EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Job Description
Lead a growing charitable foundation that has granted over $1 million to support vulnerable youth across the Fraser Valley.
The Fraser Valley REALTORS Charitable Foundation (FVRCF) is dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable youth across Abbotsford, Langley, Mission, North Delta, Surrey, and White Rock. Now in its fourth year of active granting, the Foundation has grown into a fully operational, community-impacting organization that recently surpassed a major milestone: $1 million granted to youth-serving charities.
With a renewed multi-year strategic plan, strong governance, and an engaged Board of Directors supported by multiple committees, FVRCF is reaching a new stage of growth and visibility. Public awareness and fund development are top strategic priorities, and the Foundation is seeking a visionary and relationship-driven Executive Director to lead this important work.
About the Role
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director serves as the senior leader responsible for strategy, operations, fundraising, granting (including the Bursary Program), and community presence. This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial fundraising and community-development professional who thrives in a small, high-impact organization. The Executive Director will strengthen donor relationships, expand awareness of FVRCF’s mission, oversee granting and bursary programs, and represent the Foundation across the charitable and real estate communities.
Key responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
- Implement the Foundation’s multi-year strategic plan, with public awareness and fund development as top priorities.
- Work closely with the Board of Directors and multiple Board committees to ensure strong governance and strategic alignment.
- Foster a culture grounded in transparency, accountability, and community service.
Fund Development & Donor Engagement
- Lead all fundraising activities, including cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and donor recognition.
- Grow relationships with REALTORS, donors, partners, and community leaders.
- Support donor engagement for the Bursary Program, ensuring alignment with donor priorities and community need.
Granting, Bursary Program & Community Impact
- Oversee the Foundation’s granting program, ensuring fairness, transparency, and measurable impact.
- Lead administration of the Bursary Program, including promotion, fundraising, donor stewardship, and recognition.
- Share the outcomes and stories of FVRCF investments to demonstrate community impact.
Public Awareness & Community Engagement
- Increase visibility of the FVRCF through strategic communications, storytelling, partnerships, events, and media engagement.
- Serve as a spokesperson, alongside the Board Chair.
- Build collaborative relationships with REALTORS, grantees, government partners, businesses, and charitable-sector organizations.
Operations & Financial Management
- Oversee budgeting, financial management, bookkeeping, reporting, and annual planning cycles.
- Ensure strong financial controls and compliance with BC and federal charitable regulations.
- Provide leadership and accountability for staff and contractors.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience in the non-profit or charitable sector.
- Experience working with a Board of Directors and multiple committees.
- Proven success in fund development, donor relations, and public awareness initiatives.
- Experience with grant-making and bursary or scholarship administration.
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and public-speaking skills.
- Financial acumen, including budgeting and financial oversight.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and donor databases.
- Post-secondary degree or equivalent; CFRE, CAGP, or AFP credentials are strong assets.
- Experience in a member-based organization is an advantage.
who you are
- A visionary and collaborative leader
- A strong communicator and storyteller
- A relationship-builder who thrives in community engagement
- Organized, adaptable, and self-motivated
- Ethical, transparent, and aligned with FVRCF values
how to apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and your alignment with the FVRCF’s mission to support vulnerable youth across the Fraser Valley via email to info@fvrcf.ca by January 9, 2026 @ 4:00PM.