DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (Full Time - Summer)
Art with Heart Studio is looking for a unique individual to help our organization grow! We’re looking for someone who is passionate about the arts; enjoys engaging with community members and partners; and is excited to be a part of an organization that aims to enrich our community through art. If this sounds like you, fill out an application today!
POSITION DETAILS
- Temporary full time (summer position)
- $20/hour
- 35 hours/week
- Hours are flexible with hybrid work options
- Application deadline: May 5th, 2024
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop Annual Campaign
- Secure program + event sponsorships
- Cultivate relationships with community members + donors
- Create and implement a marketing strategy for fundraising initiatives
- Create and execute fundraising events
- Present to the Board of Directors + Staff of Art with Heart Studio a successful and realistic fundraising plan
- Maintain a professional working relationship with all partners, sponsors and donors
- Write donor newsletters
- Conduct market research
- Research funding opportunities
- Create a fundraising summary to present at the AGM
- Work alongside the staff at Art with Heart Studio
- Write and submit grant applications on behalf of the organization
- Assist with creating budgets for grant specific projects
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years of experience or a mix of previous work experience relevant to the job
- Demonstrated ability in securing sponsors, donors, and grants
- Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing long- and short-range development initiatives
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with management, prospects, donors, and sponsors
- Ability to conduct research, gather data, analyze information, and prepare reports and other documents to support development objectives
- Database management skills.
- Organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
PERKS!
- You get to work for a fun, inspiring workplace and help make a positive impact in our community!
- Supportive team that encourages mentorship & growth opportunities
- Employee discount on programs, workshops and retail items
- Flexible work hours
- Hybrid work options
*Our summer job positions are funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program and therefore, participants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment.
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
