Vice President, Philanthropy

We’re thrilled you’ve discovered us.

At Kids Help Phone, we are at a pivotal moment in our history, embarking on a transformational journey that is reshaping the landscape of youth mental health in Canada. Last March, we launched Feel Out Loud, a groundbreaking national movement aiming to raise $300 million by the end of 2024. This initiative is designed to reach every young person in Canada with expanded access to e-mental health services.

We are building an innovative fundraising team to power this mission. If making a positive impact on the mental health of young people in Canada excites you, this opportunity might be your perfect fit.

About Us:

Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only free, 24/7 service offering professional counselling, information, referrals, and texting support in both English and French. We provide life-changing support to youth millions of times each year. Since our inception in 1989 as a unique telephone counselling service, we’ve evolved and innovated to stay relevant to youth, addressing the complex issues they face.

Today, our goal of transforming to meet the needs of young people in Canada is more crucial than ever. As part of our strategic objective to maximize access, we are committed to reaching more people across Canada.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a passionate, visionary leader with strong fund development and strategic management skills to inspire individual, corporate, and foundation major gift philanthropy in support of Kids Help Phone and the historic $300 million Feel Out Loud campaign. This critical role, as a member of our Executive Committee, will drive the success of the campaign, ensure long-term financial sustainability, and shape the future of our organization. Your primary mission will be to propel Kids Help Phone into the future through securing major, multi-year pledges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and grow the national major gifts program with a high-performing team, ensuring meticulous moves-management workflow.
• Act as a senior solicitor, partnering with senior volunteers and executive staff to strategically cultivate and steward donors.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and liaison to donors, the CEO, senior executives, leadership volunteers, and allied professionals to secure principal gift commitments.
• Meet and exceed personal and team production and cash goals annually.
• Engage the CEO, SVPs, and senior volunteers in prospect development.
• Develop professional profile through industry events, networking, and thought-leadership activities.
• Develop and track program budget and key performance indicators against goals to promptly identify challenges and solutions.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of Funding Priorities to match prospects’ interests and needs.

Critical Success Factors:

• Stakeholder Satisfaction & Engagement: Earn the confidence and respect of colleagues, volunteers, staff, donors, and Campaign Cabinet.
• Best Practices & Team Leadership: Create an inclusive, high-performing major gifts team with clear priorities, strong retention, and high productivity.
• Robust Pipeline: Develop ongoing proposals and future plans for major and transformational gifts.
• Synergy: Align the goals and activities of the major gifts team with other advancement groups and stakeholders.
• Personal Impact: Personally solicit and secure major gift donations, becoming one of the top fundraisers.
• Achievement of Campaign Revenue Goals: Manage and develop a pipeline of over $100 million in major giving through all stages of the donor cycle.

Qualifications:

• Minimum ten years of progressive experience in fundraising programs, focusing on principal and major gifts.
• Proven ability to manage senior-level staff and engage teams to create collaborative impact.
• Demonstrated success in securing seven- and eight-figure gifts.
• Knowledge of diverse giving vehicles and integrated gift strategies.
• Success in working with CEOs, senior executives, and leadership volunteers.
• Strategic planning, budgeting, and financial management skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and goals of Kids Help Phone.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with donors, suppliers, staff, volunteers, and other stakeholders.
• Strong customer service and judgment skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Raiser’s Edge, and electronic databases.
• AFP, ADRP, or AHP membership is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and passport for travel within Canada.
• Ability to pass a Vulnerable Person Sector Criminal Reference Check and a Police Reference Check.

Why Join Kids Help Phone?

• Make a meaningful impact.
• Work in a modern, collaborative environment.
• Enjoy extensive medical, dental, and optical coverage.
• Benefit from wellness programs and work/life balance.
• Thrive in a rapidly growing organization focused on continuous innovation.
• Receive real-time coaching and feedback, growth opportunities, and a supportive team.

Apply Now!

Visit our careers page to apply. Applications close at 11:59pm on August 14, 2024.

Learn More About Feel Out Loud:

• Explore The Feel Out Loud Campaign Cabinet, a group of philanthropic and business leaders committed to unlocking hope for youth across Canada.
• Watch What I Wouldn’t Do (North Star Calling), a star-studded anthem created by over 50 Canadian artists to amplify the conversation around mental health.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

At Kids Help Phone, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage you to apply even if your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Accommodation Statement:

Kids Help Phone welcomes applications from people with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations upon request to ensure all aspects of the recruitment process.

Join Us! Visit our careers page and apply now to be part of the largest youth mental health movement in Canadian history. For more information, visit Kids Help Phone.

• Hybrid Work Model
• Health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care
• Wellness Program
• CAAT DB Pension Plan
• Flex Time
• Dental care
• Life Insurance
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Accidental Death Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Kids Help Phone does not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.