Fundraising Specialist - Waterloo Region

Islamic Relief Canada; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Islamic Relief Canada is seeking a Fund Development Specialist to enhance community fundraising initiatives. This role involves managing donor relationships, leading volunteer teams, and executing events to support the organization's mission. Candidates should have a strong background in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to community engagement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in project coordination, particularly in fundraising.
• Experience in managing relationships with community leaders.
• Proven ability to achieve fundraising targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage donor relationships and partnerships.
• Lead volunteer recruitment and training.
• Plan and execute fundraising events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Numerical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management

Tools

Google Suite

Project management tools

Job description

Become a changemaker with Islamic Relief Canada! Join our team and work towards our mission to mobilize Canadians to transform more lives around the world in the most trusted manner.

About The Department

The Fund Development department aims to develop and implement strategies to increase the funding income of Islamic Relief through a range of fundraising initiatives and through acquisition and retention of donors, volunteers and community supporters.

Job Purpose

• This position will work directly under the Regional FD Manager. He/she will be responsible for supporting the fulfillment of the organizational objectives of developing and optimizing on community fundraising and volunteer initiatives
• The specialist will also be expected to oversee key external relationships, ensuring consistent engagement and support for Islamic Relief’s initiatives.
• This position will be the point of contact and representative of IRC with their regional volunteer teams.
  
  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Community Relations
• Maintain existing donor relationships and partnerships with a focus on an allocated area within the region.
• Explore and develop new relationships and partnerships with the goal of widening the community outreach and increasing the number of new donors to Islamic Relief
• Manage the stakeholder relationships by holding regular meetings, providing feedback on donations and exploring what Islamic Relief can offer them
• Manage and oversee mosque and community relations:
• Organizing Jummah or Taraweeh collections for campaigns.
• Distribute material for specific campaigns at mosques and other gatherings (Ramadan, Qurbani, Emergencies)
• Set up fundraisers at mosques and in the community to raise funds and awareness
• Meet fundraising targets and ensure return on investment is met with individuals and/or networks we partner with.
• Formalize partnerships with individuals and networks by following the necessary protocols i.e. establishing a Memorandum of Understanding or contracts
• Provide fundraising support to stakeholders working with Islamic Relief
• Respond to fundraising and other enquiries in relation to regional activities
• Communicate performance and provide regular updates to Line Manager
• Utilize all regional and personal social media platforms to promote Islamic Relief messaging, campaigns, activities and appeals

• Volunteers and Networking
• Build a regional volunteer team by recruiting, training and managing members
• Plan strategic activities in collaboration with the regional Manager or/and Team Leads and FD coordinators to engage and motivate volunteers.
• Lead the regional volunteer team in planning and executing grass roots community events.
• Lead volunteer appreciation events and ensure ongoing recognition of their contributions.
• Lead regional volunteer team in executing larger IRC events, challenges and tours
• Assist with any fundraising activities taking place in the region
• Lead volunteer team to promote and obtain attendance at or with all IRC fundraising events and initiatives
• Attend and network at local and IRC events to build relationships, recruit new volunteers.
• Collaborate with team leads and the FD Regional Manager to plan and execute events and volunteer opportunities outside the region as needed.
• Event Planning and Execution
• Lead regional volunteer teams in managing events locally or event participation in consultation with line manager.
• Lead the planning and execution of regional, and local fundraising events, ensuring alignment with Islamic Relief’s mission and objectives.
• Represent the organization at IR and non-IR events
• Ensure that appropriate materials and equipment are available for events
• Loading, delivering and returning materials and equipment to and from functions
• Maintaining supplies of fundraising/promotional materials at all times
• Provide progress updates on event planning to the Manager and ensure all supporting materials and tools are ready.
  

Qualifications & Competencies

• Experience:
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in leading project coordination efforts, particularly in events, campaigns, or fundraising initiatives.
• Proven experience in establishing and managing relationships with key stakeholders, including community leaders and partners.
• Experience of organizing and supervising events
• Experience of recruiting, managing and developing volunteers.
• Experience of achieving fundraising targets and successfully managing community relations.
• Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or related field is preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of the local region and community
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to motivate and manage volunteers
• Excellent communication skills Excellent presentation skills
• Strong motivation and empathy towards the aims and objectives of the organization
• Numerical skills, the ability to work accurately under pressure and pay attention to detail
• Ability to represent Islamic Relief in a wide range of situations
• IT literate with ability to use Google Suite, databases and project management tools to deliver on KPIs
• Strong organizational skills i.e. ability to prioritize and plan work, set and achieve deadlines, establish and maintain monitoring systems etc.
• Other:
• Current local driving license and access to a vehicle
• Have a flexible approach to work in order to accommodate events, functions and work activity
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally, and at short notice
  

Starting Salary

$60,000.00

Please note: The posted starting salary is intended to provide potential candidates with a general understanding of the compensation associated with the position. The actual salary offered will start at this figure, with adjustments possible based on individual qualifications and other relevant factors.