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Director of Fund Development Opportunity Brief
Job Title: Director of Fund Development
Program: Support Services (ADM)
Location: Penticton
Closing Date: June 30, 2026
Statement of Intention
We prioritize cultivating diverse and inclusive workspaces, understanding its critical role in driving innovation and fostering a sense of belonging. Our commitment extends to creating a work environment that authentically represents the communities we serve.
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History
2026 marks the 60th anniversary of OneSky Community Resources. As we reflect on the past and plan for the next decade and beyond, we are looking to strengthen our sustainability so future generations can benefit from the services we provide.
We have been supported by and have a close relationship with the OneSky Legacy Foundation which was established in 2006 to support the stewardship of resources accumulated over the first twenty years of our history. Now, we are looking to grow a stronger presence within our community and a culture of philanthropy within the organization, and our care holders, so we can maintain our current financial stability and support operational growth.
About the Agency
Established in 1966, as a charitable organization, OneSky has served the South Okanagan community providing services such as Early Childhood Services, Youth and Family Services, Community Health and Housing Services, Community Inclusion/Supportive Living Services, Senior Wellness Services, and some fee-based services to meet emerging community needs.
Our values are:
- Diversity
Our staff and board are as diverse as the communities we serve.
- Accountability
We are proactive in reporting out and welcome any all feedback on our performance.
- Accessibility
We work hard to remove barriers to accessing our services, including actively reaching out to those most in need.
- Respect
We believe that all people deserve to be treated in ways that promote dignity, autonomy, capacity, and responsibility.
- Integrity
We act with professionalism, upholding best practice and the highest ethical standards in the intentional service of our mission.
- Collaboration
We work creatively and collaboratively with our many organizational partners to achieve real and sustainable solutions.
At OneSky, we have the following beliefs:
- Every person matters
- Diversity is our strength
- Life is easier when we all share the load
- More perspectives yield better solutions
- The only limits we have are the ones we believe in
We work toward achieving the approaches outlined below in our service delivery:
- People Centred Service—We provide a broad range of services and supports specially designed to address the unique and diverse needs and strengths of people and families living in South Okanagan and Similkameen communities.
- Respectful Advocacy—We speak up for the inherent rights of people with disadvantages to influence community attitudes and public policies.
- Continuous Improvement and Excellence—All our work is infused with a strong practice of lifelong learning, creative innovation, and best practices.
- Impactful Contribution—We work to make a real and lasting difference – to increase opportunities for and enhance the ability of people to participate fully in their lives and communities.
About the Opportunity
OneSky is a trusted social services leader with strong relationships and is viewed as a collaborative service provider. The Director of Fund Development is the central position at OneSky responsible for establishing and implementing a fund development and communications strategy that will increase sustainability and growth for the organization so we can continue to meet the needs of the intersection between community social and health services. This intersection, consistent across the services we provide, creates a need for additional resources that are often not funded under current models.
We are seeking an innovative leader who can share the OneSky story and translate the increasing complexity of social services in the South Okanagan community into donor-ready opportunities. This role is pivotal in helping OneSky deliver on our strategic directions, which guide our service delivery.
The position will be accountable for establishing a fully integrated fund development program inclusive of annual giving, major donors, gift and foundation planning, as well as grants and sponsorships.
Additionally, the role will recommend and establish systems and processes in support of the administration, communications, public relations, marketing, and community engagement related to the work under its portfolio.
How you’ll contribute:
Leadership and Strategy
- Work with a high-performing leadership team across communications, marketing, fund development, and fundraising, and contribute to culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for fundraising, multiyear communications, and marketing that aligns with organizational goals and strengthens sustainable revenue streams.
- Guide organizational transformation through storytelling, brand alignment, public engagement, and community partnerships, while serving as a strategic partner to the Executive Director and Senior Leadership Team to ensure alignment with mission and values.
- Develop best practices, evaluation frameworks, and operational processes to support excellence in communications and fundraising.
- Apply data-driven decision-making using analytics, trends, digital tools, and donor insights.
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on all fundraising, communications, and engagement programs to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.
Fund Development
- Working with the Executive Director, Senior Leadership Team, and the Board of Directors, design, develop and implement a comprehensive, long-term philanthropy, fundraising, and development plan aligned with OneSky’s strategic plan including the necessary resources (human, physical, technological and financial) to be successful with the plan.
- Personally manage a select portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects, leading cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies to secure gifts annually.
- Partner with donors and operational leaders to translate key priorities into compelling donor opportunities.
Communications and Marketing
- Guide brand management, content creation, storytelling, and public relations efforts to enhance OneSky’s visibility and community impact.
- Leverage multi-channel marketing and digital tools to engage audiences and amplify the organization’s mission.
- Ensure campaign communications align with community needs, donor expectations, and organizational values.
- Strengthen organizational voice and visibility through media, public engagement, and collaborative content creation.
- Ensure all communications and campaigns reflect the diversity and lived experiences of the communities served.
- Manage and evaluate communications and fundraising programs through data analysis and reporting to optimize performance.
What you will bring:
- Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in public policy, nonprofit management, social sciences, marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Seven to ten (7–10) years of senior leadership experience in fundraising, communications, or marketing; nonprofit or mission-driven experience preferred.
- Active participation and/or membership in AFP and/or CAGP; Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) or equivalent credential preferred
Job Skills and Abilities
- 7+ years of recent, related experience in a fundraising leadership role, and a proven track record of sustained fundraising annually
- 5+ years of experience in managing and leading people
- Proven track record of soliciting and securing major gifts and corporate sponsorships
- Significant experience in leading diverse and innovative fund development strategies
Additional Information
- Ability to function independently and frequently under pressure, while managing multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
- Ability to participate in resolving and effectively managing stressful and emergency/crisis situations is an ongoing expectation.
- Participation at meetings, conferences, and other events may involve long work days, and/or evening/weekend work.
- This position follows a standard 40 hours a week schedule determined in collaboration with the Executive Director. The position is based on-site at 330 Ellis Street in Penticton. The role requires flexibility for occasional evening or weekend events, as well as participation in community initiatives as delegated.
- OneSky supports hybrid work options contingent on the suitability of this option for the role. While it may be considered for this position, in accordance with organizational policy, physical presence in the Okanagan is preferred.
The Package
What OneSky Offers:
- $116,272 – $126,838
- Municipal Pension Plan (Defined benefit – employer contribution of 9.3%)
- 4 Weeks of paid vacation
- 12 days of additional health and wellness time off
- Extended Health and Dental Benefits (100% employer paid)
- Employee Assistance Program
Have questions about the role?
Please reach out to Tanya Behardien, Executive Director to learn more at [email protected]
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