Development officer - Fundraising ( CSJ )

Skills For Change Metro • Toronto, ON

9d • Onsite

About The Position

With 42 years of operations, Skills for Change is a highly respected non-profit charity with a province wide reputation for pioneering programs that respond to shifting immigration and workplace trends and lead to employment. We offer a range of accelerated programs including mentoring, employment, settlement, language training together with specialized programs for skilled trades, women, and youth. We have 5 locations across the GTA and serve 16,000 clients annually. We believe we are in the best position to provide thought leadership through evidence-based programming, impact stories and proactive policy advocacy using knowledge mobilization products. A key fund development role within the organization, the development officer will significantly contribute to the growth and sustainability of SkillsForChange.

Requirements

• Applicants must have reached the age of 15 and not yet reached the age of 30 upon commencement of employment.
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.
• International students, and those who are here in Canada on a work, youth, or visitor visa/permit are not eligible for the program
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Support efforts to expand relations with Corporate, Foundation and Individual Donors.
• Execute mail and digital fundraising campaigns to manage relationships with current and potential donors.
• Assist in researching funding prospects, creating and submitting grant proposals, by ensuring all grant requirements are met.
• Execute donor stewardship plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees