Advancement Coordinator

Ottawa Network for Education • Ottawa, ON

12d • CA$60,000 - CA$73,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Ottawa Network for Education (ONFE) is a trusted connector and catalyst for student success. In partnership with all publicly funded school boards in Ottawa, we deliver equitable, innovative programs that meet students where they are—from a healthy start to the day, to academic support, to confidence-building with hands-on learning. By uniting partners across sectors, ONFE breaks down barriers and builds brighter futures. Our focus on sustainability, future readiness, and social responsibility drives our vision: an Ottawa where all students thrive.

We are looking for a self-motivated, detail oriented, highly organized, and versatile individual to join our Advancement team.
The Advancement Coordinator works with the Advancement team to develop, expand, and implement fundraising strategies for ONFE. You are excited about raising funds to support local programs for K-12 students and developing working relationships with key stakeholders, internal, and external to ONFE.
The Advancement Coordinator reports to the Director of Advancement and works collaboratively with all ONFE staff.
Most work takes place during business hours; however, you should be willing to manage and flex time to work evenings and weekends.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related discipline.
• 2-3 years of event management experience, preferably in fundraising.
• 2-3 years of progressive experience in fundraising and/or marketing.
• Experience using donor management software.
• Satisfactory Police Record Check in alignment with ONFE’s Conditions of Employment Policy.
• Driver’s license, and access to a reliable motor vehicle with insurance coverage that has no policy restrictions for work related driving.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in English and French (oral and written) is considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Advancement team to develop comprehensive fundraising plans and strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Cultivate and sustain relationships with donors and funding partners, while seeking new revenue opportunities.
• Conduct research to identify fundraising trends, best practices, and new opportunities.
• Implement donor recognition and retention strategies.
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of fundraising events.
• Collaborate with event vendors, volunteers, and internal teams to ensure smooth event logistics, promotion, and participant satisfaction.
• Manage donor and fundraising records within customer relationship management system and fundraising platforms.
• Develop and deliver regular reports and insights on fundraising activities.
• Work closely with ONFE program teams to remain informed of funding needs.
• Demonstrate consistent and professional standards of communication with all internal and external contacts.
• Active participation and engagement in continuous learning.

Benefits

• Life insurance and Long-term disability coverage.
• Access to extended health and dental coverage to support you and your family.
• Enrollment in our employer-matched RSP Program.
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family through Kii Health.
• Vacation and other leave entitlements begin accruing on your first day, plus an extended annual holiday break with office closure from December 25 to January 1.
• ONFE offers a hybrid work environment, which requires work both in the office and remote.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree