Community and Corporate Fund Development Officer - London, Canada - Thames Valley District School Board

Thames Valley District School Board

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London, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Community and Corporate Fund Development Officer manages the operations, administrative and financial management of the Thames Valley Education Foundation (TVEF), an arms-length charity that supports students within the Thames Valley District Board, by providing direction and leadership to support community-based initiatives and fund development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage a portfolio of major donors and sponsors and execute fundraising initiatives to bring in funds to support students at TVDSB, including donor problemsolving, working with external partners for fundraising efforts; also includes creation of fundraising materials such as Annual Reports, newsletters, and communication initiatives
Manage the TVEF Board of Directors and complete regular organizational reporting, policy review/amendments/creation, request for vendor proposals
Manage and support the TVEF program logistics, planning, evaluation and implementation including, Caring Fund, Best First Day (backpack program), Lawson Literary Awards, and Learning Enhancement Fund
Support TVDSB internal staff in fundraising efforts, including fundraising policy support
Manage overall aspects of the TVEF including staffing, budgeting and financial reporting, adhering to federal and provincial requirements

WORK PERFORMED:

Administer the student awards and scholarship portfolios for the Board and the Thames Valley Education Foundation (TVEF)
Manage, administer and direct all marketing initiatives regarding student scholarships, trusts and bursaries, and coordinate grants
Serve as custodian of all legal documents and trust accounts related to the TVEF
Develop, implement, assess, review and revise a strategic plan for the TVEF, in consultation with the Board of Directors, providing the highest level of stewardship and opportunities to sustain and grow the foundation
Develop and maintain relationships supportive of the goals and objectives of the Board and the TVEF with donors and potential donors, community groups, philanthropic organizations and government bodies
Provide expertise in the areas of fund raising, sponsorship, grants submissions, memorial donations, planned giving, major giving, donor recognition and stewardship to school staff, parent groups, donors, legal and financial advisors
Develop related policies and procedures
Coordinate related systemwide programs and special events
Act as spokesperson regarding special events and with media interviews
Liaise with financial services staff to ensure transactions and records are kept according to Board policies and bylaws of the TVEF
Supervise development staff, including delegation of responsibilities, managing performance and conduct issues, completing performance appraisals and goal setting activities

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:

Excellent interpersonal skills with effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to manage and lead projects
Sound understanding of fundraising principles, including Board governance, Canada Revenue Agency rules and regulations for nonprofit organizations, financial investment and donation vehicles, and nonprofit marketing practices
Ability to present in both small and large groups
Ability to liaise with individuals and organizations
Ability to induce cooperation with external partners

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of a three (3) year Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or equivalent
Five (5) years of related work experience is required

_The recruitment process requires a criminal background check for work with vulnerable persons._

_The Thames Valley District School Board is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and school communities. The Thames Valley District School Board seeks to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free and will provide accommodations to applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please inform the Human Resources team member indicated below of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you require._