Job Description

Project Development Manager

Job Title:

Project Development Manager

Location:

Calgary Alberta

Job Type:

Full-Time at 35 hours per week

Reports To:

Rehabilitation Society of Calgary Board of Directors

Benefits:

Health, dental, insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Salary Range:

$45,000 - $49,000 per year - depending on experience and qualifications. One year contract

Application Deadline:

September 20, 2025

ABOUT US:

The Rehabilitation Society of Calgary is a small, passionate not-for-profit committed to creating inclusive, creative, and accessible social and learning environments for

divergent learners and people with disabilities

. Our projects and services challenge traditional models and celebrate neurodiversity, individuality, and innovation in learning and development.

At the Rehabilitation Society, we believe that diversity in how we think, live, and learn makes us stronger and we are looking for someone who can think differently, challenge assumptions, and help us grow our impact in meaningful ways.

THE ROLE:

As our

Project Development Manager

, you will be at the heart of our mission; developing dynamic, people-centered projects and securing funding to support our vision. You'll wear many hats, collaborate with an eclectic and passionate team, and bring your own ideas to life in a role where creativity is welcomed.

Project Development

Work with team members to design inclusive and accessible projects in partnership with people with lived experience. Works with team members in areas of co-design processes, needs assessments, and stakeholder consultations. Develop project proposals, plans, budgets, and monitoring frameworks.

Fundraising & Grant Management

Identify and pursue funding opportunities from government, philanthropic, and community sources. Prepare high-quality grant applications, donor proposals, and impact reports. Build and maintain strong relationships with funders and donors. Develop and execute fundraising campaigns in collaboration with the team. Maintain fundraising systems and donor records (experience with Customer Relationship Management tools a plus) Work with team to coordinate innovative and effective Marketing and Social Media campaigns

Financial Oversight

Develop and manage project budgets in line with funder and organizational requirements. Track funding use and ensure financial accountability and transparency.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy

Collaborate with program staff, community partners, and people with disability/neurodivergence. Represent the organization in networks, events, and advocacy efforts.

You Are:

Education:

A person with a Bachelor degree or combination of certification and experience in the field of Social Work, Community Development or Nonprofit Management.

Skills:

A natural collaborator with strong project coordination skills A creative and strategic thinker who thrives outside of rigid systems Comfortable in non-traditional work environments--flexibility is your superpower Deeply values inclusion, accessibility, and neurodiversity Excellent communicator--written, verbal, and visual Confident in grant writing and building donor relationships Proficient in social media marketing and use of organizational tools such as Google Workspace Prior experience in the nonprofit sector, disability advocacy, or related fields is a strong asset

To Apply:

Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining why you are the right candidate for this position to:

john.setterlund@rehabcalgary.ca

The Rehabilitation Society of Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB T2E 4Z2