Executive Director/Foundation Coordinator
Full Time Contract Position
Job Overview: Reporting to the Hanover & District Hospital Foundation Chair and Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the planning and implementation of fundraising activities. The successful candidate must demonstrate some knowledge of fundraising responsibility and an ability to build strong and productive relationships to maximize revenue generating opportunities. Responsibilities include overseeing and ensuring day-to-day delivery of Foundation programs, support and maintain involvement of directors and volunteers in committee work, and establish a positive, healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising & Community Engagement
- University degree or Graduate Certificate in Fundraising, Philanthropy, Business or related discipline.
- Experience in a fundraising and philanthropic environment and volunteer and event management preferred.
- Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) designation considered to be an asset.
- Experience developing, managing and adhering to budgets.
- Demonstrated social media marketing skills.
- Knowledge of investment principles for charitable gifts vehicles etc.
- Strong Microsoft Office Skills
- Ability to use discretion, judgement and tact in handling sensitive or confidential information and situations.
Working Conditions
- Travel is required. Candidate must possess a valid driver's license and have use of a car.
- The nature of this full time position is such that evening, and some weekend work is required.
- A vulnerable persons police check is a requirement for employment.
Salary Approx: $25.65/hour
Please respond by May 15th with a copy of your resume and cover letter emailed to mntorrie@hdhospital.ca
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising & Community Engagement
- Lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of the Foundation's philanthropic initiatives in collaboration with the Board Chair and Directors
- Champion our mission with the community to identify and cultivate new opportunities
- Research funding sources, oversee the development of fundraising plans and write funding proposals to increase fundraising revenues
- With a focus on donor relations, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects to create momentum and to support a culture of donors who feel connected, valued and informed
- Provide Foundation brand management
- Actively participate in fundraising activities and represent the Foundation at community events to enhance our community profile
- Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Directors about all aspects of the Foundation’s activities
- Develop strategies to address both threats and opportunities in order to remain competitive in fundraising market
- Oversee and ensure quality day-to-day delivery of Foundation programs
- Support and maintain involvement of directors and volunteers in Committee work
- Establish a positive, healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations
- Develop and implement annual operational plans which incorporate goals and objectives that reflect the strategic directions of the Foundation
- Work with staff and the Board to prepare a comprehensive budget.
- Draft policies and procedures for approval by the Board. Provide meeting agendas and supporting materials to the Board. Conduct official correspondence on behalf of the Board as appropriate
- University degree or Graduate Certificate in Fundraising, Philanthropy, Business or related discipline.
- Experience in a fundraising and philanthropic environment and volunteer and event management preferred.
- Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) designation considered to be an asset.
- Experience developing, managing and adhering to budgets.
- Demonstrated social media marketing skills.
- Knowledge of investment principles for charitable gifts vehicles etc.
- Strong Microsoft Office Skills
- Ability to use discretion, judgement and tact in handling sensitive or confidential information and situations.
Working Conditions
- Travel is required. Candidate must possess a valid driver's license and have use of a car.
- The nature of this full time position is such that evening, and some weekend work is required.
- A vulnerable persons police check is a requirement for employment.
Salary Approx: $25.65/hour
Please respond by May 15th with a copy of your resume and cover letter emailed to mntorrie@hdhospital.ca