VP. Fund Development & Marketing

Positions Available:1
Job Type:Full-Time Permanent
Location:70 Richmond St E Suite 400 Toronto ON M5C 1N8
Work Model:Hybrid.
Schedule:Monday - Friday 9 AM 5 PM (37.5 hours/week)
Reports To:Executive Director
Salary:$136652.05
Closing Date:Friday April 24 2026 at 5:00 PM EST

Existing Vacancy

Friends of Ruby is dedicated to supporting the well-being of 2SLGBTQIA youth aged 16-29 through mental health services social programs and housing. Weoperatea Youth Drop-In Centre offering barrier-free counselling hot meals and community programming and a Transitional Home providing emergency and long-term housing with life-skills support.

Ifyourepassionate about creating safe inclusive spaces for marginalized youth this is your chance to make an impact as a Vice President Fund Development & Marketing!

About the Role

The Vice President Fund Development & Marketing will envision articulate and execute a comprehensive multi-year philanthropic and marketing strategy that fuels Friends of Rubys mission and growth while fostering a culture of philanthropy across the organization. This senior leadership role is accountable for leading the development and marketing team with clarity decisiveness and accountability. Success looks like building a robust diversified funding pipeline with consistent six-figure and transformational commitments; achieving and exceeding annual revenue goals; strengthening an organization-wide philanthropic culture; successfully positioning the organization for a multi-million dollar campaign that enablesFoRto significantly expand its impact for 2SLGBTQIA youth; and elevating theFoRbrand through integrated mission-aligned marketing and communications.

Revenue Goals & Performance Targets (2026-2027 Fiscal Year)

• Total Annual Fundraising Revenue:$7.5M (Year 1 of roadmap to $10M by Year 3)

• Major & Transformational Gifts ($25K):$4.5M total
  Personal portfolio goal: $1.2M
  Secure 46 gifts at $100K and 12 gifts at $500K

• Corporate Partnerships:Secure 57 new partners; achieve $800K$1M in total revenue

• Foundation & Government Grants:Secure $2.5M$3M combined; increase multi-year commitments by 25%

• Multi-Year Commitments:Secure 1520 agreements (25 years)representing$2.5M in committed future revenue

As VP Fund Development & Marketing you willbe responsible for:

• Strategy & Revenue Growth:Lead a multi-year philanthropic strategy build a diversified funding model (major gifts corporate foundations government events digital) and execute a future campaign to build a $10M revenue roadmap securing $25M$50M in multi-year funding.

• Major Gifts & Relationships:Personally manage a high-value donor portfolio; secure six- and seven-figure gifts with an individual goal of $1M annually; structure complex multi-year gift agreements per CRA guidelines.

• Marketing & Brand:Lead integrated marketing and communications to elevate theFoRbrand drive donor engagement translate program impact into donor-centric narratives and serve as chief philanthropy ambassador and brand steward.

• Data & Accountability:Use CRM analytics and prospect research to guide strategy; track quarterly/annual metrics; report progress to leadership and the board.

• Leadership & Culture:Lead mentor and grow the development and marketing team; build systems and accountability; guide the Boards Fund Development Committee; activate the Executive Director and Board as fundraisers; foster an organization-wide culture of philanthropy.

• Equity & Compliance: Apply a deep understanding of 2SLGBTQIA youth realities trauma-informed storytelling and equity-centered fundraising; ensure CRA compliance Donor Bill of Rights and ethical practices.
  
  

What You Bring

• Education:Bachelors degree; advanced degree preferred. CFRE designation or progress toward itstronglypreferred.

• Experience:710 years of progressive philanthropic leadership with 3 years at Senior Director or VP level.

• Fundraising Track Record:Proven ability to secure six-figure/transformational gifts; experience leading or contributing to multi-million-dollar campaigns thatexceededrevenue targets.

• Team Leadership:Experience managing a senior fundraising and marketing team across major gifts communications and donor stewardship.

• Marketing & CRM:Demonstratedexperience in integrated marketing brand management digital marketing and content creation;proficiencywith CRM software (e.g. Raisers Edge NXTBloomerang).

• Compliance:Deep knowledge of CRA guidelines Donor Bill of Rights and ethical charitable giving practices.

Why Work with Us

• A welcoming inclusive environment where your voice matters.

• The opportunity to make a lasting impactinthe lives of 2SLGBTQIA youth.

• Flexible scheduling that fits your life.

What We Need

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

• Must provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check.

• Mustresidein Ontario.

• Hybrid work schedule

• Availability for occasional evenings and travel as needed.

• Alignment with Friends of Rubys mission and values; experience in mission-driven organizations is a strong asset.

• Demonstrates commitment to advancing diversity equity inclusion and reconciliation.
  

Important Note

If you have accessed Friends of Ruby services in the past year we kindly ask that you refrain from applying for this position. This policy helps to ensure objectivity andavoidspotential conflicts of interest. We prioritize equal opportunity for all applicants and aim tomaintainthe integrity of our organization. We appreciate your understanding and commitment to a fair hiring process.

How to Apply

To ensure a fair and efficient hiring process we kindly ask that all applications besubmitteddirectly through the job posting link. We are unable to accept phone inquiriesregardingthis position. Due to the high volume ofapplicationswe receive we are only able to contact candidates who have been selected for an interview.

Please note that no artificial intelligence tools will be used in the screening assessment orselectionof candidates.

Friends of Ruby is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage please inform our People and Culture team.

Apply byFriday April 24 2026 at 5:00 PM ESTand help us create brighter futures for 2SLGBTQIA youth.

Wecantwait to hear from you!

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