Job Description

The Word On The Street (WOTS) is seeking an ambitious, early-career fundraiser to help us raise funds to champion reading and writing in the Toronto area through our annual book and magazine festival and other events. The Development Coordinator will develop and execute donor engagement and stewardship strategies for individuals and foundations. They will also support grants and sponsorship acquisition and manage volunteer recruitment, training, coordination, and recognition for Word On The Street events.The Word On The Street champions reading and writing in Canada through a free annual festival and year-round literary programming that celebrates storytelling, ideas, and imagination. We are a creative, mission-driven team that values learning and experimentation. We create accessible, welcoming events that foster community and prioritize diverse and marginalized voices.This is a remote, full-time position with possibility for renewal on an annual basis. Performance reviews will be conducted after three and six months in the role. An extended health and dental benefits plan is available after three months. A budget for professional development is also available. This is a new position with a starting compensation of $40,000-42,000 per year. Some evening and weekend work will be required in the lead-up to and execution of events.Fundraising & Donor Outreach (70%)

• Develop and implement strategies for donor acquisition, cultivation, and stewardship for monthly, annual, and major gift campaigns
• Participate in researching, identifying, and qualifying new donors while regularly updating prospect pipelines for foundation and individual giving
• Develop, build and support relationships with current and potential funders, including cultivating relationship for funding, stewardship of confirmed agreements/gifts, and reporting on impact
• Maintain the organization's donor database and key spreadsheets to track donor engagement and communications
• Support new fundraising events and initiatives to engage new donors
• Produce fundraising performance reports; track and monitor donations and deliverables
• Work with the WOTS fundraising committee to support board-led fundraising
• Actively research and keep up-to-date on fundraising best practices, trends, innovations and technologies in the nonprofit arts sector

Volunteer Coordination (20%)

• Work with other staff to identify event volunteer needs and ensure these needs are met through the recruitment and orientation process
• Manage volunteer recruitment, training, coordination, and recognition for the Word On The Street's annual festival and other events
• Liaise with volunteers in advance of events and on site to answer questions and prepare volunteers to meet the needs of the organization

Other Projects (10%)

• Support sponsorship acquisition and stewardship, as requested
• Support the Festival Director in applying for and/or meeting the requirements of government grants
• Participate in and support additional organizational projects, initiatives and campaigns as requested

Assets and Qualifications

• Relevant education and/or professional experience in nonprofit fundraising, volunteer management, or related fields
• Understanding of fundraising fundamentals and donor stewardship, as well as an understanding of and commitment to ethical fundraising practices
• Organizational, analytical and relationship building skills
• Confident, friendly, professional, and comfortable with cold calling
• Outstanding social and relationship management skills
• Position demands the ability to positively interact internally as a team member, as well as externally with donors and leadership members
• Ability to set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, revise plans, and document the process and results
• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Volunteer training and management experience
• Ability to compile event results into succinct, informative reports, and recommend adjustments in response to feedback
• Passion for Canadian and Indigenous books, magazines, and other literature and familiarity with the Canadian publishing industry

How to applyApplicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of this position. Interviews will begin as early as suitable candidates are identified.The Word On The Street values diversity and inclusion and encourages Indigenous, racialized, disabled, or LGBTQ2S applicants and others facing barriers to employment. We are committed to accommodating applicants' needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code throughout the selection process. Please contact us through our website if you have questions or feedback about the application process or to request support.We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those invited to an interview will be contacted.Job Type: Full-timeSalary: $40,000.00-$42,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Vision care
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience or education in nonprofit fundraising?
• Do you have experience in volunteer management?

Application deadline: 2022-08-25