Job Description

The Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) is the fourth largest school board in Ontario. Our inclusive and diverse board serves more than 83,000 students and employs more than 13,000 staff across the City of London, Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford Counties, Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, Munsee-Delaware Nation and Oneida Nation of the Thames. We offer competitive benefits including a pension program and comprehensive mental health and well-being support. Best of all, every role at TVDSB directly supports the success of children and families in YOUR community.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THAMES VALLEY EDUCATION FOUNDATION / THAMES VALLEY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD COMMUNITY AND CORPORATE FUND DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
(Not Hybrid)

JOB TITLE: Executive Director of Thames Valley Education Foundation / Thames Valley District School Board Community and Corporate Fund Development Officer

SALARY RANGE: $86,182 – 113,973
HIRING RANGE: $86,182 – 109,996
DATE OF VACANCY: As soon as possible
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 2025 October 21

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Executive Director / Community and Corporate Fund Development Officer manages the operations, administrative and financial management of the Thames Valley Education Foundation (TVEF), an independent charity that supports students within the Thames Valley District Board (TVDSB). This role provides strategic direction and leadership to support community-based initiatives and fund development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage a portfolio of major donors and sponsors, executing fundraising initiatives to secure funds to support TVDSB students, including donor problem-solving, collaborating with external partners on fundraising efforts and creating fundraising materials such as Annual Reports, newsletters, and communication initiatives
Manage relations and expectations of the TVEF Board of Directors, ensuring regular organizational reporting, policy review/amendments/creation, and vendor proposal requests
Manage and support the logistics, planning, evaluation and implementation of TVEF programs, including the Caring Fund, Best First Day (backpack program), Lawson Literary Awards, and Learning Enhancement Fund
Support TVDSB internal staff in fundraising efforts, including policy support
Manage all aspects of TVEF including staffing, budgeting and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with federal and provincial requirements

WORK PERFORMED:

Administer the student awards and scholarship portfolios for TVDSB and the Thames Valley Education Foundation (TVEF)
Manage, administer and direct all marketing initiatives related to student scholarships, trusts and bursaries, and coordinate grants
Serve as custodian of all legal documents and trust accounts associated with the TVEF
Develop, implement, assess, review and revise the strategic plan for the TVEF as needed, in consultation with the Board of Directors, ensuring the highest level of stewardship and opportunities to sustain and grow the foundation
Develop and maintain relationships that support the goals and objectives of the TVDSB and the TVEF with donors and potential donors, community groups, philanthropic organizations and government bodies
Provide expertise in fundraising, sponsorship, grants submissions, memorial donations, planned giving, major giving, donor recognition and stewardship to school staff, parent groups, donors, legal and financial advisors
Develop related policies and procedures
Coordinate related system-wide programs and special events
Act as spokesperson for special events and during media interviews
Liaise with financial services staff to ensure transactions and records are maintained according to TVDSB policies and TVEF by-laws
Manage direct reports including supervision, delegation of tasks, performance management, conduct issues, performance appraisals and goal-setting activities

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:

Proficient in computer applications such as: Outlook 365 and MS Office Suite
Excellent interpersonal skills with effective communication abilities, both orally and in writing
Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team
Strong project management and leadership skills
Thorough understanding of fundraising principles, including Board governance, Canada Revenue Agency rules and regulations for non-profit organizations, financial investment and donation vehicles, and non-profit marketing practices
Ability to present effectively to both small and large groups
Ability to liaise with individuals and organizations
Adept at fostering cooperation with external partners

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of a three (3) year Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or equivalent
Five (5) years of related work experience is required

The recruitment process requires a criminal background check for work with vulnerable persons.

Please note it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is received by Human Resources on or before the deadline date.

If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas or degrees assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job. The Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada is a membership organization that offers fair and credible academic credential assessment services in Canada. (NOTE: This is different from translating credentials into English).

The Thames Valley District School Board is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and school communities. The Thames Valley District School Board seeks to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free and will provide accommodations to applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please inform the Human Resources team member indicated below of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you require.

To apply for this position, please visit https://tvdsb.knighthunter.com/ and use the "APPLY FOR THIS POSITION" link to submit your electronic application, with proof of educational qualifications. Only applications submitted using this link will be considered

J. Lee, Staffing Specialist, Human Resources

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.