About National Gallery of Canada Foundation

The National Gallery of Canada Foundation welcomes visionary philanthropists, art collectors, and corporations from across the country to work with us in support of strategic initiatives at the National Gallery of Canada. In 1997, the National Gallery of Canada Foundation was established as a non-profit registered charity that cultivates private support in Canada and abroad, raising capital, and managing and increasing both expendable funds and an endowment, for the benefit of the National Gallery of Canada.

About the Role

Join a passionate and purpose driven team as Manager, Major Gifts, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of art philanthropy in Canada. Reporting to the CEO, this relationship-focused role is ideal for an experienced fundraiser with a proven track record of securing major gifts from individuals, families, foundations, and corporations. You will partner closely with the CEO to cultivate and steward transformational gifts that bring art and ideas to life. As part of a collaborative and creative team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to national and international fundraising initiatives that strengthen the Foundation’s impact and inspire generosity in support of Canada’s artistic and cultural identity. If you are a confident communicator, strategic thinker, and passionate advocate for the arts, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting contribution to a world-class institution.

This position is a hybrid role, with a requirement to work in-office at least three times per week, requiring the successful candidate to be located in the Ottawa region. It is a full-time 37.5/hrs a week role. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.

What You Will Be Doing

• Manage a personal portfolio of major gift donors and prospects, developing customized strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Partner with the CEO and volunteer leaders to secure transformational and legacy gifts in support of Foundation priorities, endowments, and campaigns.
• Identify and engage new donor prospects nationally and internationally.
• Work collaboratively with the CEO and the Stewardship team to deliver exceptional donor experiences and ensure accurate, timely recognition.
• Maintain accurate donor records, actions, and moves-management updates in Raiser’s Edge (or equivalent CRM).
• Support forecasting and progress reporting toward annual fundraising goals.

What You Will Need

• Post-secondary degree in arts management, philanthropy, business, or related discipline is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive fundraising experience, with a strong record of securing major gifts ($25,000+).
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
• Strong writing and presentation abilities, with the capacity to convey the importance of art and culture to a broad audience.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.

What We Will Provide

• A competitive salary between $72,900 to $83,000 per year
• Benefit Plan, including Health and Dental Benefits, Optional Savings Account, Optional Critical Illness and Core Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance, with options
• Paid Sick Time, Four Weeks Paid Vacation and Personal Leave  

We look forward to hearing from and connecting with you!

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