Development Associate - Campbellford, Canada - Westben Centre for Connection and Creativity through Music

Description

Development Associate:


Date Posted:
Feb 14, 2023


Application Deadline:
Mar 06, 2023


Start Date:
Apr 03, 2023


Salary From:50K
To 50K


Province:
Ontario


Region:
Central Ontario


City:
Campbellford


Employee Benefits:
Health, Other (e.g. flex time, comp tickets, etc.)
Check Additional Info section for more Employee Benefits


Organization's Field/Discipline:
The Arts


Job's focus:
Administrative


Job Type:
Full-time


Career Level:
Intermediate


Organization Description:


Westben Centre for Connection and Creativity through Music

• ABOUT WESTBEN: Westben Centre for Connection and Creativity is a charitable organization located in a rural natural setting in Campbellford.

With a vision of being a leading, internationally recognized Centre, Westben nurtures communities of artists, audiences and learners through exceptional musical experiences. Programs feature professional, emerging and community artists and enthusiasts in music festivals, concert series and educational programming for all ages. Our year-round programs attract over 10,000 patrons from the Trent Hills area and beyond. Our focus is on building community vibrancy and joy through the participation and appreciation of music. _

_westben.ca_

• Join our growing nonprofit arts organization and help our communities THRIVE_

Westben seeks to hire a Development Associate who will contribute to our ongoing resource development initiatives in support of Community Engagement and Artistic Programming, Operations, and Capital Development Projects.

Responsibilities include:
strategizing, sourcing and identifying potential public and private funds through research and analysis.

Duties will focus on grant writing, tracking and reporting, communicating with Members and Donors, processing donations, cultivating relationships with potential Donors, Sponsors and Granting Institutions.

Marketing, Customer Service and Fundraising Event Coordination in collaboration with Westben's staff and volunteers is required.

• Offers exceptional organizational skills and can prioritize well to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Has great interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals, while maintaining a high standard of professionalism.
• Works well collaboratively as well as independently.
• Flexible to work onsite when required including some weekends (for special events)
• Has the ability to think critically, creatively and make informed decisions.
• Is comfortable learning and maximizing the potential of donor database systems and software.
• Works in a highly productive manner and has previous experience with resource development (preferably with notforprofit and/or charitable organizations) with proven successes.

Successful applicant must provide a Vulnerable Sector Police Check.

Westben is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals who self-identify as members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.


Additional Info:

• ABOUT WESTBEN: Westben Centre for Connection and Creativity is a charitable organization located in a rural natural setting near Campbellford, 2 hours east of Toronto.

With a vision of being a leading, internationally recognized Centre, Westben nurtures communities of artists, audiences and learners through exceptional musical experiences. Programs feature professional, emerging and community artists and enthusiasts in music festivals, concert series and educational programming for all ages. Our year-round programs attract over 10,000 patrons from the Trent Hills area and beyond. Our focus is on building community vibrancy and joy through the participation and appreciation of music. _

_westben.ca_

How to Apply:


Cover Letter and Resume required. Please send to
**by March 6, 2023