Director Of Philanthropy (Hybrid)
Job Order ID:8682
Employment Type:Yearly Salary
Web Publication Date:3/25/2026 12:00:00 AM
Number of Positions:1
Schedule:Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, 2 days on site and 3 days remote
Job Location:Toronto
Brief Description:

Our employer delivers programs that break down barriers, restore human dignity, foster capacity-building, and empower marginalized individuals to navigate socioeconomic barriers and create real change in their lives.

They are looking for an individual to be responsible for strategic leadership for their fundraising and philanthropic engagement efforts.

 

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role leads the design and implementation of a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports the organization's mission and long-term priorities. The Director of Philanthropy is responsible for cultivating meaningful relationships with donors, foundations, and community partners while strengthening the systems, processes, and culture that sustain a thriving development program. This role is ideal for a thoughtful and relationship-driven fundraising leader who values authentic engagement over transactional fundraising and is motivated by the opportunity to help a mission-driven organization deepen its impact.

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Job Function:

Strategy and Business Development

  • Lead the development and implementation of the organization's annual fundraising strategy aligned with organizational priorities
  • Identify opportunities to grow philanthropic revenue through diversified funding streams
  • Build and strengthen systems, processes, and operational frameworks that support a sustainable development program
  • Monitor trends in philanthropy and the Jewish communal landscape to integrate best practices and innovation
  • Serve as an ambassador for the organization within the Jewish community and the broader philanthropic ecosystem
  • Partner with senior leadership on long-term fundraising planning and revenue forecasting
  • Foster a culture of philanthropy across the organization

 

Donor & Fundraising Portfolio Management

  • Cultivate and steward relationships with individual, corporate, and foundation donors
  • Identify and develop new philanthropic partnerships aligned with the organization's mission
  • Oversee the preparation and submission of foundation grant proposals under $25,000
  • Ensure development activities support donor acquisition, retention, and long-term engagement

 

Data, Systems & Performance

  • Ensure the integrity and strategic use of the donor database and fundraising systems
  • Monitor key fundraising metrics and donor pipelines to guide strategy and decision-making
  • Strengthen workflows and digital tools that support effective development operations
  • Support accurate reporting on fundraising performance and outcomes

 

Donor Stewardship & Engagement

  • Lead a comprehensive stewardship approach that ensures meaningful donor recognition
  • Collaborate with internal teams to create authentic donor experiences and
  • Develop strategies that support long-term donor relationships and growth in

 

Team Leadership

  • Supervise and mentor one direct report (Development Coordinator
  • Establish departmental priorities, workflows, and performance expectations
  • Support a collaborative and innovative development culture focused on continuous improvement

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Job Requirement:

Experience

  • 7+ years of progressive fundraising experience, with demonstrated success in donor engagement and annual campaigns
  • 4+ years of leadership or supervisory experience within a development or philanthropic environment
  • Substantial experience cultivating partnerships with individuals, foundations, and corporate supporters
  • Experience working within the Toronto Jewish philanthropic or nonprofit community (Asset)

Hard Skills

  • Expertise with fundraising CRM systems and the ability to leverage data to guide strategy
  • Demonstrated ability to design and strengthen fundraising systems, processes, and donor engagement strategies
  • Strong organizational and project management abilities

Soft Skills

  • Superb relationship‑building skills and a thoughtful approach to donor engagement
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate ideas into practical action

Industry Knowledge / Community Familiarity

  • Familiarity with Jewish communal organizations, foundations, and donor networks (Asset)

Certifications (Assets)

  • CFRE designation