Director of Fund Development

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Position Summary
The Director of Fund Development is responsible for the development and submission of funding applications. The role includes  cultivating and maintaining relationships with new and existing funders to improve the quality of application submissions.

Duties & Responsibilities
Responsible for supporting the recruitment of and leading the fund development team.
Research and develop funding proposals for charitable foundations, community foundations, corporate charitable funds, government funding, and other similar funds. 
Research and identification of potential donors and developing the case for giving.
Responsible for the developing post-mortems for funding applications to gain insights on how to strengthen our applications.
Remain current on all legislation and ethical practices pertaining to fundraising. 
Responsible for updating the fundraising database, reporting income to the Treasurer, and ensuring timely distribution of donation receipts. 
Compile, maintain and report on fundraising statistics.
Analyze trends in fundraising, identifying opportunities and challenges and developing strategies to ensure goals are met. 

Qualifications
Graduated or enrolled in a University degree or community college diploma program.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Has experience with developing and executing fundraising strategies.
Knowledgeable about writing effective funding applications.
Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to supervise and motivate volunteers.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Sound computer skills including operating Google Suite.

Application Process
Please submit your resume and cover letter to talent@imaginecities.com. For those who proceed to the next round, we will request an interview.