, and demographics of diverse prospect spheres.
- Thrives working collaboratively.
- Deep enthusiasm for the transformational potential of the arts.
- A practical, calm, and creative problem-solver and strategic thinker, with the flexibility to react nimbly to the unexpected.
- Results-oriented personality with a collegial approach and high level of integrity.
- Strong attention to detail and high level of thoroughness.
Candidates Professional Experience:
- Relevant experience fundraising within a not-for-profit environment, preferably in the arts.
- Experience in managing a complex portfolio of prospects at various stages of relationship with an organization.
- Experience in working with prospects, donors, and senior volunteers.
- Proven track record in setting and reaching financial goals.
- Excellent communication skills - written and verbal.
- Post-secondary degree or diploma or equivalent education and experience.
Exceptional Candidates will have:
- Proven history of strategic planning around fundraising.
- Track record of successful fundraising event coordination.
- Extensive experience in individual and corporate fund development.
- Experience working with database software to track and manage donors.
How to Apply:
Interested Candidates are encouraged to reach out to hr@pushfestival.ca if they have any questions about this position, or would like further information.
To apply, send a cover letter stating your interest in this posting along with a resume/cv outlining your professional experience. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled, with a priority application date of September 9, 2022.
KEY DATES (subject to change):
- September 9, 2022 Posting Due Date – priority application date
- September 2022 Application review and interview process
- (TBA on Zoom, TBA in-person if possible)
- October 2022 Candidate begins (optimal start date)
We strongly encourage applications from members of communities that are marginalized or that experience structural discrimination inlluding those identifying as Indigenous, people of colour, members of non-dominant ethnic, religious, linguistic and/or cultural groups, women, (im)migrants/newcomers, people with (dis)abilities, and LGBTQ2S+ people and we strongly encourage applicants to self-identify in their application if they feel comfortable doing so. In order to achieve a representative team, preference may be given to applicants self-declaring as being a member of one or more of the groups identified above. PuSh believes that a staff that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve strengthens our ability to achieve our mission.
PuSh is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If accommodations are needed to participate in the job application or interview process and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact hr@pushfestival.ca.
Contact Name: Keltie Forsyth, Director of Operations
Director of Development Areas of Specific Responsibility:
The Director of Development is responsible for planning, implementing, and leading private sector fundraising campaigns and initiatives. This includes all activities that generate revenue from:
- Individual donors and members;
- Corporate donors, sponsors and advertisers;
- Foundations;
- Special events.
This position includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
- Work with the Collaborative Leadership Team to establish and monitor revenue targets for all programs, per the annual development plan and timeline.
- Research and identify prospective supporters.
- Actively solicit funds on behalf of the Society through presentations, proposals, mailings, email campaigns and personal solicitations.
- Manage donor cultivation, stewardship, recognition and reporting activities.
- Develop and maintain all fundraising collateral and tools, including final reports, corporate folders, tax receipts, thank you letters, web pages and other materials.
- Coordinate and host donor/member/sponsor events.
- Supervise support personnel as necessary.
- Provide leadership to the volunteer Fundraising committee to achieve fundraising goals and targets, as necessary and appropriate.
- Work with the Collaborative Leadership Team to ensure that fundraising policies for the Society are up-to-date and effective.
- Network on behalf of the Society to encourage support and interest.
- Develop and maintain constituent management records.
- Participate in the development of the Society’s Annual Report
- Represent the Society at events and meetings as necessary.
- Participate in Festival activities as necessary.
- Participate in the Society’s ongoing strategic planning.
- Attend regular staff and production meetings as called by the Collaborative Leadership Team.
- Support the efforts of the Society and other Society staff members and contractors as necessary.
