Director of Development
Director of Development
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Job Description
Who are we
Over the past 20 years Aberdeen Hall has become a toplevel independent school that provides excellent academics and a strong character education to our diverse student population of 700 Preschool to Grade 12 children. Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley of British Columbia our employees enjoy the many opportunities that Kelowna provides for skiing boating hiking golfing and other outdoor activities. With an international airport university comprehensive medical facilities and a vibrant lakefront downtown Kelowna offers big city living in a laidback atmosphere.
We are seeking a visionary and relationshipdriven Director of Development to lead our fundraising donor engagement and community advancement efforts. As a key member of the Advancement Team the Director of Development plays a strategic leadership role in fostering a culture of philanthropy aligned with Aberdeen Halls mission values and longterm vision. (position profile can be found here) . This contribution to the school helps to provide our students and employees with one of the most unique spectacular and inspiring learning and working environments in Canada.
We welcome applicants who like us embrace the core values of resilience responsibility integrity optimism curiosity and kindness. You are also known to be innovative progressive adaptable and passionate about raising the next generation to lead meaningful lives as contributing citizens to their communities.
What makes us different
Working at Aberdeen Hall is far from the status quo. We are a forwardthinking school that believes in rewarding our employees and putting our people first. We are grateful for our communityspirited culture and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for worklife balance a comfortable pace of life and a wide range of afterwork activities.
Aberdeen Hall provides
Competitive Compensation for permanent roles at an annual salary of $90000 to $130000 inclusive of vacation pay and commensurate with years of experience and education
Annual vacation time starting at 5 weeks with the opportunity to increase this in time
Potential moving allowance
Open and collaborative culture
Comprehensive enhanced benefits package
RRSP contribution of 8 for employees that invest 4 of their salary
Financial Guidance from an Industry Professional
Personalized professional development plans
Newly built inspiring campus setting
Wellestablished mentorship program
Position Summary
This dynamic position is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive advancement strategy including our Annual Fund donor stewardship programs major gift cultivation alumni relations and highimpact events. The Director of Development manages the Events & Alumni Officer and works collaboratively with senior leadership parents alumni and community partners to grow Aberdeen Halls philanthropic capacity and strengthen relationships across our vibrant community.
We are looking for a highly motivated leader with exceptional communication skills proven fundraising success and a passion for independent school education. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of one of British Columbias most forwardthinking independent schools.
Success Factors
Bachelors degree in fundraising marketing communications business public relations or a related field (required).
CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) designation or related fundraising certification (preferred).
Additional training or coursework in nonprofit management event planning or advancement (asset).
Minimum of 57 years of progressive experience in fundraising development advancement or external relations ideally in an independent school or nonprofit environment.
Demonstrated success in managing Annual Giving campaigns and securing major gifts.
Experience developing and implementing strategic fundraising and donor stewardship plans.
Proven success cultivating relationships with donors alumni and community stakeholders.
Leadership experience managing teams and supporting volunteer committees.
Experience planning and executing successful fundraising and donor engagement events.
Familiarity with CRA charitable giving regulations and best practices in donor stewardship.
Experience working with donor database systems (e.g. DonorPerfect Raisers Edge or equivalent).
As part of our active commitment to diversity equity and inclusion we strive to welcome students families and employees with a diverse range of identities and backgrounds to enrich the Aberdeen Hall family with varied perspectives.
The successful applicant to our role will be a team player and participate in extracurricular activities. Aberdeen Hall offers competitive compensation and excellent longterm potential. We thank all candidates for their time and interest; however only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Please forward your resume and cover letter to Lisa White Director of Finance & Human Resources at
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
