Manager - Fund Developmen

Get to Know Us:

At Routes Connecting Communities, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive and feel

connected within their community. For more than 35 years, we have been empowering people in

the York Region by providing transportation and social connection services to those facing barriers.

Our mission is to foster independence, reduce isolation, and strengthen community bonds through

safe, reliable, and compassionate support.

Our programs go beyond transportation—they open doors to healthcare, employment, education,

and social engagement. With the help of dedicated staff, volunteers, and community partners, we

ensure that seniors, people with disabilities, and individuals facing challenges can access the

essential services and networks they need to live fulfilling lives.

To help us continue building a stronger, more connected community, we are seeking a dedicated

Manager of Fund Development to join our team.

The Role:

As the Manager of Fund Development, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring the financial

sustainability of Routes Connecting Communities. You will be responsible for designing and

implementing fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, and securing funding through

grants, campaigns, and partnerships.

Key responsibilities include:

● Develop, implement, and oversee the organization's fund development plan.

● Lead donor stewardship activities and manage major gift strategies.

● Research, write, and submit grant proposals and funding applications.

● Build and expand relationships with individual donors, foundations, corporations, and

government partners.

● Lead and collaborate with Routes staff, contractors, and volunteers to achieve fundraising

goals.

● Create and execute campaigns, appeals, sponsorships, and special events.

● Track and report fundraising performance, targets, and budgets.

● Collaborate with communications and marketing to align fundraising messages.

● Ensure compliance with ethical fundraising standards and relevant legislation.

● Provide regular reports to the Executive Director and Board Committees on fundraising

progress.

Key Qualifications:

●
Minimum 7–10 years of progressive professional experience in not-for-profit fund

development, corporate sponsorships, fundraising, or sales, with increasing levels of

responsibility and a proven track record of meeting and exceeding revenue targets.

● Bachelor's degree in fundraising, public relations, business, or a related field.

● Demonstrated success in grant writing, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, capital

campaigns, planned giving, campaign planning, donor cultivation, and stewardship.

● Supervisory or managerial experience in a fundraising environment, with the ability to lead

and motivate staff, volunteers, and Board members.

● Strong knowledge of nonprofit business practices, Canadian fundraising standards, and

ethical compliance.

● Ability to analyze budgets, metrics, and ROI for fundraising initiatives.

● Experience working in a cross-cultural environment is considered an asset.

● CFRE accreditation is preferred.

Position Details:

Hourly range is:
$ $42.48 per hour

Typical weekly hours are: up to 24 hours per week

Availability: Must be available to work 8:00 am to 4:00 pm with evenings and weekends as required.

This is a hybrid position with a combination of reporting to the Sutton office, working from home

and community outreach.

AI will not be used during the recruitment, selection, and hiring process.

Application Process:

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter quoting the job title in the subject

line by Friday November 28, 2025 to:

Jordan Prosper

Routes Connecting Communitie