Manager of Fund Development & Communications

Sistering; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sistering, a prominent multi-service agency in Toronto, seeks a Manager of Fund Development & Communications. This pivotal position demands a results-oriented professional with strong management skills to enhance fundraising capabilities and communications aligned with strategic priorities. The role supports women and trans individuals facing challenges through impactful programming.

Benefits

Group health and dental benefits

Generous time-off policies

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of developing fundraising strategies.
• Proven experience delivering presentations to targeted funders.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the fundraising process.
• Oversee all fundraising events and programs.
• Develop a cohesive communications strategy.

Skills

Fundraising

Communication

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in fund development

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CanadaHelps

Job description

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CA$75,000.00 / yr - CA$85,000.00 / yr

Title : Manager of Fund Development & Communications

Position Type : Full-Time, Permanent

Hours : 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional after hour flexibility is required)

Sistering is a multi-service agency which offers practical and emotional support to women and trans people facing a variety of challenging life circumstances, including poverty, homelessness, social isolation, mental health and trauma histories.

Our Vision

Sistering envisions a world where all women and trans people, in all our diversity, are valued; a world where we are safe and supported, treated with dignity, and given the respect we deserve. When opportunities are just and equitable, we can live life on our own terms.

Our Mission

Our goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for women and trans people who are socially isolated, poor, homeless or precariously housed. Guided by principles of Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism, Sistering works to change the social conditions that endanger women and trans

Sistering’s programs include a low-barrier 24 / 7 Drop In, Housing and Case Support, Harm Reduction, Peer Outreach, On the Path to Employment and Spun Studio social enterprise, and individual and systemic advocacy.

How We Do It

Sistering operates on a trauma-informed and relationship-based model and our harm reduction philosophy is a core element of all the work we do : we are here to respond to participants’ needs, where they are at, in the moment, to support participants to learn how to reduce harm and / or increase safety. In addition, we recognize that their lives have meaning and value.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Manager of Fund Development and Communications is a key member of the management team, aligning fund development, communications, and volunteer engagement activities with the agency’s strategic priorities. The Manager is a results-oriented individual with strong management skills and a hands-on approach to fundraising and communications.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the fundraising process—from research and prospecting to developing and submitting high-quality funding applications and relevant materials to individual and institutional donors / resource providers at local, regional, and national levels. This includes budgeting, evaluation, and reporting;
• Research, identify, assess, and develop new fundraising opportunities and initiatives; ensure background information on potential corporate, foundation, and individual donors is completed and recorded;
• Write persuasive and imaginative proposals and grants, and track responses associated with individuals, foundations, and corporations;
• Manage individual giving programs, including direct mail, monthly giving, major gifts, and third-party events;
• Manage portfolio of current donors and prospects in CanadaHelps;
• Develop and oversee creation of reports in CanadaHelps;
• Ensure relevant databases and platforms (e.g., CanadaHelps, EFT, IATS) are kept accurate and current;
• Contribute to development of promotional material and fundraising tools across multimedia platforms;
• Oversee all fundraising events (e.g. : Food for Thought, Walks);
• Oversee the In-Kind donations program and ensure items are procured as needed for service programs;
• Experience using data to inform strategy and measure fundraising performance, donor retention, and ROI;
• Collaborate with programs and finance teams to develop compelling impact reports and narratives for funders and stakeholders;
• Working knowledge of CRA charitable receipting and donor recognition guidelines;
• Stay informed of not-for-profit trends in the marketplace

Relationship Management

• Manage and steward relationships with potential, current and past donors and partners, including building tours, pamphlets, presentations and other engagement tools;
• Effectively recognize and steward donors; establish an acquisition plan to cultivate existing and pursue new donors;
• In partnership with the Executive Director, engage Board and other volunteers in fundraising activities;
• Coordinate reporting in conjunction with Finance and Service Delivery teams;
• Respond to donor-based complaints and escalated issues

Communication

• Develop a cohesive communications strategy and ensure quality control of all external-facing information (social media, donor newsletters, etc.);
• Oversee public relations and manage Sistering’s public image;
• Support branding, storytelling, and content development aligned with fundraising and organizational prioritiesl;
• Experience with digital fundraising platforms and integrated communications tools (e.g., email campaigns, social media ads, website content management, and analytics tools);
• Ensure fund development and communications strategies are well integrated

Volunteer And Community Engagement

• Oversee volunteer engagement strategy and support volunteer recruitment, orientation, and recognition activities;
• Provide guidance to staff coordinating event-based and program-based volunteer opportunities;
• Liaise with businesses and community partners to secure monetary and in-kind donations.

Leadership And Supervision

• Provide leadership and supervision to the Fund Development team;
• Manage the annual department budget and monitor fund development-related costs;
• Contribute to organizational strategic planning and goal-setting as part of the senior leadership team;
• Inform the Executive Director in a timely manner of any issues requiring attention

Qualifications

Other Duties as Assigned

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in fund development in the not-for-profit sector with a track record of significant success;
• Proven experience developing persuasive fundraising and grant proposals, and delivering presentations to targeted funders, foundations, or institutional donors;
• Strong knowledge of developing, managing, and implementing corporate fundraising strategies and work plans;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders;
• Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking, with excellent problem-solving skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and proposal writing;
• Strong event management and project management skills with the ability to multi-task;
• Experience in managing and developing people and teams;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), CanadaHelps, or other fundraising databases;
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion, with an ability to apply these principles in fundraising and community engagement;
• Able to work flexible hours as needed;
• Major Gift experience considered an asset

Compensation

• 75,000 - $85,000 annually
• Group health and dental benefits
• Generous time-off policies (vacation days, sick time, and personal days)

Working Conditions

This position works in the office and community. Sistering is a 24 / 7 operation, fast paced, intense environment. There may be the risk of exposure to potentially unpredictable behaviours and situations. Sistering is a pet friendly facility and as such, employees can expect to be in the proximity of animals.

Sistering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we welcome and encourage applications from black, racialized persons / visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities. Those who require special accommodation through the interview process will be provided with the appropriate support.

This role is an open vacancy, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Applicants will be informed of the outcome following an interview as per Ontario employment regulations.

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