Revenue Development, Innovation & Strategic Partnerships Advisor in St. John's

The Association for New Canadians (ANC) is seeking an experienced leader to serve as Revenue Development, Innovation & Strategic Partnerships Advisor. Reporting to the Director of Programs and working closely with the senior leadership team, the Advisor will lead initiatives that strengthen the organization's financial sustainability through revenue diversification, fundraising, strategic partnerships, sponsorships, donor engagement, and other innovative funding opportunities.

The Advisor will cultivate and steward relationships with donors, funders, businesses, community organizations, governments, and other stakeholders while identifying and advancing opportunities that support organizational growth and strategic priorities. Working collaboratively across the organization, the position will lead the development of funding proposals, partnership initiatives, business cases, and revenue-generation strategies that enhance the long‑term sustainability and impact of ANC's programs and services.

As a key member of the leadership team, the Advisor will contribute to organizational planning and growth, serve as an ambassador for the organization, and help position ANC for continued success through strong partnerships, enhanced community engagement, and diversified revenue streams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive revenue diversification strategy to support the ANC’s long‑term sustainability, growth, and strategic priorities.
• Lead the development of philanthropic, corporate, foundation, sponsorship, donor and alternative‑revenue opportunities, including development of funding proposals and cases for support.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, corporate, government, community and institutional partners to advance funding opportunities, strategic partnerships and long‑term engagement.
• Co‑lead the ANC’s Housing Development Initiative, working with senior leadership and external partners to advance planning, partnerships, financing, feasibility assessments and implementation.
• Identify and assess sustainable revenue opportunities, including social enterprise, earned revenue, social finance, and innovative partnership models supported by business cases.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Team to advance strategic projects, partnerships, and funding initiatives.
• Work with the Communications Team to develop compelling fundraising, sponsorship and partnership materials that demonstrate the ANC’s impact and priorities.
• Implement systems to track funding opportunities, donor relationships, proposals, stewardship activities, revenue performance, partnership commitments, and reporting requirements.
• Represent the ANC at relevant business and community tables to strengthen partnerships and advance organizational priorities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Master's degree considered an asset), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience developing and implementing fundraising, partnership, or revenue-development strategies.
• Demonstrated success securing funding through investor attraction, major donor campaigns, grants, sponsorships, philanthropic donations, partnerships, or other revenue-generation initiatives.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with donors, funders, corporate partners, government stakeholders, and community organizations.
• Strong proposal writing, business case development, presentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with M365 and donor, customer relationship management (CRM), or prospect-tracking systems.
• Knowledge of the nonprofit, charitable, affordable housing, community development, or settlement sector is considered an asset.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Employer RRSP matching program
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Generous vacation and paid leave
• Flexible work arrangements where operationally feasible
• Professional development and training opportunities

Conditions of Employment

• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours when required.
• Valid Class 5 Newfoundland and Labrador driver's licence and reliable access to a personal vehicle.
• Ability to travel locally, provincially, and occasionally nationally as required.
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment.

The Association for New Canadians is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment process.

Visit us on-line at: www.ancnl.ca.