Position available: The Dancer Transition Resource Centre (DTRC) is looking for a creative, innovative individual to spearhead the organization’s efforts to diversify funding by developing and implementing a strategic National Fundraising Program. Reporting to and in partnership with the Executive Director, the Development/Communications Manager will be responsible for maximizing the DTRC’s fundraising revenue through donations from individuals, corporations and foundations, major and planned gifts, and special events.
As well, the incumbent will be responsible for developing key messages to the organization’s defined target audiences. While the percentage of time spent on Development versus Communications activities may vary depending on the time of year, in general it is expected to be a 70/30 split.
The Dancer Transition Resource Centre is a national not-for-profit charitable organization that helps dancers make necessary transitions into, within and from professional performing careers. For more information visit our website www.dtrc.ca
Responsibilities:
- Develops and implements a fundraising strategy which will provide a regular source of income for the DTRC.
- Identifies, cultivates and manages private funding prospects to diversify income.
- Plans and organizes Annual Donor Campaign and Special Events.
- Develops and tracks proposals and reports for government, foundation and corporate fundraising.
- Manages the recognition and stewardship of donors.
- Provides direction and support to national staff and board for fundraising and communication activities.
- Keeps abreast of giving trends and social media technologies to maximize fundraising opportunities.
- Evaluates fundraising programs, analyzing progress against targets.
- Prepares communication materials for the DTRC’s multiple audiences.
- Maximizes public and dance community awareness of the DTRC and its activities.
Qualifications:
- Experience in fundraising activities within a not-for-profit organization.
- Knowledge of and keen interest in dance.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience in grant writing.
- Creative, with excellent interpersonal, organizational and project management skills.
- Good French language skills is a desirable asset.
- Well-developed computer skills - knowledge of In Design is an asset.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and with a staff team and volunteers.
Salary range: $45,000 - $50,000 Commensurate with experience.
Deadline: August 10, 2015
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to:
Amanda Hancox, Executive Director, nationaloffice@dtrc.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The DTRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
