Fund Development & Strategic Partnerships ManagerFull-Time Position with Salary Range Starting at $32.00 per hour, 37.5 hours per week***** Salary based on applicant experience & qualifications, hours may vary due to program needsImmigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI (IRSA), a not-for-profit settlement support organization, is seeking aFund Development & Strategic Partnerships Managerto join us on our mission of building a welcoming and inclusive province by bringing diverse groups together and empowering newcomers to build a future in PEI.Why Join IRSA?You’ll have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of newcomers, enriching our communities through programming or case management supports, while having fun and joining a team of like-minded individuals in the process!For all that work, you’ll also be compensated with:Market Competitive WagesMatching Group RRSP program up to 5%Group Health Benefits Coverage & Free Employee Assistance ProgramGenerous Time-Off programs for work-life balance (3 weeks paid vacation possible after a year)Paid Sick Time (Up to 12 days a year)What’s the Job?AsFund Development & Strategic Partnership Manager, a member of the senior leadership team, reporting to the Executive Director, you are responsible for leading IRSA’s funding development strategy.You will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors, foundations, corporations, and government funding partners. The ideal candidate will lead proactive grant sourcing and proposal development, build strong donor relationships, and support the long‑term sustainability of IRSA’s mission, programs, services,



and strategic initiatives.ResponsibilitiesDonor Network Development (Individual & Corporate)Build and manage a portfolio of major prospects and potential donors.Develop and implement cultivation and solicitation strategies.Conduct research and prepare briefing notes.Deliver a compelling case for donor support, aligned with IRSA priorities.Track engagements and maintain accurate donor records.Develop stewardship plans to ensure long‑term donor engagement.Grant Sourcing, Writing & ManagementResearch and identify funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government programs.Lead high‑quality grant proposal development.Develop a grant calendar and manage reporting deadlines.Produce accurate interim and final funder reports.Monitor trends in settlement, social impact, and related funding sectors.Relationship Building & External EngagementRepresent IRSA at community events and funder meetings.Build strong relationships with donors and stakeholders.Collaborate internally to align funding proposals with clear organizational need.Strategic ContributionLead the development of IRSA’s fund development strategy.Contribute to revenue forecasting.Provide insights on philanthropic and major donor sector trends.Guide the organization on the use of innovative technologies such as AI to advance efficient fund development processes.Communications & Donor MaterialsPrepare consistent, current, high‑quality donor‑facing materials.Collaborate with staff on appropriate messaging and donor recognition.This role collaborates across IRSA departments and builds and maintain strong viable relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote IRSA’s vision, mission and core values as well as the above listed priorities.What skills or qualifications will help me succeed?We require you to have a post‑secondary degree or diploma in Public Policy, Social Sciences, or a related discipline, with 2‑5 years experience in a similar role (or an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience) with a track record of securing significant contributions to be considered for this role.The ideal candidate also possesses a unique blend of hard and soft skills, including:Strong grant writing and proposal development skills.Excellent networking, interpersonal and cross‑cultural communication.Solid project management skills and deadline management.Non‑Profit, Government or Social Service sector experience.Knowledge of fundraising best practices and ethics, with a donor‑focused mindset.Results oriented and resilient, high level of accountability and transparency in their work.Agile thinker, who introduces new solutions to problems and sees opportunity in new process.The ideal candidate is committed to continuous improvement and flexible in their work.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Fund Development & Partnership Manager - $32 An Hour (Montague)
🏢 Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI
📍 Montague