Development & Operations Officer – Friends of JNF Canada, Central Region Location: Hamilton or Toronto Employment Type: Full Time Background: Friends of JNF Canada is a registered Canadian charity, carrying forward the legacy of generous Canadian donors, continuing decades of support for the people of Israel. At this profound time in Israel’s history, we are building on the enduring connection between Canada and Israel, a country so deeply rooted in the collective Jewish identity.
With a strong understanding of Israel’s charitable needs, we support projects that improve the lives of vulnerable communities, support the mental and physical health of Israelis, and enhance environmental sustainability. We are dedicated to supporting resilience and renewal for a brighter Israel, together.
Position Summary: Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director of the Central Region, the Development & Operations Officer plays a key role in supporting both fundraising initiatives and the operational effectiveness of the organization. This role balances donor engagement and campaign execution with strong administrative, coordination, and data management responsibilities that are essential to the success of all development activities.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive—comfortable supporting fundraising efforts while ensuring excellence in internal systems, processes, and day-to-day operations. The Officer works closely with senior leadership, volunteers, and stakeholders to support campaigns, strengthen donor relationships, and ensure seamless execution of all development activities.
Specific Responsibilities Support the identification, cultivation, and stewardship of donors and corporate sponsors
Assist with donor outreach, meeting coordination,



and follow-ups
Maintain and support a portfolio of donors with guidance from leadership
Help prepare tailored proposals and sponsorship materials
Ensure timely and professional donor communications
2. Campaign Execution & Support Support execution of fundraising campaigns (annual, emergency, and special initiatives)
Assist in developing campaign timelines and tracking deliverables
Monitor donor activity, pledges, and campaign progress
Provide administrative and logistical support to campaign initiatives
Contribute to donor growth strategies and engagement efforts
3. Events & Community Engagement Coordinate logistics and execution of fundraising events and community initiatives
Liaise with vendors, venues, and internal teams to ensure smooth delivery
Support volunteer coordination, including scheduling and communications
Represent the organization at events and in the community as needed
4. Operations, Administration, & Data Management Maintain accurate donor records, pledges, and engagement history in CRM systems
Ensure timely processing, reconciliation, and reporting of donations
Build and maintain campaign tracking tools, dashboards, and reports
Coordinate with finance on reporting, deposits, and compliance requirements
Manage donor acknowledgements, tributes, and correspondence
Support scheduling, meeting coordination,



and internal documentation
Ensure strong data integrity, organized systems, and efficient workflows
Provide general administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
5. Stakeholder Coordination Serve as a point of contact for donors, volunteers, and internal teams
Coordinate with marketing to ensure timely delivery of campaign materials
Support leadership with meeting preparation and follow-up
Collaborate across departments to align fundraising and operational priorities
Candidate Qualifications Strong organizational and administrative skills
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
Proactive and reliable with strong follow-through
Comfortable supporting fundraising initiatives and donor engagement
Team player who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced workplace
Qualifications & Experience: 2–5+ years of experience in fundraising, administration, or nonprofit operations
Experience supporting campaigns, events, or donor relations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent knowledge and use of Microsoft Office
Experience with CRM/fundraising databases (e.g., Raiser’s Edge) preferred
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Knowledge of the local community is an asset
Working Conditions Some evening and weekend work required
Occasional travel within Southern Ontario required to support events, donor meetings, and community engagement
Office Location Minimum of four (4) days per week in the office.
Location of work is either:
1605 Main St W., Hamilton, ON L8S 1E6 OR
1120 Finch Ave W #400, North York, ON M3J 3H7

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📌 Development & Operations Officer (Ontario)
🏢 Jewish Toronto
📍 Ontario