Director of Philanthropy

Date Posted: May 12, 2026

Competition Number: 32-26/27

Location: Kelowna, BC

BGC Okanagan is seeking a Director of Philanthropy to lead all core fundraising functions, including major gifts, annual giving, corporate sponsorship, foundation giving, donor stewardship, and signature fundraising events. The Director of Philanthropy builds and manages a portfolio of donors and prospects, strengthens relationships with community stakeholders, and creates a culture of philanthropy across the organization

Here’s what we offer when you join our team:

• A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
• Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career
• Childcare discounts to help your family thrive
• Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed
• A comprehensive benefits plan

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything*!*

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a multi-year philanthropic strategy that supports organizational priorities and revenue growth.

• Establish annual fundraising goals and key performance indicators across giving streams.

• Identify and pursue new philanthropic opportunities, including major gifts, grants, sponsorships, campaigns, and legacy giving.

• Build, manage, and grow a portfolio of current and prospective donors.

• Lead donor cultivation, solicitation, recognition, and stewardship strategies.

• Oversee annual giving strategies, donor appeals, and fundraising campaigns.

• Ensure fundraising communications clearly articulate impact, need, and outcomes.

• Work collaboratively with communications and marketing staff to ensure aligned messaging and branding.

• Supervise the Events Coordinator in the planning and execution of events that support revenue, stewardship, and community engagement goals.

• Ensure events are evaluated for return on investment, donor engagement, and long-term relationship value.

• Build sponsorship opportunities that align community partnerships with organizational mission and visibility.

• Design and implement a high-quality stewardship program that deepens donor loyalty and retention.

• Analyze fundraising performance, donor retention, pipeline development, and campaign outcomes.

• Develop and manage the fund development budget and contribute to annual organizational planning.

• Lead, coach, and support the Events Coordinator and future fundraising staff.

• Build collaborative relationships across departments to strengthen storytelling, program alignment, and donor engagement.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in business, communications, nonprofit management, public relations, or a related field.

• 7–10 years of progressive fundraising experience, including major gifts, donor stewardship, and campaign leadership.

• Demonstrated success achieving fundraising targets and securing significant philanthropic support.

• Experience supervising staff and managing cross-functional projects.

• Strong knowledge of donor databases/CRM systems, fundraising analytics, and donor lifecycle strategy.

• CFRE designation is an asset.

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday; occasional evenings and weekends may be required

Salary: $90,000 to $96,000 per year

Closing Date: May 18, 2026

As an equal opportunity employer, BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race, disability, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, social or ethnic origin, gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process, we will accommodate such requests when made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if you’re legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted*.*