Donor Development Manager
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Job Summary
Donor Development Manager
Our client is a highly respected mission-driven organization and a recognized leader in food security community building and social justice.
The Opportunity
We are partnering with our client to recruit an experienced Donor Development Manager to play a pivotal leadership role within its Development & Communications team. Reporting to the Director this position combines strategic fundraising leadership with hands-on portfolio management and people leadership.
The successful candidate will oversee a robust major gifts and foundations program directly manage high-value donor relationships and mentor a growing fundraising team. Acting as a key connector between programs and philanthropy this role ensures donor engagement is grounded in authentic compelling stories of impact.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned fundraiser who is motivated by purpose-driven work and eager to influence systemic change related to food insecurity in Toronto.
Key Responsibilities
Donations & Foundations Portfolio Management
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Manage a portfolio of up to 75 major gift prospects and donors securing contributions of $5000 through thoughtful cultivation solicitation and stewardship
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Expand and strengthen the major gifts and foundations pipeline through strategic prospecting and qualification
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Build strong progression pathways between mid-level and major giving portfolios
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Collaborate closely with program staff to develop tailored proposals reports and donor-specific impact narratives
Strategic Fundraising Leadership
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Partner with the Director to refine and execute an integrated fundraising strategy aligned with organizational priorities
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Identify opportunities to diversify revenue streams and deepen donor engagement
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Establish and uphold best practices policies and procedures that ensure ethical and effective fundraising
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Champion awareness of food insecurity equity and social justice among donors partners and internal stakeholders
Team Leadership & Development
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Serve as a member of the organizations leadership team contributing to broader strategic objectives
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Lead manage and mentor two Development Officers supporting performance growth and professional development
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Set clear goals conduct regular check-ins and foster a collaborative accountable and high-performing team culture
Data Reporting & Compliance
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Oversee accurate and timely donor record management within the CRM (Virtuous) ensuring data integrity
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Analyze and report on fundraising performance to senior leadership and the Board
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Ensure all fundraising activity complies with CRA regulations and Imagine Canada standards
Candidate Profile
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Demonstrated success securing major gifts of $5000 from individuals and foundations
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Minimum 3 years of progressive fundraising experience including staff leadership and mentorship
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Strategic and analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and opportunity-identification skills
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Exceptional relationship-builder with persuasive written and verbal communication abilities
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Experience managing corporate and foundation partnerships
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Proficiency with fundraising CRMs and Microsoft Office Suite
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Strong commitment to anti-racism anti-oppression ethical fundraising practices and community well-being
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Solid knowledge of the Canadian charitable sector and regulatory environment
Why This Role Stands Out
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Opportunity to lead a critical revenue stream within a respected values-driven organization
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Meaningful work that directly supports community well-being and food justice
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Collaborative mission-aligned culture that prioritizes employee engagement and growth
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Unique workplace experience that includes shared chef-prepared lunches reinforcing community and connection
Qualified candidates who are passionate about philanthropy leadership and social impact are encouraged to apply in confidence. Our agency is proud to support our client in building a diverse inclusive and high-performing fundraising team.
Key Skills
- Spring
- Fundraising
- .NET
- Management Experience
- ABAP
- Salesforce
- SAP S/4HANA
- SAP ERP
- Software Development
- Grant Writing
- Child Protective Services
- P&L Management
