Director of Development

We Animals is seeking a Director of Development to lead and grow our fundraising program. This is a senior leadership role responsible for setting fundraising strategy, driving revenue, and building the systems and relationships required to sustain and scale our work.

This role is both strategic and hands-on. The Director will set direction and lead execution, while building the structure, processes, and executing day-to-day fundraising activities.

• Type of employment: Full-time permanent position at 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with a flexible hourly schedule. There is flexibility for the right candidate to work 32 hours per week if it better suits their availability.
• Department: Fundraising
• Reports to: Executive Director
• Location: Remote, in Canada. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We are not able to apply for employer-specific work permits.
• Salary: $95,000 to $115,000 CAD, 40-hour work week
• Start date: Mon, Jun 15 (or earlier)
• Application deadline: Sun, Apr 26
• Note on working hours: We are open to discussing a pro-rated 32-hour work week, should this be preferable to the top candidate.

As an ideal candidate for this role, you:

• Have experience leading fundraising programs that include individual giving, major gifts, grants, and institutional funding
• Can operate at both a strategic and executional level, setting direction while also delivering on key campaigns and initiatives
• Have a keen interest in the evolving nature of fundraising tactics and tools, including the use of AI, and adapt accordingly
• Know how to reach and connect with external partners, grantors, and supporters
• Are a strong people manager who can support, guide, and grow team members in a remote environment
• Take ownership of outcomes, including revenue targets, campaign performance, and long-term fundraising growth
• Are comfortable working in a small, evolving organization where systems are still being built, and priorities can shift

Mission Alignment:

This role requires more than technical skill; it requires deep philosophical alignment. We Animals is dedicated to ending the use of animals by humans—whether for food, fashion, entertainment, experimentation, or tradition. Please read our Mission, Values, and Purpose carefully before applying to ensure this is the right fit for your professional and personal ethics.

Qualifications and Process:

Please visit our website for more details about the role and to apply: https://weanimals.org/work-with-us/join-our-team/director-of-development/

Perks of Working with Us

• Flexible hours
• Remote work
• Three weeks’ paid vacation (prorated based on hours worked) plus an extended holiday closure period
• Benefits package
• Remote work stipend
• Paid training opportunities and professional development allowance
• A friendly, funny, talented, and caring team

Strong writing, editing, and English communication skills