Charity Fundraising

We’re hiring for a part-time Development Coordinator!

Position: Part-time Development Coordinator
Charity: StopGap Foundation
Location: Virtual and occasionally on-site at 192 Spadina Ave. in Toronto

Application Deadline: December 6, 2024
Start Date: January 2025 (TBC)

About StopGap Foundation:

StopGap Foundation is a registered charitable organization dedicated to creating a world where every person can access every space. Our mission is to help communities discover the benefit of barrier-free spaces and provide support to create them. We achieve this by building brightly coloured, deployable access ramps that remove physical barriers to entry as well as through educational programs, and community engagement.

Job Description:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Development Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Executive Director and members of the Board of Directors in implementing the Foundation’s ‘Fund Development Strategy’, and manage our donor database. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to accessibility and inclusivity, along with excellent communication and organizational skills, and a high level of reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the organization's priority fundraising programs and activities. This includes:
  • Seeking and writing grants
  • Growing StopGap’s monthly donor community
  • Stewarding existing donors and supporters
  • Recruiting new corporate partners
  • Promotion and planning for the organization’s annual Ramp Up fundraising event
• Monitor and report on the impact of fundraising efforts and adjust strategies as needed.

Education:

• Certificate in Fundraising, diploma in Fundraising or similar qualification and/or fundraising experience.

Attributes:

• Integrity and leadership abilities.
• Strong problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills with an attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills for multi-tasking several projects and tasks at one time while balancing priorities.
• Passion for accessibility and social inclusion.
• Strong team player and ability to create and maintain excellent working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to make personal connections with members of the community.
• Ability to work independently and without supervision.
• Technological competence in word processing, spreadsheets, creating presentations, and basic design.
• Experience working with CRM software (StopGap uses Zoho)
• Previous experience in the charitable sector is a plus.
• Knowledge of the latest federal and provincial legislations as it applies to registered charities.
• Knowledge of Canada Revenue Agency’s charitable giving tax guidelines for charitable receipting.

Schedule:

• 20 hours per week (virtual and occasionally on-site)
• Occasional evening or weekend work required.

Compensation:

Starting Salary: $28,500 per year, plus benefits, and vacation entitlement.

How to Apply:

If you are a creative and motivated individual who is passionate about accessibility and inclusivity, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with your cover letter and resume here: https://zfrmz.com/NNUngOT5jxqZBRT8ghMi

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

StopGap Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process.