Manager, Raymond James Canada Foundation (RJCF)

Raymond James•Vancouver, BC

2d•CA$95,000 - CA$115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Raymond James Canada Foundation (RJCF) is seeking a Manager to provide leadership and operational oversight for its workplace giving programs. This role is crucial in advancing RJCF's mission to strengthen communities across Canada by fostering a culture of philanthropy and engagement among Raymond James Ltd.'s advisors and associates. The Manager will oversee program development, execution, impact measurement, communications, and continuous improvement of RJCF initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strategic, collaborative leader passionate about employee activation and community engagement, highly organized, and adept at managing complex programs. This is a permanent, full-time position based in Vancouver, with a hybrid workstyle.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree in Corporate Social Responsibility, Non-profit Management, Business, Communications, Marketing, Finance or a related discipline.
7+ years of experience in corporate social responsibility, community investment, philanthropy, employee & volunteer engagement and program & event management.
Experience developing and implementing communication strategies, including digital and social media.
Strong leadership presence with demonstrated ability to guide strategic initiatives and influence interest holders and community partners.
Excellent relationship‑building skills and ability to work effectively across departments and organizational levels.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills, including the ability to inspire employee engagement and deliver impactful presentations.
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment while meeting tight deadlines.
Experience coordinating or implementing new technologies, including change‑management support.
Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to manage confidential information.
High attention to detail and commitment to program excellence.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with or within Canadian charities, foundations, or Indigenous communities is an asset.
Familiarity with ESG (environmental, social & governance) frameworks, impact measurement, and Canadian regulatory requirements for charitable giving.
Experience with volunteer‑management or social good platforms; familiarity with AKA Raisin, Swoogo, or similar tools is an asset.
Proficiency with design software (Canva, InDesign, Photoshop) is an advantage.
Bilingual French/English is an asset.

Responsibilities

Accountable for the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of RJCF’s national employee giving initiatives, including employee-led giving, granting, donation matching, volunteering, fundraising and other RJCF signature programs.
Develop annual program plans, timelines, KPIs, and reporting frameworks to ensure alignment with RJCF’s mission and corporate priorities.
Monitor emerging trends, opportunities, and community needs to strengthen and evolve RJCF program offerings.
Manage the end‑to‑end administration and execution of all RJCF workplace giving programs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.
Manage workflows for grants, gift letters, stale‑dated cheque follow‑ups, and record‑keeping across all major initiatives.
Accountable for ensuring all programs and grants meet legal, financial, and regulatory requirements in Canada.
Responsible for streamlining and improving operational processes to ensure efficiency, scalability, and strong service levels.
Responsible for leading the collection, analysis, and interpretation of program data, identifying trends, outcomes, and opportunities for improvement.
Develop dashboards and regular reports for leadership, highlighting progress, participation, community impact, and program insights.
Provide data‑driven recommendations to support decision‑making and operational enhancements.
Represent RJCF internally and externally with credibility, professionalism, and passion for community impact.
Act as a senior liaison to internal constituents including the Advisory Committee, Board of Directors, Branch Managers, and cross‑functional teams.
Build and maintain strong relationships with charity partners and community organizations to create impactful giving and volunteer opportunities.
Develop and oversee internal communications to promote giving campaigns, volunteer opportunities, and program successes—across RJNET, email, newsletters, and internal platforms.
Collaborate with Corporate Communications on external storytelling and visibility, including social media content, news stories, and LinkedIn posts.
Provide leadership, oversight and execution of special events such as the Raymond James Memorial golf tournament.
Manage vendor relationships and oversee user adoption through strong user engagement and change‑management practices.
Contribute to the evaluation, selection, and implementation of social good, volunteer‑management, and donor‑management technologies.
Ensure systems are optimized to support efficient tracking, reporting, and program administration.
Partner with Finance to oversee accurate grant issuing, donation processing, reconciliations, and program‑related financial activities.
Prepare materials and presentations for the Advisory Committee and leadership meetings; oversee minute‑taking as required.
Review and distribute charitable tax receipts to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Promote Raymond James’ culture of giving and help cultivate an environment of engagement, inclusion, shared purpose and commitment to community impact.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to RJCF team members & ambassadors, program contributors, and cross‑functional volunteers.