Manager of Development and Partnerships - Winnipeg, Canada - Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Canadian Museum for Human Rights

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Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) is dedicated to the evolution, celebration and future of human rights.

They imagine a world where everyone values human rights and takes responsibility to promote respect and dignity for all.

The Museum brings together stunning galleries and exhibitions, moving public and education programs, and unforgettable architecture to create an experience like no other.

Since opening in 2014, the Museum has welcomed over 1.5 million visitors in-person and millions more online. It has worked with over 150,000 participants from across Canada in our education programs. It has won over 50 awards for its programs, galleries, architecture, communications and design. And, it is featured on the new $10 bill, as a symbol of Canada's commitment to human rights.

The Friends of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (FCMHR) is the non-profit organization that attracts and sustains all forms of philanthropic contributions for the Museum from a broad range of supporters across Canada and around the world.

To support the construction of the Museum, the Friends ran the most successful capital campaign in the history of national cultural institution in Canada, raising more than $150 million from private funding sources.

Together, the Friends and the Museum are building a national dialogue about the power and importance of human rights, helping people from all walks of life to connect with something much larger than themselves and acknowledge that they have a direct stake in building a better world.

Purpose of Position

Reporting to the CEO, Friends of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, the Manager of Development and Partnerships is an integral team member who is responsible for building and expanding private funding sources to support the goals of the CMHR.

The areas of fundraising expected in this role include major gifts, planned giving and sponsorships, as well as other funding streams.

This is a permanent full-time role based in Winnipeg, with a national and potentially international scope.

Key Responsibilities

Fosters a culture that promotes respect, equity, inclusion and innovation, and models antiracist and accountable behaviours.
Manages a pool of prospects, donors and sponsors, which includes identifying, rating and developing individual strategies and implementing tailored action plans for cultivating and soliciting prospects for donations, sponsorships and other forms of partnerships.
Contributes to and supports the development of the FCMHR's strategic fundraising plan, with a specific focus on building and stewarding the FCMHR's funding base.
Continually seeks new and appropriate contacts and partnerships with relevant individuals, partners, funders and agencies to cultivate, grow and sustain short

- and long-term funding.

Plans and participates in events relating to donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
Develops appropriate communications materials and other tools to support fundraising initiatives.
Represents the FCMHR as required (as well as the CMHR, if required) at select meetings with various stakeholders, including donors, prospective donors and sponsors.
Prepares proposals and information packages for donor prospects and potential sponsors.
Maintains a schedule in relation to the overall fundraising critical path and donor relations timeline.
Tracks activity and monitors results of assigned activities and goals.
Other duties as required to fulfil the goals of this position and those of the Friends team.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years' experience in fundraising (or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a relevant area), with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding targets.
Demonstrated experience connecting with diverse networks.
Demonstrated knowledge in contributing towards the success of fundraising campaigns, strategies and proposals.
Commitment to human rights principles, including respect, equity, inclusion and dignity for all.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and experienced in working collectively toward goals.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Demonstrated interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
A confident, creative professional who takes initiative and who is focused on results and achieving budgets in a timely manner.
Demonstrated ability to successfully cultivate and engage highlevel volunteers.
Perseverance, energy and selfmotivation.

Desired qualifications

Ability to communicate proficiently in both official languages.
Demonstrated major gift fundraising experience and sponsorship solicitation an asset.
Excellent writing skills; ease in dealing with volunteers, staff and special events.
Experience with Raisers Edge NXT or other