National Manager of Development

Job summary

Lead the growth and execution of a comprehensive fundraising team focusing on membership, mid-level, major gifts, and planned giving. Manage high-performing remote teams to build a donor pipeline and support the organization's conservation mission.

Job details

Position Details: Full Time Permanent, New Position Starting Salary: $119,300 based on a 35-hour work week and commensurate with individual education and experience, as it relates to the position. Location: Remote or Hybrid at any DUC office across Canada Closing Deadline: July 26, 2026 (11:59PM EST) What You Will Do Reporting to the National Director of Development, the National Manager of Development is responsible for leading the growth, development, and successful execution of a comprehensive fundraising team including membership, midlevel, major gifts and planned giving programs – building a pipeline of donors with the ultimate goal of cultivating long term, major gift and planned giving relationships. A critical function of this role is the ability to build and manage high-performing, high-functioning remote teams based on collaboration and trust. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Develop metrics, goal setting and reporting monthly activity of the development team. * Lead the development and planned giving teams in the implementation and reporting back on a comprehensive, donor-centric fund development plan in support of our conservation mission. * Work to strengthen and grow a dynamic team that understands the importance and urgency of collaboration, teamwork, and communication in reaching financial goals. * Provide effective remote leadership to a diverse, high‑performing fundraising team across membership, mid‑level, major gifts, and planned giving, ensuring strong collaboration and a healthy donor pipeline that supports long‑term major and planned giving growth. * Utilize philanthropic and leadership expertise to be a corporate resource, mentor, counsel to all staff across all business units with respect to fund development and relationship building. * Lead the execution of a comprehensive development portfolio. * Work closely with the National Manager of Development Operations to ensure DUC recognizes and retains current and future donors to help DUC achieve its conservation mission. * Work closely with the National Director of Development, the National Manager of Volunteer Fundraising as well as Sustainability, Finance, Conservation and Marketing/Communications to grow annual fundraising revenue. * Develop and share knowledge of philanthropic trends, competitive initiatives, and industry best practices. * Prepare reports and give presentations on fundraising progress to the senior leadership team and board/cabinet members. * Develop and manage annual operations budget for the development and planned giving portfolio. Requirements * Diploma in business, marketing, fundraising or related field. * At least 5 years of experience in fund development and stewardship, with an impressive history of personal achievements in fundraising, as well as using CRM technology. * At least 5 years of experience managing a team with a proven ability to motivate, develop, mentor and empower employees and peers. * Previous experience in relationship development and management with donors at a national level. * Experience and vision to expand the organization’s financial base of individual and corporate contributors through all giving vehicles and initiatives * Candidates with a post graduate fundraising credential or CFRE designation will be given preference. * Strong foundation in professional fundraising practices, including major gifts, planned giving, donor pipeline development, and donor stewardship. * Ability to present and conceive a compelling case-for-support based on donor needs and organizational goals. * Strong analytical, strategic planning, and cross‑functional collaboration skills, with the ability to interpret fundraising data and align team efforts with organizational priorities. * Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment including identifying opportunities and risks and determining donor-centric solutions. * Some travel, as well as evening/weekend work, will be required. * Bilingualism in English and French is a strong asset. What We Offer * 4 weeks’ vacation with paid personal and sick days * Comprehensive compensation & benefits package * Remote or Hybrid work arrangement How to Apply Working for DUC is a career highlight for many staff. Let us know if making a difference is important to you. If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please visit our online career center [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=a0a9df3d-3238-473a-bfb4-5fa6c5890c09&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_CA&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter] to submit your application for confidential consideration. Ducks Unlimited Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please email us at hr@ducks.ca [hr@ducks.ca]. All requests for accommodation will be handled in a confidential manner. While DUC would like to thank all applicants, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Lead the growth and execution of a comprehensive fundraising team focusing on membership, mid-level, major gifts, and planned giving. Manage high-performing remote teams to build a donor pipeline and support the organization's conservation mission.

Requirements

Requires a diploma in business, marketing, or fundraising with at least 5 years of experience in both fund development and team management. Preference is given to candidates with a CFRE designation or postgraduate fundraising credentials.

Benefits

• 4 Weeks Vacation • Paid Personal Days • Paid Sick Days • Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits Package

Listed skills

• Budget · Preferred
• Analytical · Preferred
• Recruitment · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Teams · Preferred
• Execution · Preferred
• Pipeline · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Fundraising · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Fundraising
• Team Leadership
• Donor Stewardship
• Planned Giving
• Major Gifts
• CRM Technology
• Strategic Planning
• Budget Management
• Relationship Management
• Analytical Skills
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Donor Pipeline Development

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Marketing
• Finance & Accounting
• Social Services