Coordinator, Fundraising

**Position Details**:
**Current Rate of Pay**: Min = $36.68/hr, Max = $42.51/hr
**Employment type**: Full-Time Permanent
**Hours of work**: 35 hrs/week
**Work location**: Head Office
**Division**: Corporate Services
**Business unit**: Strategic Business Planning & Performance
**Travel**: 15%
**Remote Work**: Hybrid

**About TRCA**:
With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development.

**How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team**:
The Coordinator, Fundraising & Sponsorship demonstrates excellence in fundraising program development and the research, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors and sponsors.

**Major Responsibilities**:

- Coordinates proposal development and submission requirements for a variety of proposals (e.g., sponsorships, partnerships, major gifts) and fundraising appeals (i.e., annual gift requests)
- Manages ongoing relationships with and outreach to current, lapsed and prospective donors and sponsors.
- Coordinates donor and sponsor stewardship and outreach, including social media callouts, personalized messaging and generalized outreach materials, ensuring donors and sponsors receive appropriate recognition and gratitude.
- Coordinates and implements all aspects of the Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation’s annual giving program, with a focus on growing monthly giving and mid-level giving to support pipeline development.
- Coordinates with Marketing, Communications & Events to develop content in accordance with donor relations and fundraising strategies and associated content plan.
- Coordinates with TRCA program staff to find alignments for Foundation support, including consultation on budgets and workplans to ensure Foundation funds are allocated appropriately.
- Supervises donor and sponsor stewardship, ensuring detailed record and documentation are maintained using BlackBaud or other CRMs.
- Meets with internal and external stakeholders as required for project specific collaboration.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of industry best practices, more efficient processes and procedures and the innovative use of new technology.
- Manages the development of core strategic documents including annual impact reports, strategic plan, Foundation policy (where appropriate) and fundraising strategies.

**What will you need to succeed**:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in not-for-profit management, fundraising management, or related field

Experience
- 2+ years of experience working with donor relations and/ or not-for-profit fundraising or related experience.

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies
- Proficient in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint)
- Experience and/or working understanding of BlackBaud.
- Able to write persuasive or compelling content for the purpose of generating positive responses or heightened interest by others.
- Experience interacting and connecting with persons of various social, cultural, or economic backgrounds; at ease with a variety of audiences.
- Influences decisions by presenting technical information and evidence in an appealing and easy to understand manner.
- Identifies new opportunities for developing new internal and external customer bases.
- Anticipates future internal and external customer needs and incorporates them into goal setting, products, and services.

**What TRCA has to offer you**:
As part of a progressive team, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours; integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare).

**You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that**:

- Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
- Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
- Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan - OMERS/OTPP).
- Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
- Provides unique TRCA Perks.
- Provides flexible work arrangements.
- Offers potential for career growth and advancement.

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacte