Job Description

Friends of Ruby

Development & Grants Officer

Application Posting Date: September 23rd, 2020

Application Close Date: October 7th, 2020

Term:  37.5 hours per week

Location: 489 Queen St East, Toronto

Salary: competitive salary

Friends of Ruby is a not-for-profit organization that supports the needs of LGBTQI2S youth.

We encourage applications from the LGBTQI2S community that meet the requirements of the job posting and suggest applicants self-identify in their cover letter.

Friends of Ruby recognizes that a diverse work force and volunteer base are critical to accomplishing our mission.

Organizational Description:

Friends of Ruby provides comprehensive and progressive support to LGBTQI2S youth, aged 16-29, well-being through housing and social services.

Friends of Ruby operates a counselling and drop-in centre and soon to be open, the Friends of Ruby Home, a major new initiative which is well underway. The Home will provide transitional and emergency housing, as well as mental health and wellness support services, dedicated to serving homeless LGBTQI2S Youth, aged 16 to 29.

Job Description:

The Development & Grants Officer will join the Direct Marketing and Development team and will play an integral role supporting the Director of Development and Direct Marketing’s fundraising and fund development goals by writing winning grants and proposals; prospect research; and developing email marketing and digital fundraising campaigns.

The successful candidate will have experience in grant writing, major giving/business development, understands the fundraising cycle, has use a CRM database for at least a year.

Responsibilities:

• Research and identify prospective new donors and funding opportunities and proactively initiate sponsorship and funding
• Actively research and apply for grants between $10,000-$100,000+
• Administer and manage the full cycle of grants, aligned with Friends of Ruby’s strategic mission and direction, including but not limited to: research, prepare proposals, manage planning and execution, regular communications with stakeholders, writing reports etc.
• Conduct new prospect research and analysis, develop briefing notes, presentations and grant proposals
• Gather competitive information and identify potential opportunities and challenges in government funding, private foundations and corporate community/corporate foundations
• Write grant applications, proposals, and solicitation letters for Corporate and Foundation donors for a broad range of programs and initiatives
• Maintain regular communications with assigned stakeholders, as per the Director of development
• Develop proposals and donor stewardship materials
• Support CRM reporting and donor data upkeep
• And other duties, as directed, for the delivery of the department’s strategic priorities and/or to meet key deadlines.

Requirements:

• Completion of post-secondary degree or diploma in nonprofit management or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 years of institutional fundraising experience or business development, with a focus on proposal/grant writing and prospect research
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with successful track record in crafting effective and compelling proposals, reports and budgets to meet specified guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to build long-term relationships with donors, using skill, tact, discretion and compassion
• Excellent negotiations skills with the ability to influence decisions to achieve objectives while maintaining policy
• Proven ability to multi-task in a busy environment, to work well under pressure, and to prioritize tasks appropriately while meeting time-sensitive demands.
• CRM data experience for at least a year
• Has experience working in a not-for-profit, LGBTQI2S community and/or social justice environment
• Has knowledge / lived experience with the diverse experiences of LGBTQI2S communities
• Experience working with a diverse team and promoting a positive brand image

Additional requirements

• Must be qualified to legally work in Canada
• Willing to work at a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the organization
• Ability to work from home and from the office located in Downtown Toronto

Statement on Employment Equity and Diversity:

We are committed to ensuring that members of traditionally marginalized groups, from a broad range of communities, feel empowered to apply for positions within the organization. We encourage qualified applicants to consider work and volunteer opportunities with Friends of Ruby as we recognize that a diverse work force and volunteer base are critical to accomplishing our mission. The organization is dedicated to taking proactive steps to overcome historical patterns of discrimination in our society which have created barriers of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, language, class, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression for some individuals and have resulted in the denial of their full participation in society.

Your Application:

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter outlining your interest in working with Friends of Ruby along with a detailed résumé.

While we thank all candidates for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation (including alternate format materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: Not Disclosed.

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