Executive Director

FVRCF SUMMARY

The Fraser Valley REALTORS Charitable Foundation (FVRCF) is a private charitable foundation dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Fraser Valley by building endowment funds, granting to local charities, and supporting initiatives that improve outcomes for vulnerable youth. Serving Abbotsford, Langley, Mission, North Delta, Surrey, and White Rock, the FVRCF has grown into a fully operational, community-impacting foundation with more than three years of active granting.

The Foundation recently celebrated a major milestone, surpassing $1 million in total grants distributed to organizations supporting vulnerable youth across the region. With established governance policies, a renewed multi-year strategic plan, and a committed Board of Directors, the Foundation has significantly increased its public awareness and strengthened its role as a philanthropic leader in the Fraser Valley. Public awareness and community visibility are top priorities guiding the Foundation’s next phase of growth.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for leading the Foundation’s strategy, operations, fundraising, granting programs, and community presence. The Executive Director works closely with a highly engaged Board of Directors and multiple Board committees, ensuring strategies, culture, governance, and resources align with the Foundation’s mission and long-term priorities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Lead implementation of the Foundation’s multi-year strategic plan, with public awareness and fund development identified as top strategic priorities.
• Work closely with the Board of Directors and multiple Board committees, providing guidance, information, and recommendations for effective governance.
• Ensure all operational, financial, and granting policies are implemented, reviewed, and adhered to.
• Foster an organizational culture rooted in transparency, accountability, and community service.

Operations & Financial Management

• Manage all operational functions—budgeting, forecasting, administration, bookkeeping, banking, and risk management—to ensure efficient and accountable operations.
• Uphold robust financial controls and prepare timely financial statements, regulatory filings, reports, dashboards, and strategic forecasts to support informed Board decision-making.
• Provide leadership to staff and contractors through role clarity, coaching, and performance accountability.

Fund Development, Donor Relations & Bursary Program Support

• Lead all fund development activities, including strategy development, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and donor recognition.
• Strengthen existing donor relationships and cultivate new supporters, partners, and prospective contributors.
• Support the growth, promotion, and donor engagement elements of the Bursary Program, ensuring alignment with donor priorities and community need.

Granting & Community Impact

• Manage all aspects of the Foundation’s granting program, ensuring fairness, transparency, and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Lead impact measurement activities, ensuring the Board and community understand the outcomes, stories, and long-term benefits of FVRCF grants.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with grantees and community organizations.

Community Leadership, Public Awareness & External Relations

• Drive public awareness as a top priority, increasing visibility of the FVRCF through communications, marketing, strategic storytelling, partnerships, and events.
• Serve as a spokesperson, alongside the Board Chair, representing the Foundation with professionalism and clarity.
• Build collaborative relationships with REALTORS, community leaders, government partners, donors, and charitable-sector stakeholders.
• Represent the Foundation at meetings, events, and community functions.

Administrative & Policy Responsibilities

• Manage office operations, workflow, and annual planning cycles.
• Write, implement, and revise policies and procedures consistent with best practices.
• Stay current on regulations related to charitable operations under BC and federal legislation.
• Secure legal or professional counsel as required.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• A post-secondary degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of five (5) years of senior leadership experience in the non-profit or charitable sector.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with a Board of Directors and multiple committees.
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of investment, budgeting, and financial management.
• Experience in fund development, grant-making, bursary or scholarship administration, community engagement, and public relations.
• Proven ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders.
• Strong marketing and communications skills to support significant growth in public awareness.
• Ability to interpret and apply legal, regulatory, financial, and technical information relevant to charitable operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and comfort with donor databases and digital tools.
• Experience in a member-based organization is an asset.
• Graduate-level education or professional credentials (CFRE, CAGP, AFP) are strong assets.

COMPETENCIES & DISPOSITION

• Visionary leadership with the ability to anticipate and seize future opportunities.
• Strong relationship builder who is authentic, trusted, and community-focused.
• Skilled communicator and confident public speaker.
• Effective influencer and negotiator.
• Innovative thinker with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ethical, transparent, highly professional, and mission-driven.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to coach and mentor others.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong writing skills for policies, reports, and strategic communications.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented.