is a member of JA Canada and part of JA Worldwide (JA), the world’s largest not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating young people about business. Through the delivery of hands-on, experiential learning in entrepreneurship, financial literacy and work readiness, JA empowers young people to grow their entrepreneurial ideas, hone their work skills, manage their money, and secure better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Since 1963, schools in South Western Ontario have relied on JA to prepare young people for success in an ever-changing global economy. Director, Philanthropy , you will:

corporate, foundation, and individual partners , driving sustainable revenue growth.

signature fundraising events that strengthen community engagement and elevate our brand.

across the organization, while leading and developing a collaborative fundraising team.

This role collaborates closely with the President and CEO, the Director, Programs & Operations and the Director, Marketing & Communications.

Lead the planning and success of marquee events such as the Build data-informed strategies to deepen donor engagement and long-term loyalty.

Develop and manage a dynamic pipeline of Lead on high-value cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities with top funders and corporate sponsors.

that inspire investment and long-term commitment.

mission-driven development team , promoting a high-performance, values-based culture.

Oversee departmental operations, including budgeting, forecasting, CRM management (Salesforce or Raiser’s Edge), and performance reporting.

Establish and track success metrics for all fundraising channels and donor segments.

President & CEO , contributing to executive decision-making, risk mitigation, and organizational planning.

Actively represent JA South Western Ontario at stakeholder meetings, community events,



and in national philanthropic initiatives Strengthen JA’s visibility and credibility among key audiences, including business leaders, philanthropists, and public sector partners.

8–10+ years of progressive fundraising experience , with a strong record of securing five- and six-figure gifts and partnerships.

fundraising goals to mission impact .

major gift cultivation, grant writing, sponsorship development, and fundraising event leadership .

Excellent communication, storytelling, and presentation skills.

Proficiency with fundraising CRM systems (Salesforce or Raiser’s Edge preferred).

Post-secondary education required; CFRE designation or progress toward completion is considered an asset.

Knowledge of the Southwestern Ontario philanthropic and corporate landscape is a strong advantage.

regional travel is expected.

Adaptability to a hybrid work setting with access to a quiet home office setup

This full-time position (40.0 hours per week) is available immediately with regular business hours and some evenings/ weekends. the successful candidate will be required to work at either our London or Waterloo office.Travel throughout southwestern Ontario will be required to meet with donors and other stakeholders. The successful candidate must undergo a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

JA SWO will not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed (religion), sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, disability, age (18 and over), record of offenses for which a pardon has been granted, marital status (including same sex partners), family status, or any other grounds prohibited by the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Employment type Full-time

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