Associate Vice President, Development (Vancouver Region)
BC Cancer Foundation
Salary: $150,000 - Salary is negotiable based on experience and education
Job Description
At an unparalleled moment in the history of cancer research and care, the BC Cancer Foundation (BCCF) stands on the brink of transformative change. As the dedicated fundraising partner of BC Cancer, the Foundation is a critical partner in leading the transformation and elevation of cancer care for the province.
With a workforce of over 90 dedicated professionals across five locations in British Columbia, BCCF ranks among the province's largest non-profit organizations. Their mission is clear: to inspire philanthropic investment in BC Cancer by engaging with over 100,000 donors and communities. BCCF collaborates with some of the globe's foremost researchers, oncologists, and care providers.
The BC Cancer Foundation is seeking an exceptional individual to join their leadership team as the Associate Vice President (AVP), Development for the Vancouver Region. Reporting to the Senior Vice President & Chief Development Officer, the AVP will play a pivotal role in the creation and execution of an all-encompassing Major Gifts development program for the BC Cancer Foundation's Lower Mainland Region.
As a diligent and focused leader, the AVP will champion the use of benchmarks, performance metrics, donor research resources, and best practices. While concentrating on major gifts, the AVP will collaborate with leaders responsible for other fundraising avenues, including annual giving, planned giving, and donor experience, ensuring a seamless and coordinated approach. This approach is designed to maximize public recognition and fundraising success for the BC Cancer Foundation.
The ideal candidate brings a track record of success as a senior leader within a related fundraising organization in the healthcare or broader non-profit sector. Deeply familiar with the Canadian philanthropic landscape, with direct expertise in successful major gift solicitation, grant writing and donor cultivation. The ideal candidate will credibility, strategic thinking, exceptional communication skills, and an ability to interact and build productive relationships with a range of stakeholders.
This is a unique opportunity to bring dynamic, results-oriented leadership to one of British Columbia’s most prominent non-profit organizations to make a significant impact in the fight against cancer.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that we will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward with our client.
BC Cancer Foundation is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity & inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national or Indigenous origin, family or marital status, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation or socio-economic status.