WORKING AT THE HANGAR

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. 

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