DIRECTOR, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, FULLTIME

Full time, permanent position - 37.Food is not the solution to food insecurity, but people need support today.
Knowing this, we collect and distribute more than three million kilograms of food annually to 140 member food banks, meal programs, and shelters across the province.
This equates to over $1 million worth of food each month.
We also support member agencies as they build capacity to serve their communities, and partner with communities across Nova Scotia to explore innovative new solutions to food insecurity.
While we help Nova Scotians meet a very basic need, we're raising awareness of the root causes of food insecurity - things like systemic racism, low wages, inadequate income support, and unaffordable housing.
We believe all Nova Scotians deserve just, dignified, and secure access to food, and no one should have to rely on charity to meet their most basic needs.

The Director of Philanthropy and Engagement leads the organization's efforts in fundraising, marketing, communications, and community engagement to drive mission impact.
Reporting to the Executive Director, this role develops and implements multi-year strategies to grow sustainable revenue streams, expand community outreach, and strengthen stakeholder engagement.
With a focus on equity and social justice, the Director builds partnerships and mobilizes resources to address food insecurity and its root causes.
Drawing on extensive experience in fundraising, marketing, and communications, the Director champions innovative initiatives, amplifies Feed Nova Scotia's voice, and fosters connections that inspire transformative support from donors and the community.
As part of the senior leadership team, the Director will guide transformation, working collaboratively to align communications, marketing and fundraising strategies with our evolving mission, vision and values.

The Director will lead both the Communications & Marketing and the Development & Fundraising portfolios, while contributing to the strategic vision and function of the senior leadership team:


Develop and implement a comprehensive communications, marketing, and fund development strategy to align with organizational goals
Coordinate all aspects of a comprehensive fundraising program including major gifts, grant applications, fundraising events (internal and third party), direct mail, online giving, planned giving, and donor stewardship
Guide organizational transformation by leveraging storytelling, brand alignment, and community engagement to position Feed Nova Scotia as a leader in addressing food insecurity
Oversee the integration of Justice, Equity, Decolonization, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDDI) principles into all communications and fundraising activities
Build and lead a high-performing team across both functions, by providing guidance and support, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, respect and excellence
Manage, analyze and report on all revenue development, fund development and communications strategies and programs

Key Communications Responsibilities:

Brand Management
Content Creation
Campaign Planning and Execution
Grant Writing and Reporting
Event Management
Stakeholder and Community Engagement

The Director of Philanthropy and Engagement role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends, on-call availability, and active engagement in the community through events and initiatives.
To support healthy work life balance, flexible and remote work options will be available, as per organizational policy and procedures.

Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to lead and adapt through organizational transformation
~ Demonstrated experience in brand development, public relations, and multi-channel marketing
~ Commitment to social justice, equity, and the principles of JEDDI
~ Proficiency in leveraging data, analytics, and digital tools to optimize campaigns and fundraising effort
~ Strong project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
~ Undergraduate or postgraduate degree (preferable) in public policy, nonprofit management, social sciences, marketing, or a related field
~7-10 years of experience in a senior leadership position with at least three years in a supervisory role; A Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), or equivalent, credential is preferred
~ Centres equity, diversity, and inclusion in their work, understanding this is essential for fundamental change, and holds others accountable to do the same

If you are looking for a truly unique and powerful opportunity to serve your community, please submit your cover letter and resume in one PDF document that clearly indicates how you meet the requirements of this position to:
*** by 11:
59pm on Sunday, February 2, 2025.
Please include 'Director, Philanthropy and Engagement' in the subject line to help us action your application more efficiently.

We want someone who is passionate about our mission, who has the potential to do great work with the right tools and resources, and who is willing and ready to learn alongside our team as we work towards making positive, sustainable change in our community.
• At Feed Nova Scotia, we prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce, understanding its critical role in driving innovation and fostering a sense of belonging.
Our commitment extends to creating a work environment that authentically represents the communities we serve.

We actively encourage submissions from those identifying as African Nova Scotian, Mi'kmaq, Black, racialized, Indigenous/First Nation, a person with disability, 2SLGBTQIA+, and newcomers to Canada.
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