Job Description

JVS Toronto believes that every individual has opportunities for employment. Since 1947, JVS Toronto has been giving the power of employment and improved learning serving 10,000 new individuals annually through career, employment, and assessment services in Toronto and York Region. We also help businesses recruit the workforce they need to be successful. JVS Toronto is a registered charity and receives generous funding to provide most of our services without charge. Learn about the work we do: www.jvstoronto.org.

Our employees benefit from a group benefit plan, a friendly work environment, monthly wellness initiatives, access to an employee assistance program (EAP), opportunities for continuous learning and a variety of corporate discounts. JVS Toronto also offers permanent employees a generous vacation package, a pension plan in addition to paid sick time, family care and wellness days.

Program Overview
Reporting to the Director, Program Development, Communications and Compliance and as part of the JVS Toronto Management Team, the Manager, Development will oversee the Agency\xe2\x80\x99s fundraising plan and donor engagement strategy. The Manager, Development will be joining the rest of the Communications and Development department which works hand in hand with program staff across the organization to develop marketing materials, raise awareness for our programs and services, liaise with stakeholders, attract new clients and raise funds to deliver our services.

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a proactive and self-motivated individual who will:

• Build strong relationships with existing and prospective donors, including individuals, foundations and corporations
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan which incorporates a variety of fundraising channels and strategies; research, monitor, and report regularly on progress
• Manage grant writing process and calendar, including prospect research, proposal writing and reports
• Oversee donor database to ensure accurate and comprehensive information and identify opportunities
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather compelling content about the agency, our programs and services to use in stakeholder communications
• Coordinate with the department to develop agency communications, including our Annual Report, donor newsletter, etc.
• Oversee agency events
• Support Volunteer and relevant Board Committees
• Oversee small team of direct reports

Flexible hours / evenings / weekends may be required for this position.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in a related field. International degrees must be evaluated for Canadian equivalency.
• 5+ years of related experience; a proven track record in fundraising is required
• Minimum 2 \xe2\x80\x93 3 years of management experience
• Knowledge of fundraising concepts, methodologies, and tools; experience with donor databases, Raiser\xe2\x80\x99s Edge preferred
• Understanding of grant, proposal, and report writing for foundations and major donors
• Effective interpersonal, motivational, presentation, networking, and verbal and written communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across a large organization
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of diversity and social inclusion
• Effective problem solving and decision making skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills; ability to adapt to change, prioritize competing deadlines, and multi-task with strong attention to detail
• Computer literate with ability to use Microsoft Suite tools and ability to learn agency-used databases

Our ideal candidate will also have:

• Post Graduate Certificate in Fundraising, Non-profit Management or a related field
• Experience working in a non-profit environment
• Understanding of the needs and issues of the agency\xe2\x80\x99s target population
• Valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and access to a vehicle as some travel will be required

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume & covering letter here.
JVS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodation in order to submit your application, please contact JVS directly.
Our agency embraces diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.
We thank all applicants for their interest in our agency, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

JVS Toronto