Director, Marketing & Fund Development

Deadline: Until filled

Location: Ottawa, Canada

Organization: Oxfam Canada

Oxfam Canada is part of a global movement for change made up of 17 Oxfam affiliates working in more than 90 countries to mobilize the power of the people against poverty. By building lasting solutions in overcoming inequality and strengthening women’s rights, Oxfam Canada strives to empower individuals, communities, and organizations to build a world without poverty where all human beings are valued and treated equally. Through the support of more than 50,000 funders and donors across Canada, Oxfam Canada raised $23.4 million in 2013-14 for its work in 5 of the most impoverished regions of the world.

Oxfam Canada is now seeking its next Director, Marketing & Fund Development. Reporting to the Executive Director of Oxfam Canada and as a key member of the senior management team, the Director provides strategic leadership and effective direction to Oxfam Canada’s fundraising, marketing, and communications. You will be looked upon to grow Oxfam Canada’s fundraising revenues, align resources to drive performance, and build a larger and more diversified donor base while ensuring effective stewardship of existing donors.

Overseeing a team of 12 staff, you will contribute to the overall leadership and management of Oxfam Canada and will maintain an environment in which Oxfam’s unionized staff feel valued, are productive and accountable, and supported in their continuous learning and growth. As the ideal candidate, you have a university degree in fundraising, management, or another relevant discipline. An accreditation as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) or Advanced Certified Fundraising Executive (ACFE) is considered an asset. Results-driven, highly analytical and solutions oriented, you are recognized for your expertise and the rigor you bring to all aspects of fundraising, particularly direct mail, planned giving, and major gifts. You have proven skill in strategic and financial planning, risk management, and team leadership, and a natural ability for building relationships, communicating, and creating a seamless journey for Oxfam’s donors and stakeholders by engaging them more deeply in support of its mission.

You are passionate, creative, energetic, and flexible in adapting to changing and competing priorities, and to a wide range of cultural and political settings. The ability to travel within Canada and internationally is required. 

How to apply:

If you are interested in the opportunity to play a leadership role for one of Canada’s leading development agencies, please contact Andrew Dumont or Kathy Rahme of Boyden global executive search at 613-742- 3204.

To be considered for the position, please submit your application to krahme@boyden.com