Development AssistantLocation: Woodland Cultural Centre, 184 Mohawk Street, Brantford, ON Position: Development AssistantDepartment: Development & EngagementHours: 37.5 hours per week, Full-TimeRate of Pay: $24.00 per hour (7.5 hours per day – evenings and weekends as required) Closing Date: October 16/26 or until filled

Woodland Cultural Centre is seeking an organized, enthusiastic, and community-minded individual to join our Development & Engagement team as a Development Assistant.

Located on the grounds of the former Mohawk Institute Residential School, Woodland Cultural Centre preserves and shares Indigenous history, art, language, and culture while welcoming thousands of visitors each year through educational programming, exhibitions, tours, and community events.

As a Development Assistant, you'll help strengthen Woodland's relationships with donors, sponsors, businesses, community partners, and supporters while assisting with fundraising initiatives, special events, and community engagement activities.

Basic Job Description

The successful candidate will:

- Assist with fundraising campaigns, sponsorships, memberships, and donor engagement activities.
- Maintain donor, sponsor, and community partner records using organizational databases and CRM systems.
- Conduct research on potential donors, sponsors, grants, and community partnership opportunities.
- Assist with donor communications, acknowledgements, newsletters, and stewardship activities.
- Support fundraising events, community outreach initiatives, and promotional activities.
- Prepare reports, tracking tools, and administrative documentation to support the Development & Engagement team.
- Represent Woodland Cultural Centre at community events and networking opportunities as required.




- Contribute ideas that strengthen fundraising, community engagement, and organizational sustainability.

Qualifications

We're looking for someone who:

- Is organized, detail-oriented, and dependable.
- Has strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Enjoys building relationships and working with people.
- Can manage multiple priorities in a rapid-paced environment.
- Is comfortable learning new systems and technology.
- Has an interest in fundraising, community engagement, and Indigenous history and culture.

The following would be considered assets:

- Experience in administration, fundraising, customer service, marketing, communications, or community engagement.
- Experience using CRM or database systems.
- Experience coordinating events or working with volunteers.
- Post-secondary education in Fundraising, Business, Marketing, Communications, Non Profit Management, or a related field.

Don't meet every qualification? We still encourage you to apply. We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a genuine interest in building relationships and supporting Woodland's mission.

As this position is generously funded by GREAT, only applicants eligible for GREAT funding can apply. If interested, please apply with a cover letter, resume, and two references by October 16, 2026 to:

Woodland Cultural Centre 184 Mohawk Street, Brantford ON N3S 2X2 (phone hidden) [email protected]

This position will be working within the former Mohawk Institute Residential School building. Due to the sensitive nature of the space, some applicants may feel uncomfortable. Candidates selected for an interview will also have a brief tour of the building to ensure they will be able to work within the space.

📌 Development Assistant (Canada)
🏢 Woodland Cultural Centre
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