Community Outreach and Development Manager

Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 67,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused agency is seeking a passionate Community Outreach and Development Manager. This pivotal role involves aligning development activities with strategic priorities, managing volunteer placements, and building relationships with donors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in non-profit development, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and creativity, and make a meaningful impact in the community. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are dedicated to fostering community growth, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in non-profit development with proven success.
• Experience managing volunteer teams and program planning.

Responsibilities

• Identify new revenue sources and write proposals.
• Manage donor relationships and volunteer recruitment.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Proposal Writing

Problem Solving

Community Engagement

Strategic Thinking

Education

Degree or diploma in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

iCARE database

Job description

Community Outreach and Development Manager

Position Title: Manager, Community Outreach and Development

Reporting to: Executive Director

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. This position also requires working outside of regular operational hours including evenings and weekends.

Work location: This position requires onsite work.

Duration: One Year Fixed Term Contract

Salary: $67,000 per annum including a robust benefits package

ABOUT US

Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre (DBNC) is a leading, inclusive, proactive, community-inspired agency. It is the organization the community chooses because it meets their diverse and changing needs. Since its inception 36+ years ago, DBNC has reflected the community needs in the services offered, partnerships created, leadership championed and continues to work at building stronger progressive communities.

DEI STATEMENT

We uphold and advance principles of diversity, equity and inclusion across the organization – every individual that engages with DBNC feels that their diverse perspectives, experiences and cultures are valued. Safe spaces and opportunities are created for all to voice their thoughts respectfully, to learn and develop a deeper understanding of one another.

JOB SUMMARY

The Outreach and Development Manager will align development activities with the agency’s strategic priorities. The primary responsibilities for this position include proposal writing; third party and internal events (i.e. summer fest etc.); donor stewardship and volunteer and student placements within the agency. The Development Manager will provide coordination and management for the implementation and evaluation of the organization’s fund development strategies, secure corporate, individual and other sources of revenue. Select, recruit, train and supervise the volunteer staff and student placements in the organization. Ensuring that the organization is always staffed with the best and most reliable Volunteers, correctly utilized for the fulfillment of the organization’s objectives and goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Identify new sources of revenue
2. Write proposals and track information / responses on potential / current corporate, foundation and individual contributors
3. Research and cultivate a variety of stewardship strategies for existing and potential donors / prospects
4. Adhere to annual reporting cycle and tracking for all proposals
5. Develop and oversee stewardship relationships. (Maintenance of these relationships is key to the role)
6. Manage portfolio of current donors and prospects
7. Prepare reports and statistics and analyses related to areas of responsibility
8. Set targets and revenue goals for the agency in collaboration with Finance and the ED
9. Implement a volunteer recruitment plan that engages volunteers in the local community and ensures DBNC programs are well supported with a diverse network with various skills.

COMPETENCIES

1. Communication: Robust interpersonal communication skills. This includes active listening, clear written communication, emotional intelligence, and follow-up.
2. Create Accountability - Decision Making: This involves analyzing information, identifying solutions, and making choices with an honest ethical mindset.
3. Critical Thinking - Problem Solving: The ability to analyze and evaluate ideas and issues, and to identify good and bad reasoning. It is fundamental for learning and making ethical decisions.
4. Building Relationships: Be consistent and trustworthy, show appreciation, have empathy when working with others.
5. Develop People: Strong motivational skills to encourage staff to reach organizational goals. It encompasses employee onboarding, training, performance management, and career progression.
6. Inspire others and Drive Change:

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Degree or diploma in a relevant field of study.
2. 5+ years’ experience in development in the non-profit sector with a track record of success.
3. 3+ years working experience with managing the Volunteer team at a non-profit organization.
4. 2+ years of experience with program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
5. Demonstrated experience in volunteer / team coordination.
6. Excellent organizational and community engagement abilities.
7. Able to communicate effectively with diverse people.
8. Consistently demonstrate sound judgment, strategic thinking, high integrity and an ability to build positive, lasting relationships.
9. Diplomatic, courteous, and able to work well in stressful situations while maintaining a professional demeanor. Effective information-gathering and problem-solving skills.
10. Proficient with Microsoft Office, database and Internet. iCARE database experience an asset.
11. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proposal writing; public speaking; presentations.
12. Fluency in English. Second language is an asset.
13. Mandatory police check - completed within the last six months.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, challenging work environment and wants to join a diverse and collaborative team, this could be the position for you. Please submit a cover letter and resume to

Application Deadline: Feb 14, 2025

Interviews: Feb 21 – 28, 2025

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. No job agencies, please.

DBNC thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) will be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

DBNC is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and DBNC Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information provided through the DBNC recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with DBNC. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act).