Executive Director
St.Amant
- Winnipeg, MB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Strategic Leadership and Vision: Provide strategic leadership to the Foundation, including operational planning, program development, grant-making, financial management, and stakeholder relations.
- Fundraising and Development: Design, execute, and evaluate fundraising strategies that spans planned giving, annual contributions, major gifts, capital campaigns, and hallmark special events. Lead these strategies with a proactive stance on identifying and cultivating new funding streams and donor relationships, ensuring the Foundation's financial sustainability and growth.
- Operational Innovation and Process Improvement: Develop and implement operational procedures and processes to reflect the evolving nature of the organization and its services. Reimagine the Foundation's approach to fundraising and capitalize on emerging grant opportunities through a focus on grant acquisition and proposal development.
- Leadership and Development: Provide mentorship and guidance to the Foundation's team, fostering a work environment that champions growth, operational excellence, and team collaboration.
- Community Engagement and Partnerships: Act as the Foundation's primary ambassador, exploring partnership opportunities and engaging with diverse stakeholders and communities. Lead the cultivation and nurturing of relationships with existing and prospective donors, reinforcing the Foundation's reputation and expanding its philanthropic reach.
- Bachelor's degree in non-profit management, business administration, public administration, or related field preferred. (Certified Fund-Raising Executive accreditation is an asset.)
- Progressive leadership experience in the non-profit sector or philanthropy. Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant-making, and event planning. Experience working with a Board of Directors and managing budgets.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, proficiency in non-profit governance, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Strong knowledge of fund development strategies and experience with major gift programs.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster a collaborative working environment.
- Commitment to the values of St.Amant, with a passion for supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and autism.