Manager, Fund Developer and Donor Relations

Company: Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg

Job Description

Title:                  Manager, Fund Development and Donor Relations

Hours:              40 hours per week, Hybrid Model

Reports to:   Senior Leadership team

To Apply:     Please include both a cover letter and resume when applying

Target Salary Range: $70,000 to $80,000 based on experience

Position Overview:

The Manager, Fund Development and Donor Relations will play a critical role in advancing the Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg mission. In this role, you will design and deliver fundraising and donor stewardship initiatives to secure the financial support needed to sustain and grow our programs and capital campaigns. You will be responsible for driving revenue growth across all channels, including individual giving, major gifts, corporate partnerships, private foundations, and signature fundraising events.

As our new Manager, Fund Development and Donor Relations, you will develop and execute an annual strategic fundraising plan that expands our donor base, amplifies our public profile, and builds lasting relationships with supporters. You will manage the function directly, executing the strategy hands-on while streamlining systems and guiding philanthropic activities across the organization.

How You will Make an Impact / Key Deliverables:

• Fundraise. You will focus on securing major gifts, cultivating individual donors, and driving event-based contributions to generate immediate and sustainable revenue. You will also pursue opportunities with corporate partners, service clubs, grants, and foundations.
• Plan and strategize. You will lead the development of a multi-year fundraising strategy that focuses on long-term, sustainable giving. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify program and service priorities, then create and implement an annual fundraising plan aligned with organizational goals.
• Champion equity. You will proactively incorporate Equity, Diversity, and Belonging best practices into fundraising activities and represent Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg values in every interaction.
• Manage and Monitor data and report. You will oversee database management to ensure data integrity, reconcile donor information with finance systems, and prepare accurate reports for leadership. While data management and KPIs reporting are important, the top priority is revenue generation; database tasks can be reallocated if fundraising performance exceeds expectations. You will deliver actionable insights to the executive team.
• Proposals and Package Development. You will write compelling, tailored grant proposals and sponsorship offers that align with corporate partners’ objectives and Niwasa’s mission.
• Niwasa Ambassador. You will represent the organization at community events and corporate meetings, sharing our story with warmth, pride, and passion.
• Champion of Partner Relations. Set expectations, over-deliver on follow through, roll out activation, issue recognition and deliver heartfelt thank-you’s. Manage donor agreements, track performance, and report outcomes. Ensure our partners feel appreciated and understand the valued impact of their support.

Superpowers you Bring:

• Education. You have completed post-secondary education (College Diploma or bachelor’s degree). A CFRE designation, a degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, marketing, or public relations would be considered an asset.
• You bring at least 3 years of fundraising experience with increasing responsibility, including experience working cross-culturally with community members. A background in youth mental health, healthcare, or homelessness fundraising would be beneficial.
• Fundraising Expertise. You have knowledge of fundraising best practices and the philanthropic landscape in Hamilton and surrounding areas. You understand donor stewardship and can demonstrate a track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets. You are adept at executing strategies across individual giving, major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants/foundations, and events. You have a proven track record of successful sponsorships, businesses that came, stayed and partnered year after year.
• Charisma and Communication. You are an excellent communicator, comfortable presenting to donors, corporate partners, and senior leaders. You can influence and inspire others, write compelling proposals, and adapt your communication style to diverse audiences. You sell ideas, stories, and shared causes with charisma and heart.
• You are results-driven, entrepreneurial, and innovative. You are passionate about Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg’s mission and eager to amplify our impact on the community. You thrive in fast-paced environments, are responsive to challenges, and are motivated to work independently while collaborating effectively with others.
• Technical Skills. You are proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Forms) and familiar with donor databases such as Canada Helps—or you have the aptitude and willingness to learn quickly.
• Flexibility Required. There will be evenings and weekends required for events.
• Project Savvy. You can juggle contracts, multiple priorities, timelines, and deliverables with ease and precision.
• Team Spirit. You are a cross-team collaborator, grounded in equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Travel is required.

Some Closing Thoughts:

Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg values leadership, working together, bringing out the best in each other and creating strong client and partner relationships. Our values guide all the work we do and every decision we make.

This role is a genuine chance to align your career with a mission that truly changes lives. You will directly contribute to Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg vision. By securing major gifts, building individual donor relationships, and driving event-based fundraising, you will provide the resources that directly support Indigenous peoples in Hamilton and Brantford.

We look forward to you joining us.