Director of Development

Director of DevelopmentScience North is seeking a Director of Development who brings a passion for building relationships and a proven ability to grow philanthropic support that advances organizational priorities. This is an opportunity to strengthen the resources that sustain exceptional science experiences expand access to science learning and support our impact across Northern directly to the CEO and serving as a member of the Executive Team the Director leads Science Norths development strategy and team working closely with colleagues to translate organizational priorities into compelling opportunities for donor and partner support. The immediate focus is on growing ongoing philanthropic revenue deepening existing relationships and securing support for core operations programs and strategic successful candidate will combine fundraising expertise with sound judgment a collaborative leadership approach and a willingness to work hands-on with a small team. They will contribute to Science Norths overall success through thoughtful partnership with colleagues strong donor stewardship and measurable fundraising directly to the CEO and overseeing a team of 1-4 staff the Director of Development will:Grow philanthropic support for Science Norths prioritiesDevelop and implement a multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with Science Norths strategic priorities and financial sustainability support from individuals corporations and foundations with an emphasis on unrestricted giving annual support major gifts and multi-year lead the cultivation solicitation and stewardship of key donors and prospects engaging the CEO colleagues and Board volunteers where their involvement can strengthen a strong pipeline of prospective supporters and develop compelling funding opportunities for Science Norths programs experiences and community lasting donor and partner relationshipsDeepen relationships with existing supporters through thoughtful engagement timely communication and meaningful stewardship plans that demonstrate the impact of contributions and encourage renewed and increased relationship responsibilities across the organization ensuring a consistent experience for donors and accurate current donor records and relationship histories to support shared knowledge effective follow-through and across the organizationContribute actively to the Executive Team bringing fundraising expertise and sharing accountability for Science Norths overall with colleagues to translate organizational priorities into compelling proposals that reflect program needs operational capacity and the full cost of prospective opportunities for strategic alignment net financial contribution and ongoing commitments securing internal agreement before making commitments to productive working relationships through early consultation open communication and constructive the case for supportWork with communications and program colleagues to tell compelling stories about Science Norths impact and the difference philanthropic support persuasive proposals cases for support and donor communications that connect supporter interests with organizational fundraising events and campaigns with clear objectives for revenue relationship development and the Development team and its operationsLead coach and support a small Development team setting clear priorities and contributing directly to fundraising and manage the units budget ensuring responsible use of resources and attention to fundraising realistic targets and provide timely forecasts and reporting on revenue fundraising costs donor retention and pipeline ethical fundraising practices donor confidentiality and accountability for donor commitments working closely with Finance and other and experiencePostsecondary education in fundraising business communications or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant least seven years of progressive fundraising experience including demonstrated success leading a team or development function.A proven record of securing gifts and partnerships from individuals corporations and foundations including personally cultivating relationships and leading success growing ongoing philanthropic support through donor retention renewed and increased giving and multi-year developing fundraising strategies managing budgets and translating revenue goals into practical plans and measurable using donor management systems and data to guide relationship development track progress and maintain reliable Fundraising Executive (CFRE) designation is an and professional strengthsA collaborative leadership approach with demonstrated ability to build trust across teams and connect fundraising efforts to organizational business judgment including the ability to assess funding opportunities in relation to their financial contribution delivery costs and operational relationship-building and communication skills with the ability to listen carefully understand donor interests and articulate a compelling case for contributing ideas and perspectives openness to feedback and the ability to work through differences respectfully and support collective decisions.A practical hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic leadership direct fundraising and the day-to-day needs of a small coaching staff setting clear expectations and fostering a respectful accountable and supportive work organizational skills and reliable follow-through on commitments to colleagues donors and to ethical fundraising donor confidentiality inclusion and Science Norths to communicate effectively in both English and French is an package highlights:This is long-term position supported by an excellent compensation package:Competitive starting salary starting between $86562 to $144271Full-time permanent opportunityAnnual performance and merit increase considerationParticipation in the Science North Employee Incentive PlanFlexible work arrangementsComprehensive group benefit package including medical dental vision paramedical life/travel insurance short and long-term disability coverage 24/7 telemedicine access wellness spending account/ onsite physio/chiro servicesfollowing 6-monthsOnsite exercise roomPension plan following one yearScience North annual family membershipFree or discounted admission to other attractions outside Sudbury Science North facilities and program discounts fitness membership contributionProfessional development opportunitiesMinimum 4 weeks vacationEmployee Referral ProgramFree parkingScience North is grateful to work with First Nations across Northern Ontario and we give thanks to the Indigenous Peoples who have cared for this land since time immemorial. We pay respect to their traditions ways of knowing and acknowledge their many contributions to innovations in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics past and present. We also recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario for their historic and ongoing contributions. Science North commits to deepening engagement relationships and partnerships in order to advance truth and reconciliation honour and reflect Indigenous ways of knowing grow economic opportunities and collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in order to inspire all people to be engaged with science in the world around applicants are asked to apply online. Deadline for applications is October 31 2026. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science Norths selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be North is a registered North is an agency of the Government of Ontario.