FUND DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT
The Fund Development Assistant will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks related to fundraising and donor relations. This is an excellent opportunity for a student looking to gain practical experience in the nonprofit sector, particularly in fund development and nonprofit management.
Reporting:
- The Fund Development Assistant will report directly to the Fund Development Director.
Term of Employment:
- This is a Canada Summer Jobs funded position during summer 2025. Applicants must therefore: be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period; be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; AND have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
- May 20-July 11 (8 weeks)
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Fund Development Director with organizing and maintaining donor databases, including data entry, updating contact information, and tracking donations.
- Help with preparing and mailing acknowledgment letters and receipts to donors.
- Support the preparation of materials for fundraising campaigns, events, and donor communications.
- Assist with researching potential new donors, sponsors, and funding opportunities, including foundations and corporate partners.
- Assist in the preparation and formatting of reports, presentations, and proposals for potential donors and funding partners.
- Help coordinate fundraising and donor appreciation events, including preparing event materials, assisting with event registration, and providing on-site support during events.
- Assist with social media content creation and donor communications, helping to raise awareness and promote fundraising efforts.
- Support the development of newsletters and other donor communication materials.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary program (preferably in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field).
- Experience:
- Previous experience in a volunteer, fundraising, or administrative capacity is an asset.
- Comfortable with basic office technology and software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and database management systems).
- Skills:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and team members.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks, particularly when handling donor information.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
How to Apply:
- Please send your resume and cover letter to Ila Rakhi, Fund Development Director at devdir@thehangarmuseum.ca by April 30, 2025 to apply.
- Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
- Wage: $17.00/hour, 35hrs/week.
