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Location: Lower Mainland, B.C. 

Application Deadline: 4:00 PM PT on July 3, 2025 (or until filled) 

Salary Range: $85,000–$115,000 annually 

Reports to: VP, Development 

Why This Role Matters 

At JA British Columbia (JABC), we believe every young person deserves the tools, confidence, and opportunity to succeed. Our programs ignite ambition and build financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurial thinking in classrooms across the province.

As Development Director, Corporate Partnerships, you will play a key role in connecting JABC’s mission to values-aligned businesses. Your work helps fund programs, spark collaborations, and create lasting change in the lives of young people.

This isn’t a behind-the-scenes role — it’s a front-facing opportunity to grow JABC’s impact through meaningful, strategic partnerships, lead corporate engagement efforts, secure sponsorships, and oversee key fundraising and stewardship events. You’ll work closely with our VP, Development, and be a critical part of the development team powering our future. Your work will ensure sustainable growth and expand JABC’s impact, helping more young people gain the knowledge and confidence to thrive.

Employment offers are determined by knowledge, experience, internal equity and legal entitlement to work in British Columbia.

What This Role Unlocks 

Your work will directly support: 

• Strategic partnership development and revenue generation through fundraising efforts with corporate accounts
• Deeper engagement with some of B.C.’s most recognized companies
• Events that elevate our mission and build momentum
• A growing culture of generosity and collaboration across sectors
• The growth and impact of JA’s signature programs

What Success Looks Like 

We’re not just looking for someone to manage accounts—we’re looking for someone who can spot opportunity, build trust, and communicate our mission in ways that move people to act. Success looks like: 

• Developing strategic partnerships with corporate accounts that provide multi-year support
• Securing corporate sponsorships that align with our goals
• Increasing revenue through year over year donations from a diversified stream of corporate support
• Managing relationships with care and precision, ensuring every partner feels valued and inspired
• Collaborating closely with internal teams to create tailored, compelling proposals and reports
• Modelling excellence and contributing to JABC’s culture of trust, collaboration, professionalism and accountability
• Tracking progress and sharing insights with the VP, Development and broader team

You Might Be a Great Fit If… 

• You have proven fundraising experience
• You’re energized by the idea of matching corporate purpose with community impact
• You love building relationships and thrive in external-facing roles
• You have a few great wins under your belt and are ready for more ownership
• You want to grow within an organization that’s building big things
• You bring both warmth and professionalism to your work

What You Bring 

• 8+ years of experience in fundraising, specifically around corporate partnerships or sponsorships
• Proven ability to manage and grow accounts and partnerships
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Comfort using CRM platforms and tracking progress against revenue targets
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for youth empowerment

What You’ll Love 

• Working alongside a purpose-driven, collaborative and fun team

• Extended benefits and RRSP contributions

• Starting with 3 weeks vacation

• A flexible, hybrid work model

• The chance to grow your career while helping others grow theirs

You don’t have to check every box to be considered. If this role excites you and you believe you’d thrive in it, we want to hear from you! Your passion and potential are what matter most to us. To be considered for this role however, you must be based in the Lower Mainland and available to attend regular in-person meetings at our downtown Vancouver office, along with external partner meetings as needed. You must also be legally entitled to work in British Columbia. 

Please note: any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of reference checks and a criminal record and vulnerable sector check, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. 

Application Process 

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume with a short cover letter, as one combined document, to HR@jabc.org with the subject line: Development Director, Corporate Partnerships.  

Please use the following naming format:  

[FirstNameLastName]–Application   

Ex: VelourAlexander-Application   

We thank all candidates for their interest in advance. However, due to the number of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.