Jobs (Calgary) : Fund Development Assistant – Youth Singers of Calgary

Youth Singers of Calgary – Fund Development Assistant

Youth Singers of Calgary (YSC) is hiring a fund development assistant. Part‑time, onsite, with flexibility for hybrid work. Start Date : August 15, 2025.

Are you passionate about youth, the arts, and making a real impact in your community? YSC is looking for a dynamic Fund Development Assistant to join our team! This part‑time role will work closely with our Director of Development, supporting grant writing, research, donor relations, sponsorship fulfillment, and event planning.

We operate year‑round, supported by a passionate mix of artistic staff, a nimble administrative team, and a powerhouse volunteer community contributing over 36,000 hours annually. Our home is the amazing ATCO Performing Arts Centre (APAC) – a creative hub with rehearsal studios, a recording space, costume and set workshops, and more.

About Youth Singers of Calgary

YSC is a vibrant, community‑driven non‑profit that brings music, movement, dance, and drama to over 500 young performers each year—starting as young as three years old! Our mission is to create a joyful, inclusive space where young people can grow, express themselves, and shine through the performing arts.

Position Summary

The Fund Development Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the financial sustainability of YSC. This position requires demonstrated success in grant writing, experience in implementing fund development strategies, and the ability to foster and maintain positive relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare grant applications, funding proposals, and reports to secure support from foundations, sponsors, and government agencies.
• Research and identify new funding opportunities aligned with the organization’s mission.
• Coordinate donor recognition and ensure fulfillment of sponsorship benefits.
• Assist in planning and executing volunteer‑led fundraising events, including an annual gala, with logistics, vendor coordination, sponsorship support, and post‑event reporting.
• Assist in generation of donor‑focused content for social media, newsletters, and printed materials to showcase impact.
• Maintain accurate and confidential donor records; track engagement and retention trends to inform strategy.
• Collaborate across teams to develop content that communicates the organization’s impact.

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Please submit a cover letter and resume by midnight, MDT, Friday July 18, 2025 to Ingrid Mosker, Director of Development, at hr@youthsingers.org.

EEO Statement

The Youth Singers of Canada recognizes and values the richness of human diversity in its many forms. Upon request, YSC will make available reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process. Accommodation requests should be made in advance.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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