CA Mississauga, ON, CA

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1192

Salary Range: $103,963.00 To $121,622.00 Annually

Posting Closing Date: November 8, 2026

Vacancy:New

Hiring for: 1 Full Time Indefinite Position (35 hours/week)

Anticipated Start Date: January 5, 2027

Who are we?

Credit Valley Conservation is one of Ontario’s 36 conservation authorities dedicated to protecting, restoring and enhancing our local natural environment. We care for the Credit River, its streams and tributaries from the headwaters in Orangeville to the shores of Lake Ontario in Mississauga. We are scientists, engineers, researchers, educators, environmentalists, stewards, planners, foresters, recreation experts and much more. We create connections between people and nature, knowledge and action. We inspire appreciation for the role of nature in keeping people connected, healthy and happy. We’re leaders and explorers. We are professional and we’re inspired. We know our stuff, and we work every day to make a difference.

Who are you?

You want to be part of an organization with an environmental goal. You get up every day and go to work with purpose. You accept that you may not change the world, but you’ll try to make an impact in your corner. You like to partner with skilled people across many professions. It’s as natural for you think about the outdoors as it is to think out of the box. You’re passionate, responsible and approachable. You do what’s right, not just what’s easy. You care, and it shows.

Why work for us?

We offer competitive public sector pay. We have a good employee benefits program. We’re members of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) pension fund. We have versatile work hours for many positions.



We find time to have fun and celebrate successes. You’ll have free access to our parks and discounts on recreational equipment rentals. You’ll know your co-workers by name and will make fast friends. You’ll like being at work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Executive Director of Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF), theSenior Officer, Philanthropy & Partnerships develops and implements fundraising strategies that grow philanthropic revenue, strengthen donor relationships and advance the Foundation’s strategic priorities. The role leads major gifts, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, annual giving, donor stewardship and fundraising campaigns while managing a portfolio of donors and prospects.

You will build and maintain relationships with individuals, corporations, foundations, community partners, volunteers and Board members to identify and secure philanthropic opportunities. You will provide strategic fundraising leadership for CVCF’s annual Conservation Gala and other fundraising and donor engagement initiatives, working collaboratively with CVCF and CVC staff, volunteers, sponsors, vendors and community partners to maximize revenue and deliver a positive donor experience.

You will also contribute to annual and multi-year fundraising plans, revenue forecasts, donor strategies and performance measures,



ensuring fundraising activities align with CVCF’s strategic priorities, policies and ethical fundraising practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Fundraising, Business, Communications, Public Relations, Non-Profit Management or a related discipline.
- Minimum four years of progressive fundraising experience.
- Demonstrated experience in major gifts, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, donor stewardship and fundraising campaigns.
- Demonstrated success securing five- and six-figure philanthropic gifts and achieving fundraising targets.
- Experience managing donor and prospect portfolios and developing cultivation and stewardship strategies.
- Experience developing and managing fundraising events, campaigns or donor engagement initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of fundraising best practices, donor engagement, stewardship and moves management.
- Strong relationship-building, networking, negotiation, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to develop proposals, donor presentations and impact reports, and to manage multiple priorities, projects and deadlines.
- Experience with fundraising budgets, forecasts, performance measures, reports, donor database systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical skills, initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, donors, Board members and community partners.
- Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends for donor meetings, fundraising activities and events.

Preferred:

- Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation or additional professional development in fundraising, philanthropy,

📌 Senior Officer, Philanthropy (Mississauga)
🏢 Credit Valley Conservation Authority
📍 Mississauga