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POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Development designs and executes a fundraising strategy that supports Nutrien Wonderhubs operations and capital initiatives. This position is a key member of our leadership team, participating in major decisions across the organization and serving as a thought partner to the CEO in all areas of stakeholder relations. As the lead fundraiser for all contributed revenue efforts, the Director of Development will drive revenue through individual giving, foundations, corporate sponsorships and grants. This position leads and supports one team member (Community Experience Coordinator). The Director of Development will be a high-profile leader within the organization, and across the broader community. They will also work closely with the Donor and Stakeholder Engagement Committee.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

1.    Leadership
Serves as a high-profile leader within the organization, performing all duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the museums mission, vision, and values.
Helps to set and promote a tone for organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
Provides strategic and tactical guidance, feedback, and coaching to team members.
Works with direct reports in the development of annual individual work plans and manages performance against established metrics.
Promotes an organizational culture that fosters innovation, open communication, teamwork and collaboration.

2.    Development
Develops and maintains an in-depth knowledge of the museums priorities and needs.
Prepares and monitors budgets and reports progress against plans to the CEO and Donor and Stakeholder Engagement Committee of the Board of Directors.
Keeps up to date on best practices and trends related to fundraising, marketing, communications, and childrens museums.
Develops and implements a strategic fundraising plan, aligned with the strategic plan, in support of museum priorities.