PROFILE
Parkinson Wellness Projects (PWP) is a growing organization looking for a dedicated Development & Fundraising Manager to take full ownership of its fundraising function. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this is a key role in the long-term sustainability of the organization.
ABOUT PARKINSON WELLNESS PROJECTS
Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological disease with no current cure. There are nearly 3,000 people on Vancouver Island currently diagnosed with Parkinson's, and the number continues to grow.
Parkinson Wellness Projects (PWP) supports people living with Parkinson's — along with their care partners and families — through exercise classes, support groups, counselling, and education. Our goal is to reduce barriers to wellness by keeping programming free and accessible to anyone living with Parkinson’s. All programs and services are provided at no cost to participants. PWP is funded entirely through donations and community grants, with no government or Island Health funding. Many of our donors are participants themselves. Founded following an amalgamation in 2020, PWP has grown significantly. Relationships are at the centre of everything we do: with participants, donors, volunteers, and community partners.
Learn more: https://parkinsonwellness.ca/-mission
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and lead the execution of an annual fundraising plan with clear goals and accountability
- Drive growth across individual giving, monthly donors, and sponsorships
- Monitor fundraising performance and adjust strategy proactively to meet targets
- Bring creativity and curiosity to identifying new revenue opportunities
Donor Relations & Stewardship
- Build and manage meaningful relationships with donors — many of whom are also participants
- Lead major donor development through cultivation, solicitation, and ongoing stewardship
- Strengthen donor retention and long-term engagement
- Develop and guide donor communications that reflect PWP's values and voice
Grants & Corporate Partnerships
- Identify and pursue grant opportunities aligned with PWP's programs and mission
- Write or coordinate grant applications and manage reporting requirements
- Develop and steward corporate partnerships and sponsorship relationships
Campaigns, Events & Systems
- Lead fundraising strategy for campaigns and events
- Work with internal or external support to develop and execute campaign materials
- Oversee donor tracking, reporting, and data integrity using Keela CRM
- Build systems and structure that create clear visibility into fundraising performance
WHAT YOU BRING
Experience & Skills
- 3–5+ years in fundraising, development, or donor relations
- Demonstrated ownership of fundraising outcomes — not just support of activities
- Experience creating and executing fundraising strategies, including major gifts
- Comfort and confidence in building relationships and making fundraising asks
- Experience working in a growing or transitioning organization
- Familiarity with CRM tools (Keela or similar)
Personal Qualities
- Relational — you build trust naturally and genuinely care about people
- Strategic — you think beyond tasks to goals, systems, and long-term impact
- Proactive and self-directed — you take initiative without requiring high levels of direction
- Adaptable and flexible — you're comfortable in a small team where roles evolve
- Strong communicator — written, verbal, and interpersonal
- Organized — able to manage multiple priorities with clarity and follow-through
- Team-oriented with a desire to serve others
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
In your first year, you will have:
- Taken clear ownership of fundraising strategy and execution
- Strengthened donor retention and deepened key relationships
- Grown monthly and individual giving
- Established consistent, high-quality donor communications
- Created clear visibility into fundraising performance through strong systems and reporting
- Built a foundation for sustainable, long-term fundraising growth
WHO WILL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE
- Experienced fundraisers who own outcomes
- Relationship-builders who also think strategically
- People comfortable with ambiguity and growth
- Self-starters who thrive with autonomy
- Those motivated by mission and community
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Salary of $70,000–$78,000 annually, based on experience
- 2 weeks paid vacation
- Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
- Statutory holidays in accordance with BC standards
WORKING AT PARKINSON WELLNESS PROJECTS
- Based in Victoria, BC
- Hybrid work arrangement, with some in-person presence required for events, meetings, and donor engagement
PWP is a small team with a big mission. We are collaborative, relationship-driven, and deeply committed to the people we serve. Team members are expected to wear many hats and step in where needed — we are moving toward more clearly defined roles, but adaptability is still essential. PWP exists because people living with Parkinson's deserve access to programs that improve their quality of life — and every person on our team feels that!
* Vocare Union is the search team supporting the board of directors
Pay: $70,000.00-$78,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Victoria, BC V8T 5E1
