Manager, Fundraising Program

Job title: Manager, Fundraising Program

Job description: Position Title: Manager, Fundraising Program

Classification: Manager

Job Type: Term (18 months), Part-Time Employee (28 hrs/week)

Pay Band: $61,268.80 to $72,086.40 annually

Benefits: Excellent benefits package including Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Department: Corporate Services

Reporting to: Director of Finance and Corporate Services

Application Deadline: October 17, 2023 or until suitable candidate is found

Apply at: or to Rebecca Adeladan,

Job Summary

Are you passionate about small-shop fundraising? Are you invested in social justice? Then Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC) wants to hear from YOU! We’re seeking a Manager, Fundraising Program to dream up, develop, and implement our first-ever centre-wide fundraising strategy. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to build a fundraising program from the ground-up, with a balance of both autonomous work and collaboration as you get to know the SWCHC landscape.

The Manager, Fundraising Program will work closely with senior leadership and program managers to develop a comprehensive long-term fundraising plan for our centre and put into place the foundational systems, policies, processes, and tools necessary to make it a reality. There’s an important cause at the heart of all we do: supporting our neighbours and community to enjoy the best possible health and well-being by providing low-barrier health and social services. Your work will help fill the gaps in our existing funding agreements, leading to the sustainability and growth of critical community supports.

This is an 18-month term position with the possibility of extension. SWCHC provides a flexible working environment and is open to a hybrid (remote and in-office) working arrangement for the successful candidate.

About us:

We are Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC), a non-profit, community-governed organization that serves over 18,000 clients annually. Established in 1978, SWCHC provides a wide range of health care services such as primary health care, health promotion, community development, mental health and harm reduction. We are deeply connected to the communities we serve and committed to removing barriers to accessing services for people who are vulnerable because of their age, income, ability, sexual orientation or gender identity, and language or culture.

SWCHC strives to ensure that our team reflects the communities we serve. We work within an anti-racist, anti-oppressive framework that acknowledges the existence and impacts of systemic racism, and seeks to ensure that systems are fair and equitable for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership and program managers to identify funding needs and opportunities.
• Conduct market research and analysis on fundraising opportunities, challenges, and recommended approaches.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive multi-year fundraising plan aligned with our organization’s Strategic Plan.
• Identify potential donors and funding sources and create strategies to approach and engage funders.
• Set fundraising targets for amounts to be raised each year.
• Develop policy to guide fundraising activities that align with SWCHC’s mission and values.
• Create a donor relations/retention plan.
• Develop key marketing/fund development materials and donor communication templates.
• Strengthen external communication channels and content, including our quarterly community newsletter, social media and website
• Provide coaching and support to SWCHC leadership on building relationships with potential donors, investors and funders.
• Engage with the Board of Directors on the proposed fundraising strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in not-for-profit fundraising, including leadership experience and familiarity within the social service sector.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of experience and qualifications.
• CFRE designation is considered an asset.
• Proven ability to develop and implement a successful fundraising plan, including a proven track record of success in fund development, preferable in a non-profit organization.
• Strong knowledge of donor stewardship strategies
• Solid understanding of Canada Revenue Agency tax receipting requirements and guidelines.
• High proficiency in donor management software and relevant technology to facilitate the work.
• Highly developed people leadership and team-building skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong ability to build relationships with all stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts and compelling cases for support.
• Experience and expertise in social media engagement strategies
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and achieve fundraising goals.
• Familiarity with Ottawa’s Centretown West neighbourhood and connection to local community a significant asset.

Leadership Competencies

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Demonstrates commitment to equity, cultural competence, advocacy, collaborative leadership, emotional intelligence, intercultural communication, data literacy, and continuous learning to create a workplace that values diversity, promotes inclusion and fosters belonging.

Service Excellence

Is committed to being a leader in health care by offering the best possible services to clients based on identified best practices and client needs. Puts the client at the heart of all efforts and delivery. Seeks understanding of and delivers to the client’s needs.

Organizational Awareness

Understands the complex environment in which SWCHC operates, including the health care sector environment, the political climate and the relationships of teams and individuals within our centre.

Managing Change

Recognizes, initiates and/or manages change initiatives which focus on enhancing our service delivery and contribute to the current and future success of our centre.

Accountability

Understands areas of responsibility and activities that need to be undertaken to meet goals. Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member. Displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; delivers on commitments to maintain the clients’ trust and foster client loyalty.

Developing Self and Others

Recognizes the importance of ongoing development and lifelong learning in self and others

Language Requirement

• English, spoken and written required
• Other languages an asset

Please submit your resume and cover letter as one document to or to Rebecca Adeladan, by October 17th , 2023 or until a suitable candidate is found.

**It is the policy of SWCHC to require COVID-19 immunization for all employees, volunteers, students, and contractors, including those who work off-site with the following exceptions: Persons with a medical reason that prevents them from being vaccinated against COVID-19; Persons with other reasonable considerations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code that restrict them from being vaccinated against Covid 19 vaccination.**

Somerset West Community Health Centre is an equal opportunity employer who values the diversity of individuals in our programs and services.

We welcome and encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and racialized communities, Two-Spirit, nonbinary, LGBTQ+ people; people with disabilities; and members of other equity deserving communities. Applicants are encouraged to share accessibility needs in the application process, and every attempt will be made to accommodate them.

Due to the high volume of applicants, we can neither confirm receipt of nor respond to inquiries regarding your application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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