Vice President, Fundraising, Communications & Volunteers | Burnaby

OVERVIEW

The Vice President, Fundraising, Communications & Volunteers (VP, FCV) leads the teams responsible for building and managing relationships in order to further PADS’ mission. The VP, FCV is responsible for driving revenue growth, strengthening brand awareness, and leading volunteer engagement. Reporting to the CEO, and as a key contributor to PADS’ Senior Leadership Team, the VP, FCV will nurture existing and help forge new relationships to build PADS’ visibility, impact and financial resources. The VP, FCV will collaborate with the Senior Manager, Volunteer Services to develop strategies to recruit, retain and recognize volunteers, who power 90% of PADS’ programs. The VP, FCV will collaborate with and support the CEO to drive significant financial growth and brand awareness.

ABOUT US

At PADS, we foster a constructive, cooperative, and welcoming team setting.  Our commitment is to cultivate an empowering environment for our team. We value a sustainable work-life balance and believe that work should be fun! We approach challenges with a growth mindset, striving for improvement and innovation. As a Volunteer Coordinator, you’ll embody PADS’ core values, including a commitment to compassion, transparency, and the ethical treatment of dogs.  

ABOUT THE POSITION

Major Responsibilities   

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement multi-year fundraising, communications and volunteer strategies; set annual KPIs and report progress to the Executive Team and Board.
• Revenue Growth: Oversee individual giving, corporate partnerships, grants, and event-based fundraising; ensure diversification and sustainability of revenue streams.
• Marketing & Communications: Provide strategic direction for brand management, digital marketing, media relations, and internal communications; ensure integrated campaigns that support fundraising and program goals.
• Donor Stewardship & Recognition: Establish best practices for donor engagement, recognition, and retention; ensure personalized stewardship plans for major donors and partners.
• Volunteer Engagement: Support Senior Manager, Volunteer Services to build a robust volunteer program that enhances organizational capacity and community engagement.
• Budget & Resource Management: Develop and manage departmental budgets; monitor performance and ensure cost-effective operations.
• Data & Reporting: Oversee CRM systems and analytics; ensure accurate tracking of donor and campaign performance; produce reports for leadership and funders.
• Risk & Compliance: Ensure adherence to ethical fundraising standards, privacy (PIPA), CASL, and accessibility requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Represent PADS at events and in the community; cultivate relationships with donors, partners, and media.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor managers and staff; foster a collaborative, high-performance culture; implement succession planning.

Direct Reports

• Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications
• Senior Manager, Volunteers
• Manager, Grants
• Manager, Corporate Partnerships
• Manager, Fundraising (AB)
• Manager, Fundraising (BC)

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Technical Qualifications

• 10+ years in fundraising or communications leadership, with proven success in revenue generation and brand strategy
• Expertise in individual giving, corporate partnerships, grant writing, capital campaigns, events and donor stewardship
• Proficiency in MS 365 and CRM systems (Salesforce considered an asset)
• Strong knowledge of marketing, digital platforms, and analytics
• Strong knowledge and experience in donor-centric communications
• Experience with organizations whose programs are significant supported by a volunteer community
• Experience in media relations and/or public relations an asset Understanding of Canadian/BC compliance standards: CASL, PIPA, and accessibility principles
• Valid driver’s licence; ability to travel within BC and AB; occasional evening/weekend commitment

Behavioural Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Inclusive leadership style that fosters collaboration and accountability
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
• Ability to make decisions in a changing environment and anticipate future needs
• Excellent and persuasive communicator

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are not a comprehensive list. It is reasonable for the employee to expect that additional tasks may be assigned from time to time. In addition, the scope of the duties and responsibilities listed here may change as necessitated by PADS changing needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS & COMPENSATION

Physical Environment & Sensory Attention

• Minimal Physical Effort
• Standard office environment
• Hybrid work a possibility
• Use of computer monitors
• Frequent interactions and physical contact with dogs
• Interactions with the public

Location: Burnaby, BC
Employment Type: Full-time 
Work Arrangement: Based at our Burnaby Campus in a standard office setting, hybrid work a possibility.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day, with the occasional additional evenings and weekends. 

Compensation: $110 – $120K annually as a starting salary based on a 37.5-hour work week. A benefits package is available after the 3-month probation period.  

BE YOU. WITH US.  

We serve communities that are greater and stronger because of their diversity. What makes YOU different is worth both celebrating and cultivating.   

PADS is committed to equality across race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and experience. We invite you to bring your whole self to our team, helping us to change lives, one dog — and person — at a time.   

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE A GOOD FIT?

If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for helping others and a desire to grow your skills in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply!  Submit your CV, cover letter and salary expectations by clicking the button below.  

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants are invited to make required accommodations known in advance.      

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact only those applicants selected for further consideration. Please note that submissions will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and therefore early submission is encouraged.