Development Officer - Toronto, Canada - Toronto Foundation for Student Success

Toronto Foundation for Student Success

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position:
Development Officer

Location: 2 Trethewey Drive, Toronto/Hybrid

Experience: 2 years

Reports to:
Development Manager

Salary/Compensation:
$68,000 + benefits + 3 weeks' vacation

Why work for Toronto Foundation for Student Success:

You will be part of a thriving organization that truly makes a direct, positive impact on the lives of children and youth across Toronto.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Development Officer to join our dynamic, passionate team of professional fundraisers.

If you have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and enjoy taking initiative, this position is a great fit for you.

Reporting to the Development Manager, you will support and help implement annual fundraising and donor development activities. This role is diverse, interesting, and includes prospect research, proposal writing and event support.

Responsibilities:

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to provide written/oral impactful presentations to donors and
Ability to work effectively, independently and in a team
Ability to effectively manage competing priorities, produce quality work and meet
Detail and results
Demonstrated experience in applicable computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and donor databases).
Familiarity with Raiser's Edge NXT is a strong asset.

Education and Work Requirements

University degree or College diploma in English/Communications with a minimum of two years of direct experience working in a fundraising/development environment (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
Ability to travel to different schools and fundraising events in the GTA.
Must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for work.

TFSS is committed to the health and wellbeing of our employees. We offer a competitive salary, an excellent benefits plan and three weeks' vacation to start. Please note that this is not a remote position.

We currently offer the option of a hybrid working environment (office/home option with a minimum of 2 days working in person in the office) and summer hours during July and August.

However, due to the nature of this role, you may be expected to work in person for up to 4 days per week, depending on work obligations.

Occasional after-hours and weekends may be required.

How To Apply:

Please note that as a condition of employment, the successful applicant must complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Reference Check.