Key Responsibilities

Fund Development Strategy and Planning

- Develop and implement a comprehensive fund development plan to raise $1Million in annual revenue in collaboration with the Board of Directors, management, and program staff to advance the organization’s strategic priorities.
- Research, assess, and recommend fundraising opportunities and approaches aligned with the organization’s values, strategic objectives, and program activities.
- Establish fundraising goals, monitor progress against targets, and report on the effectiveness of fund development strategies.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute creative, strategic, and impactful fundraising appeals, campaigns, special events, and activities to engage donors through online and in-person channels.
- Develop compelling proposals, budgets, reports, sponsorship packages, and other fundraising materials for foundations, high-net-worth individuals, and corporate partners.
- Manage fundraising timelines, deadlines, procedures, and project plans to ensure effective and timely execution of initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to diversify revenue streams and strengthen the organization’s long-term financial sustainability.
- Coordinate the planning and execution of special fund development projects and activities.
- Apply effective volunteer management strategies to recruit, engage, and support volunteers involved in fundraising initiatives.
- Coordinate project activities, resources, and timelines to support the successful delivery of fundraising objectives.

Donor and Funder Relations

- Cultivate, maintain, and strengthen relationships with existing donors, funders, sponsors,



and philanthropic partners.
- Identify and develop a prospect pipeline for recent donor relationships and funding opportunities to support organizational growth and impact.
- Manage relationships with existing funders to meet or exceed fundraising targets and ensure effective stewardship and accountability.
- Oversee donor data to maintain integrity and accuracy to improve donor experience

Communications, Marketing and Public Engagement

- Develop and implement a comprehensive communications plan to promote the organization, increase public awareness, and support fundraising objectives.
- Create compelling communications and promotional materials that demonstrate the organization’s impact, engage supporters, and communicate the value of collaborative action to external partners.
- Ensure fundraising communications reflect the organization’s mission, values, strategic priorities, and commitment to ethical and transparent engagement.

Fundraising Governance, Policies and Ethics

- Develop and maintain ethical fundraising policies, procedures, and practices that promote transparency, accountability, and responsible donor engagement.
- Ensure fundraising activities align with organizational policies, strategic priorities, and applicable regulatory requirements.





Leadership and Collaboration

- Supervise, coach, and support Communications Coordinator.
- Collaborate with senior leadership and program teams to drive revenue, ensure accuracy and timeliness of impact reporting and alignment across fundraising, community needs and programming
- Support improvements to Fundraising and Communications processes
- Participate in organizational planning and special projects.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible fundraising experience in a non-profit setting, including experience planning and delivering fundraising campaigns or events.
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in communications, public relations, journalism, fundraising, business, marketing or a related discipline.
- Proven success in running large-scale fundraising events and multi-channel giving campaigns.
- Proven ability to acquire and retain monthly donors.
- Experience in managing volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.
- Comprehensive knowledge of corporate sponsorships and donor stewardship practices.
- Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal abilities.
- Highly organized, detail-focused, and skilled at managing multiple projects.
- Proficiency in CRM systems
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated discretion when handling confidential information.
- Commitment to accountability, transparency, equity, inclusion, and the organization’s mission.

📌 Development and Communications Manager (Scarborough)
🏢 Malvern Family Resource Centre
📍 Scarborough