Senior Manager, Development

Date: October 27, 2025

Job Title: Senior Manager, Development

Type: Permanent

Start Date: December 1, 2025

Reports to: Director, Development

Compensation: $70,000-80,000

Hours of Work:Monday through Thursday (34 hours per week with flexible start times)

Application Deadline: November 17, 2025

Location: Canadian Film Centre, 2489 Bayview Avenue (Hybrid role)

About the CFC:

The Canadian Film Centre (CFC) is a charitable, cultural organization that drives the future of Canadian storytelling. Our intensive, hands-on programs in film, television and entertainment technologies empower, shape and advance opportunities for Canadian creators and entrepreneurs working in screen-based industries. Learn more at cfccreates.com.

What We Offer:

• Compressed 34-hour work week over 4 days
• Cell phone & internet allowance
• Dental and Health benefits after 6 months of service
• RRSP Matching Plan after 2 years of service
• A diverse and inclusive workplace
• Paid winter closure (2 weeks)
• A beautiful eight-acre estate in the city to call your workplace
• The opportunity to work with up-and-coming film and tv industry professionals

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director, Development, the Senior Manager, Development will contribute to the growth and diversification of the CFC’s revenues, with a primary focus on stewardship and cultivation of individual and corporate donors.

The selected candidate will work closely with colleagues on the Creative Impact team to ensure a seamless donor/sponsor journey. They will also collaborate with the Programs team to find alignments between their work and the interests of prospective donors.

Responsibilities:

• Identify prospective donors and sponsors
• Manage cultivation and stewardship of individual donors and corporate donors / sponsors
• Generate funds through a variety of contribution types, including unrestricted gifts, program support, event sponsorships, and legacy gifts
• Oversee the work of the Senior Development Officer, Philanthropy as they cultivate and steward public sector and foundation funders
• Work with the Senior Development Officer, Philanthropy to enhance the CFC’s annual giving program
• Lead the development and execution of donor journeys, in collaboration with Creative Impact colleagues, to ensure strong stewardship
• Contribute to telling the story of the CFC’s impact, in collaboration with the Manager, Creative Impact and Outreach

Required Qualifications:

• 5-7 years’ experience in non-profit fundraising
• Demonstrated track record of identifying prospects and cultivating gifts
• Comfortable working directly with high net-worth individuals and corporate leaders
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM tools
• Pro-active and self-motivated
• Creative thinker
• Ability to meet competing deadlines

Assets:

• Experience having at least one direct report
• Knowledge of the arts sector and/or film industry

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume (PDF Format) to https://canadianfilmcentre.bamboohr.com/careers by November 17, 2025, and indicate “Senior Manager, Development” in the subject line.

The CFC is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage interested applicants from all backgrounds to apply, including those that may not have all of the requested qualifications. We strive for equity in our policies and practices and are committed to providing accessible employment practices that follow the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at hr@cfccreates.com.

We thank all interested applicants; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.