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You want to be challenged at your work and you want it to mean something! Habitat for Humanity Victoria is a community based charity working for a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. The ReStore is Habitat’s retail program that sells new and used quality merchandise to generate revenue to support Habitat’s charitable work.

Director of Giving – Habitat for Humanity Victoria

Position Summary
The Director of Giving leads all fundraising activities for Habitat for Humanity Victoria, developing and executing strategies to increase financial support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other funding sources. This role focuses on building and maintaining strong donor relationships, managing major gift initiatives, and ensuring sustainable revenue growth to support Habitat’s mission.

This position is based out of the Langford location at 849 Orono Avenue, Langford.

Key Responsibilities

Fund Development Strategy

• Develop, implement, and evaluate annual fundraising plans

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and sponsors

• Lead major gifts, planned giving, corporate sponsorship, and grant programs

• Maintain a robust donor prospect pipeline

Donor Relations & Stewardship

• Build strong, long-term relationships with donors at all giving levels

• Create and implement recognition and stewardship programs

• Ensure consistent and meaningful donor communications

• Represent Habitat Victoria at events and public engagements

Campaigns & Events

• Plan and oversee fundraising campaigns and special events

• Collaborate with marketing staff to create campaign materials

• Ensure events are mission-aligned and meet fundraising targets

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors on fundraising priorities

• Provide guidance and mentorship to staff and volunteers involved in fundraising

• Collaborate with other departments to integrate fundraising with Habitat’s programs and communications

Reporting & Administration

• Maintain accurate donor records and ensure compliance with privacy laws

• Prepare fundraising reports for the CEO and Board

• Monitor and evaluate program performance and adjust strategies as needed

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in fundraising, communications, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum 5 years’ fundraising experience, preferably in the non-profit sector

• Proven success in securing major gifts and corporate sponsorships

• Experience managing fundraising campaigns and events

• Strong understanding of donor stewardship best practices

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with donor database systems and Microsoft Office

• CFRE designation considered an asset

Skills & Attributes

• Strong relationship-building and networking skills

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into action

• Excellent time management and organizational skills

• Comfort with public speaking and representing the organization externally

• Commitment to Habitat for Humanity’s mission, vision, and values

Compensation

• $95,000 per year

• Benefits package

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