Development Associate
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 35 per week (Monday-Friday)
Salary: $70,000 - $80,000
Work Location: In person
Potential Start Date: Mid March, 2024
Jessie’s – The June Callwood Centre for Young Women (Jessie’s) is a multi-service resource Centre for pregnant young women, young parents, and their children. Jessie’s works to include a broad spectrum of services addressing issues related to the social determinants of health. Jessie’s operates from a feminist perspective and is a pro-choice organization that supports a woman’s right to make choices about their sexual health and pregnancy options.
We strive to demonstrate our commitment to feminism, anti-discrimination and positive social change in every aspect of our structure and functioning.
Jessie’s is seeking a passionate and driven Development Associate to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting and executing fundraising strategies to ensure the financial sustainability and growth of our organization
Reporting: the Development Associate reports to the Executive Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Grant Writing and Management:
Research and identify potential grant opportunities aligned with the organization's mission.
Write compelling grant proposals, applications, and reports.
Manage grant submission timelines and requirements.
2. Donor Relations:
Cultivate and maintain relationships with individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
Assist in the development and implementation of donor stewardship programs.
Respond to donor inquiries and provide regular updates on projects, impact, and initiatives.
Identify and outreach to new potential donors and diversify revenue streams
3. Campaign Development and Implementation:
Develop and execute strategic campaign plans for individual, corporate, and foundation giving.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
Utilize data-driven insights to assess campaign effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement.
4. Web Content and Online Presence:
Develop and manage engaging web content to attract and retain online donors.
Ensure the organization's website is updated with relevant and compelling fundraising information.
Implement strategies to enhance the organization's online presence.
5. Database Management:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records in the organization's database.
Generate reports and analyses to track fundraising progress and donor trends.
6. Reporting:
Generate regular reports on fundraising performance, providing insights and recommendations for optimization.
7. Collaboration:
Work closely with the Executive Director to create compelling materials for donor outreach.
Collaborate with the Director of Programs & Operations to gather information and success stories for fundraising efforts.
Qualifications:
To be considered for this role, you should meet the following qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Non-profit Management, Business Administration, Communications).
Proven experience in grant writing, fundraising, or related fields.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and donor management software.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Skills and Abilities:
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
Knowledge of fundraising software and CRM systems.
Strong research abilities to identify potential donors, funding opportunities, and relevant information for proposal development.
Experience using online platforms for research, communication, and virtual collaboration.
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make strategic recommendations.
Highly organized with excellent project management skills.
Ability to learn quickly and stay informed about industry trends and best practices.
Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
Assets:
Experience using Keela to manage donors
How to apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a writing sample (e.g., grant proposal, fundraising letter) to joanna@jessiescentre.org by March 22, 2024.
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please, no phone calls.
Jessie's Centre is committed to the principles of employment equity. We strongly encourage applications from women of diverse race and cultural groups, Indigenous women, women with ‘dis’abilities, and the 2SLGBTQ+ community.