The St.Amant Foundation seeks a strategic and compassionate Executive Director to lead its efforts in improving the quality of life for over 5,000 individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and acquired brain injury in Manitoba. This leadership role calls for a passionate individual who can navigate the evolving landscape of fundraising, develop strategic partnerships, and enhance the Foundation's impact through innovative solutions.
The Executive Director reports directly to the President & CEO of St.Amant and is responsible for aligning the Foundation's strategic goals with St.Amant’s mission, vision, values, and policies. The Executive Director serves as the primary ambassador for the Foundation, working collaboratively with the Board of Directors and partnered programs to ensure success.
This leadership position is an excellent opportunity for an Executive Director who enjoys operational excellence and innovation, shaping new methodologies and evolving a fundraising organization to meet challenges. This position is integral to the operational and business success of St.Amant, playing an important role in elevating the quality of life for individuals it serves.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership and Vision: Provide strategic leadership to the Foundation, including operational planning, program development, grant-making, financial management, and stakeholder relations.
- Fundraising and Development: Design, execute, and evaluate fundraising strategies that spans planned giving, annual contributions, major gifts, capital campaigns, and hallmark special events. Lead these strategies with a proactive stance on identifying and cultivating new funding streams and donor relationships, ensuring the Foundation's financial sustainability and growth.
- Operational Innovation and Process Improvement: Develop and implement operational procedures and processes to reflect the evolving nature of the organization and its services. Reimagine the Foundation's approach to fundraising and capitalize on emerging grant opportunities through a focus on grant acquisition and proposal development.
- Leadership and Development: Provide mentorship and guidance to the Foundation's team, fostering a work environment that champions growth, operational excellence, and team collaboration.
- Community Engagement and Partnerships: Act as the Foundation’s primary ambassador, exploring partnership opportunities and engaging with diverse stakeholders and communities. Lead the cultivation and nurturing of relationships with existing and prospective donors, reinforcing the Foundation's reputation and expanding its philanthropic reach.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in non-profit management, business administration, public administration, or related field preferred. (Certified Fund-Raising Executive accreditation is an asset.)
- Progressive leadership experience in the non-profit sector or philanthropy. Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant-making, and event planning. Experience working with a Board of Directors and managing budgets.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, proficiency in non-profit governance, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Strong knowledge of fund development strategies and experience with major gift programs.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster a collaborative working environment.
- Commitment to the values of St.Amant, with a passion for supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and autism.
How to apply:
To submit your candidacy, please apply directly on this website :https://jobs.peoplefirsthr.com/#/jobs/5975
About St.Amant and St.Amant Foundation
St.Amant is a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of programs and services for people with developmental disabilities and autism.
St.Amant programs include a variety of community and supported living services, a short-term health and stabilization service, early learning and school age services for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, respite and clinical/allied health services as well as a school and a childcare centre.
The St.Amant Research Centre is affiliated with the University of Manitoba, and its research is focused on improving the quality of life for people with disabilities. St.Amant employs roughly 1700 people and supports over 5000 families throughout Manitoba. St.Amant is a member of the Réseau Compassion Network: www.compassionaction.ca
St.Amant is a bilingual organization. Proficiency in both official languages (French/English) would be considered an asset.
The St.Amant Foundation
The St.Amant Foundation raises funds to improve the quality of life for the people supported by St.Amant. They raise funds that help build connection, friendship and the meaningful activities and opportunities that bring joy and purpose to everyone’s lives.
Thanks to their incredibly generous donors and community partners, they’ve raised over $30 million. As they celebrate their 35th anniversary this year, their mission is to dream even bigger, and to help even more people reach their goals. Read more at www.stamant.ca/foundation.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, Adult Abuse Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.
As a Condition of Employment, new hires must complete a series of Occupational Health checks. This includes the requirement to confirm immunization or immunity of specific communicable diseases. Successful applicants will also be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to start da
