Fundraising Coordinator

Are you looking for a job where your fundraising and event planning skills can help make an impact for individuals, children and families in the Thunder Bay community?

If so, Our Kids Count might be the place for you.

**ABOUT OUR KIDS COUNT (OKC)**

Our Kids Count (OKC) is a community development organization and we work with individuals & families to promote the health and development of all children and youth who are in financial need. Our mission is to empower individuals to build stronger families and inclusive communities by enhancing their lives through personal growth and development. Our Centres belong to the community and everyone is welcome; however, over 80% of individuals & families participating in existing programs have self-identified as living in poverty or as having a demonstrated need for support. Last year, we had 9,563 visits to our programs 50% from children.

**JOB SUMMARY**

**Our Kids Count empowers individuals to build stronger families and inclusive communities by enhancing people’s lives through personal growth and development.**

**_As part of the OKC team, the Fundraising Coordinator will_**:

- _Assist in the development & implementation of fundraising goals to support the work of OKC and thus increase community awareness of OKC._
- _Coordinate and support special events and fundraising initiatives. _
- _Help identify potential new donors & organize initiatives to solicit gifts._
- _Work with the fund development committee to develop and implement a donor database and initiate a donor campaign._

OKC involves families in all aspects of program planning, implementation and evaluation.

**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- To work in partnership with the Community Engagement Coordinator in the planning, development, management, and execution of fundraising initiatives including OKC led and third-party special events, donation appeals & recognition and appreciation receptions.
- Serve as a contact and resource for community based third party events in support of OKC.
- Cultivate and steward relationships with event sponsors, committee members, and community third party event organizers.
- Contribute to maintaining accurate contact records for media contacts, third party events, sponsors, and event participants in the database.
- Liaise with community members and attend community events as a representative of OKC, as requested. This may include networking, speaking opportunities or presentations.
- Liaise with the media as needed.
- Help maintain the Development Team’s fund development plan and work plan.
- Participate in sub-committees as requested.
- Initiates and manages an annual donor campaign
- Creates and manages a donor data base
- Develops and maintains relationships with donors and provide appropriate stewardship.
- Develops and manages efforts to identify, solicit, communicate and renew annual donors.
- Plans, manages and executes fundraising events.
- Seeks out third party fundraising opportunities.
- Participate in professional development opportunities relevant to this role.
- Provide reports on fundraising initiatives and volunteer contributions.
- Coordinates and works with the Fund Development Committee to realize yearly goals for funds.
- Completes reports required by each funding source.
- Maintain the positive profile of OKC within the community.
- Represent OKC on relevant community boards and committees.
- Liaise with government departments and other community agencies as necessary.
- Provides monthly reports to the Board regarding progress in all areas.
- Other tasks as assigned or other duties as required.

**EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE**
- Degree, diploma or equivalent experience with Fundraising for Non-Profits, Event Management, Volunteer Management, or Media & Marketing.
- Demonstrated program development and leadership skills.
- Experience in communications and public relations.
- Ability to train, motivate and supervise volunteers and staff.

**SKILLS & ABILITIES**
- Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word & Excel, and comfortable with presentation software, graphics programs such as Canva, and social media.
- Self-starter with proven organization skills.
- Accountable and reliable
- Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing, in a cross-cultural environment.
- Understanding of the organization and challenges of working within the non-profit sector.
- Understanding of the OKC model of community development which engages participants in all levels of participation.
- Interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines.

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**
- Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends
- Car and valid driver’s license
- Regular attendance

**ASSETS**
- First Aid & CPR
- Photography
- Video editing
- Graphic Design
- Experience working with the media including drafting media releases

**Job Type