About the role

  • create, develop and enhance an integrated mix of donor and partner-centered communication tools from copy to design
  • support major gifts and corporate partnerships and other development activities
  • creation of Cases for Support, donor gift proposals, grant applications, and stewardship correspondence
  • distill difficult and complex projects, initiatives, and information into easily consumed information
  • source information and find background information and foundational content
  • communicate effectively with partners and donors about how their support accomplishes measurable results
  • deliver prompt, personal and meaningful gift acknowledgement correspondence
  • create compelling Stewardship and Impact Reports

Requirements

  • 3-5 years’ experience in fundraising or communications
  • expertise in developing high-quality customized corporate, major gift and foundation communications including proposals, decks, reports, letters, and other assets as required
  • experience with graphic design
  • experience using Adobe Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat)
  • experience with SharePoint is an asset
  • undergraduate degree
  • superior expertise in standard writing and editing skills including English grammar, punctuation and syntax
  • superior interpersonal relationship-building skills with a collaborative spirit
  • excellent technical/analytical skills and attention to detail
  • a keen eye for design and developing high quality communications materials
  • strong understanding of the major gifts and corporate partnership fundraising process
  • experience in project management
  • proven ability to work in a multi-layered, complex, results-orientated institution with multiple internal and external stakeholders
  • superior ability to produce high-quality work under tight, constantly changing deadlines
  • comfort managing multiple projects, priorities and deadlines
  • proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced experience in developing creative and compelling PowerPoint Presentations
  • committed to the highest standards of professionalism and donor relations
  • effectively work within a team to promote a positive and professional culture and work environment
  • conduct the role with integrity and respect
  • bilingual (ability to write formal communications in French) is an asset
  • committed to our mission and values

Benefits

  • paid wellness days
  • personal days
  • flexible hybrid working arrangements
  • support with reimbursement for mobile phones

Job title

Development Writer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

HybridCanada

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