Fundraising Full Time Victoria, BC $70,000 - $80,000 CAD per year

Do you love turning meaningful work into words that move people? Areyouequal parts thoughtful writer, relationship-builder, detail wrangler, and impact translator? Power To Be is looking for a Grants Officer to help fuel programs that create access to nature for youth, families, and adults living with cognitive, physical, financial, and social barriers.

At PowerToBe, we believe everyone belongsinnature. Through inclusive, nature-based programs, we support people to explore their limitless abilities, buildconnection, and experience the outdoors in ways that are protected, welcoming, and full of possibility. As our Grants Officer,you’llplay a key role in making that work possible by connecting funders to the stories, outcomes, and community impact behind our mission.

About the Role
This is a role for someone who can see the big picture and the tiny details.You’llhelp coordinate PowerToBe’s grants program from start tofinish:researching new opportunities, preparing compelling proposals, gathering the right documents, tracking deadlines, coordinating reports, and stewarding relationships with foundation, corporate, and public sector partners.

You’llwork closely with the Fundraising team, spend time learning from staff and programs, and translate what you see into clear, grounded, funder-aligned writing. Some daysyou’llbe deep in a grant application or budget narrative; other daysyou’llbe connecting with colleagues, reviewing program outcomes, supporting stewardship materials, or helping shape thoughtful grant strategies.

This role is about more than writing applications.It’sabout helping people understand why this work matters, what is possible when barriers are removed, and how their support can createrealand lasting impact.

WhatYou’llBe Doing

Coordinate the full grant cycle, including prospect research, applications, reporting, and stewardship.

Write transparent, compelling, and funder-aligned proposals, reports, letters, and updates.

Translate program goals, participant experiences, outcomes, and organizational impact into authentic stories.

Compile application materials, including budgets, budget justifications, staff allocations, and required forms.

Build andmaintainrespectful relationships with funders, colleagues, volunteers, and community partners.





Support donor stewardship processes and help keep funders connected to the impact of their support.

Collaborate with Finance, Programs, and Fundraising colleagues to developaccurateand thoughtful submissions.

Keep grant timelines, deadlines, activities, and information organized and moving forward.

Support CRM data integrity, fundraising procedures, and fiscally responsible practices.

Manage and support the Grant Assistant,providingday-to-day guidance, coordination, and oversight as needed.

Engage in PowerToBe programs at least once perquarterso your writing stays connected to the work on the ground.

Who You Are
You are a strong writer who knows how to bring clarity, care, and purpose to your work. You can take complex information and shape it into something meaningful,accurate, and persuasive. You are organized, curious, and steady under deadlines, with the ability to manage multiple moving pieces without losing sight of the bigger mission.

You enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively, butyou’realso comfortable taking initiative and moving work forward independently. You bring sound judgment, attention to detail, and respect for confidentiality. You understand that good fundraising is rooted in trust, authenticity, and stewardship.

You may have a background in fundraising, grant writing, communications, technical writing, non‑profit work, oranother related field. What matters most is that you can write well, think strategically, stay organized, and connect deeply with work that creates access, belonging, and possibility.

What You Bring

Three to five years of experience in fundraising, grant writing, communications, technical writing, ora relatedfield.

Strong understanding of the grant cycle, including research, proposal development, reporting, and stewardship.

Excellent written communication skills and the ability to adapt writing for different funders and audiences.

Strong research, analytical,



and organizational skills.

Experience working with budgets, budget narratives, and supporting financial information.

Comfort using Microsoft 365, databases, CRM systems, or other digital tools.

Ability to build respectful,values-aligned relationships with funders, colleagues, volunteers, and stakeholders.

Curiosity, good judgment, attention to detail, and care in how you approach both people and process.

Comfort using AI tools to support research, drafting, editing, and efficiency while applying strong human judgment, accuracy, confidentiality, and care.

Working Conditions
This is primarily an office-based role, with most work completed through writing, research, meetings, and collaboration. From time to time, the Grants Officer may join or support PowerToBe programs in the field, which may include working outdoors in varied weather conditions and occasional evening, weekend, or overnight hours.

In alignment with our mission, we value an active lifestyle and an understanding of the connection between nature and wellbeing. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable legislation.

Position: Grants Officer
Reports to: Head of Fundraising
Location: 4633 Prospect Lake Road, on site 4–5 days per week, with an optional flexible work-from-home day
Hours: Full-time,40 hoursper week
Salary Range: $70,000 to $80,000(applicantscanexpect a starting salary around the mid-range based on experience and education)

Compensation Package

90% employer-paid extended health and dental plan

$600 for professional and personal development

2 weeks of vacation to start, plus a 2-week paid annual winter closure

Access to outdoor equipment and pro gear discounts

Flexibility to follow your passions in ways that support our work and workplace culture

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Power To Be is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We actively encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We want all staff to feel safe, respected, and supported.

If yourequireaccommodations in the application process, please reach out to Tamara Monod, People&Culture; Advisor, at [email protected].

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