Director of Advancement and Communications
Lethbridge Family Services seeks a Director of Advancement and Communications! This senior level role is responsible to develop the resources of Lethbridge Family Services by raising the profile of LFS in the community through advocacy, donor & media relations, nurturing funder relationships, and planning and delivering signature events. This role also supports program-level funding proposals and facilitates grant proposals.
We offer:
- a welcoming, inclusive work environment where people thrive,
- a discounted cell phone plan, gym membership, personal insurance, and
- a comprehensive benefits package, including short term disability coverage, paid vacation, paid sick time, and flexible hours.
The Advancement and Communications director:
- works with the CEO to establish resource development priorities and strategies,
- coordinates with the Director of Finance to establish annual revenue generation targets for LFS,
- establishes and carries out a long-term strategy to develop and nurture relationships between LFS and the community,
- provides supervision and support to the Advancement and Communications team,
- cultivates, develops, and maintains relationships with donors,
- provides media interviews and maintains media relationships on behalf of LFS,
- facilitates, edits, and writes grant proposals, and
- regularly conducts research and analyzes data to contribute to the strategic direction of LFS.
Required skills and qualifications:
- a related post-secondary degree,
- a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field,
- a proven record of success in raising funds for non-profit organizations,
- experience with media and donor relations,
- experience in grant application processes and writing applications, and
- experience with event organization and the ability to deliver presentations to diverse groups.
All new employees must provide a police information check and vulnerable sector check dated not less than 90 days prior to the date of hire.
Hours: Regular Full-Time – Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
Number of positions available: 1
Work Location: 1410 Mayor Magrath Dr S, Lethbridge AB
Contact Person: Sandra Mintz
Application deadline: until suitable candidate is found
Apply online at LFSfamily.ca and reference job number 26CA5.
Lethbridge Family Services is an accredited social service organization. For more information, please visit www.LFSfamily.ca.
Lethbridge Family Services is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, representative of the clients we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to ensuring that all employment opportunities are inclusive to all people. We thank everyone for their interest in Lethbridge Family Services, however, we only contact the individuals selected to continue in the process.
Lethbridge Family Services eliminates barriers from the recruitment process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] so that supports can be put in place. Private information received in relation to your request for support will be used only to facilitate the recruitment process and shared only as needed with the selection committee.
