development officer - fundraising

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government organization in Mississauga is seeking a Communications Specialist. This role involves developing events, evaluating communication strategies, and supervising staff in a hybrid work setting. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal and written communication skills, along with a relevant diploma or certificate. Health benefits and group insurance are offered.

Benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience required.
• Ability to develop and implement communication strategies and programs.
• Experience in preparing written materials such as reports and content.

Responsibilities

• Develop events for publicity, fundraising, and information.
• Evaluate and implement communication strategies.
• Supervise professional and support staff.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work setting

• Associations and non profit organizations

Responsibilities Tasks

• Develop all kinds of events for publicity, fundraising and information purposes
• Evaluate communication strategies and programs
• Implement communication strategies and programs
• Prepare written material such as reports, briefs, website content
• Publicize activities, workshops, meetings and other events for fundraising or information purposes
• Supervise professional and support staff and students
• Perform administrative tasks
• Plan development projects
• Act as spokesperson for an organization
• Answer written and oral inquiries
• Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other material
• Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions
• Gather, research and prepare communications material
• Prepare sports, literary, performance or other contracts
• Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
• Develop and implement business plans
• Maintain and manage digital database
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
• Supervise office and volunteer staff

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Due diligence

Benefits Health benefits

• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits