Development Writer

7 months ago

Toronto, Canada Heart & Stroke Full time

**Who we are**

At Heart & Stroke our mission is to promote health, save lives and enhance recovery. We are committed to a culture that exemplifies our core values: champion health, practice humility, embrace change, drive impact, learn and grow and be heartfelt as we work together to beat heart disease and stroke.

To learn more about our mission, values, commitment to EDI, and the difference Heart & Stroke makes in the lives of people in Canada at every age, please visit our website

**The opportunity**

**(This is a contract, full time role and can work from any location in Canada; will be based in a home office and will be expected to travel to Toronto occasionally.)**

**How you will make an impact every day**

Major Gift and Corporate Proposal Development
- Strategically and compellingly align the organization’s priorities to the partner or donor in support of philanthropic solicitation efforts
- Liaising with various internal stakeholders and collaboratively lead the development of national corporate partnership and major gift decks and proposals, including funding proposals for individuals, corporations, foundations and other organizations
- Effectively and successfully integrate Heart & Stroke’s mission priorities and successes, research profiles, goals and objectives, programs and services and the role of sponsorship/philanthropy in achieving organizational goals
- Ensure all writing assignments are completed on time and are approved by appropriate stakeholders
- Execute communication that grabs attention, builds conviction and desire, stirs interest and calls audience to action throughout all stages of the corporate/major gift fundraising process

Major Gift Donor & Corporate Partner Stewardship
- Deliver prompt, personal and meaningful gift acknowledgement correspondence
- Create compelling Stewardship and Impact Reports that clearly and effectively articulate the impact that the individual/corporation’s contribution has made

Communication
- Communicate compellingly to partners and donors and other audiences about how their support of the Heart & Stroke accomplishes measurable results by advancing heart disease and stroke research, treatment and prevention
- Develop compelling speeches for Development staff presenting at events
- Execute, coordinate and advise on a diverse array of print and electronic communications that support all stages of the donor-cycle

**Who we need**

**Experience**
- 3-5 years’ experience in fundraising or communications, with 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

**Education**
- Undergraduate degree

**Skills**
- 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, with a demonstrated ability to manage for results and set and establish new standards of success
- 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, combined with a 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 and conduct the role with integrity and respect
- Bilingual (ability to write formal communications in French) is an asset
- Committed to our mission and values

**What we offer**

In addition to a competitive salary, Heart & Stroke believes that time off is integral to the personal health and wellness of our employees. We offer paid wellness days and personal days. In addition, we provide health, medical, dental and vision benefits. Furthermore, our staff enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements and support with reimbursement for mobile phones and home office set up.

To learn more about our mission, our values and the difference Heart & Stroke makes in the lives of people in Canada at every age, please visit our website.

H&S has a vaccination policy that requires all employees to be fully vaccinated unless they have a valid exemption. You can view our policy here.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and access

  • Content Writer

    4 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Resume Writing and Job Strategizing Services Full time

    We are seeking a talented Content Writer to join our team. As a Content Writer, you will be responsible for creating engaging and informative content for various platforms. **Duties** - Conduct research to generate ideas and content - Write clear and compelling copy - Edit and proofread content before publication - Collaborate with the marketing team to...

  • SEO Content Writer

    6 days ago

    Toronto, Canada Zust Agency Full time

    We are looking to hire a dedicated content writer to create content for blogs, articles, product descriptions, social media, and the company website. The content writer's responsibilities include evaluating analytics to adjust content as needed, regularly updating the company's website, and promoting the company blog by pitching articles to various...

  • Technical Writer

    6 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Greenshield Holdings Full time

    GreenShield Health is looking for a Technical Writer to join our Product team. You will be developing technical content for our Help Centres, UX copy, video tutorials, internal knowledge base materials, release notes, and other content that assembles technical and business information clearly. This position will report to the Technical Writing Team Lead and...

  • Specifications Writer

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Adamson Associates Architects Full time

    Specifications Writer Our Toronto office is seeking a Specifications Writer to join our team to prepare project manuals for a variety of complex architectural project types. **Responsibilities include, but are not limited to**: - Preparing technical documents (specifications and other contract documents) for incorporation into Project Manuals for a wide...

  • Grant Writer

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Street Haven at the Crossroads Full time

    **Grant Writer - Full Time (1 Year Contract)** **Company Overview**: **Position Overview**: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Grant Writer will secure funding to support the initiatives of Street Haven. The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to various funding organizations. Working collaboratively...

  • Grant Writer

    4 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Street Haven at the Crossroads Full time

    **Grant Writer - Full Time (1 Year Contract)** **Company Overview**: **Position Overview**: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Grant Writer will secure funding to support the initiatives of Street Haven. The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to various funding organizations. Working collaboratively...

  • Technical Writer

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Corpay Full time

    What We Need Corpay is currently looking to hire a Technical Writer within our Product Management division. This position falls under our Corpay Cross-Border line of business and is located in Toronto, ON. In this role, you will play a crucial role in the Product team and will contribute to the development of internal and external Help guides, API...

  • Specifications Writer

    12 hours ago

    Toronto, Canada Adamson Associates Architects Full time

    Specifications Writer Our Toronto office is seeking aSpecifications Writerto join our team to prepare project manuals for a variety of complex architectural project types. **Responsibilities include, but are not limited to**: - Preparing technical documents (specifications and other contract documents) for incorporation into Project Manuals for a wide...

  • Grant Writer

    4 months ago

    Toronto, Canada STEM MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CANADA Full time

    **Our Company: Something About Us!** STEM Montessori Academy Canada (STEM CANADA) is a federal not for profit program currently operating in facilities across Canada. Our mission and focus is to help each child achieve academic excellence, master self-learning skills, and develop equal character while fostering self-discipline, critical thinking, and...

  • Proposal Writer

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada GardaWorld Full time

    **Job title: Proposal Writer** Your writing skills are exceptional. With your remarkable talent, you can effortlessly transform a simple request into a captivating 50-page document that tell a compelling story. We extend an invitation for you and your keyboard to join our national team of proposal writers! In this role, you will work closely with the...

  • Technical Writer

    2 days ago

    Toronto, Canada eStaff Agency Toronto Full time

    The Technical Writer (Active Trading Platforms) will work collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders on complex communications requirements. You are a writer and editor - an expert in taking complex investing concepts and platforms and make them resonate with our audience. You are a strategist and critical thinker - ready to define content...

  • Proposal Writer

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Workplace Options Full time

    **Who We Are**: Founded in 1982, WPO is the largest independent provider of holistic wellbeing solutions. Through our customized programs, and comprehensive global network of credentialed providers and professionals, we support individuals to become healthier, happier and more productive both personally and professionally. Trusted by 51% of Fortune 500...

  • Grant Writer

    3 months ago

    Toronto, Canada KAIROS Full time

    **Context** KAIROS: Canadian Ecumenical Justice Initiatives is an ecumenical movement for ecological justice and human rights. KAIROS includes three program Circles, a network of activists, and regional representatives, educators, and partners in Canada and around the world who help guide our work. We have an office in Toronto and home offices across the...

  • Technical Writer, Foundation Services

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Canada Google Full time

    **Minimum qualifications**: - Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience. - 4 years of experience creating content for technical audiences (e.g., developer documentation, Computer Science course material, or IT administration playbooks). - Experience writing for the web and with Markdown, HTML, CSS, or JavaScript. **Preferred...

  • Technical Writer, Google Cloud

    4 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Google Full time

    **Minimum qualifications**: - Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience. - 4 years of experience creating content for technical audiences (e.g., developer documentation, Computer Science course material, or IT administration playbooks). - Experience writing for the web and with Markdown, HTML, CSS, or JavaScript. **Preferred...

  • Proposal Writer

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Workplace Options Full time

    **Who We Are**: Founded in 1982, WPO is the largest independent provider of holistic wellbeing solutions. Through our customized programs, and comprehensive global network of credentialed providers and professionals, we support individuals to become healthier, happier and more productive both personally and professionally. Trusted by 51% of Fortune 500...

  • Digital Marketing Writer

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, ON, Canada JUMP Math Full time

    JUMP Math is a Canadian charity with global reach that empowers teachers and educators to multiply the potential in every classroom through research-informed, curriculum-aligned resources and approaches that ignite and nurture an enduring understanding and love of math in every student. Reporting to the Publisher, the Curriculum Writer creates high-quality...

  • Medical Writer

    4 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Six Degrees Full time

    Six Degrees, a Reverba Company is seeking a Medical Writer to join our team. Reporting to a Director, Scientific Services, as a Medical Writer you will be responsible for partnering with healthcare clients to develop innovative, high-quality scientific and medical programs and content across a broad range of disease areas. **What your responsibilities as a...

  • Senior Technical API Writer

    4 weeks ago

    Old Toronto, Canada S I Systems Full time

    h3>Senior Technical Writer with familiarity with Cyber Security principles to develop engaging and clear training materials for a new courseOur client is looking for a Senior Technical Writer with familiarity with Cyber Security principles to develop engaging and clear training materials for a new course.Must Haves:8+ years' experience as a Technical...

  • Bilingual Technical Writer

    7 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Greenshield Holdings Full time

    GreenShield is looking for a Technical Writer and Localization Project Manager (Hybrid) to join our Product team. You will be developing technical content for our Help Centres, UX copy, video tutorials, release notes, and other content that assembles technical and business information clearly. In addition to writing, this role will be a translation resource...