Fundraising Assistant - Ontario

Fundraising Assistant - Ontario

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JDRF is the largest non-profit organization in the world that is exclusively focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D). At JDRF, we realize that a cure is not just a destination but a journey.

Our goal is to progressively remove the impact of type 1 diabetes (T1D) from people’s lives and funding research into cures is our #1 priority.

While we wait for cures, we also fund ground-breaking research that seeks to improve the lives of people with T1D.

If you are looking to make a substantial impact in the lives of the more than 300,000 Canadians living with T1D, now is the time to join our team at JDRF.

We’re currently seeking a Fundraising Assistant to join our team. The Fundraising Assistant will drive fundraising revenue through contacting peer-to-peer event participants to recruit, register, confirm participation and share information, having a direct impact on fundraising success in the Ontario region.

In this position, you would have the opportunity to :

• Contribute to the success of peer-to-peer fundraising events by inspiring, motivating and stewarding past, current and potential participants, primarily through telephone communication
• Build meaningful connections with donors and volunteers and identify and escalate, to the appropriate team member, potential new and diverse revenue streams (i.

e. major gifts, events fundraising, planned-giving, annual giving, corporate partnerships) that further JDRF’s mission

• Build relationships with local partners to source in-kind sponsorships for fundraising events
• Using JDRF’s CRM, maintain data integrity by accurately recording interactions and ensuring constituent information is updated
• Produce, maintain, verify and distribute a range of regular weekly, monthly and annual reports that support fundraising efforts and communications
• Troubleshoot and support event participants with online fundraising pages
• Assist with the implementation and follow-up activities for fundraising events including monitoring results, final reports and the recognition and stewardship of donors
• Provide support tools and communications to volunteer committees as needed
• Collaborate closely and support the corporate engagement, volunteer / community engagement, and event experience teams to achieve overall event objectives
• Provide administrative support relating to fundraising programs and events
• Provide backup customer service support to the general phone line and email inbox when required
• Maintain a thorough understanding of JDRF’s mission and research strategy.

Qualifications :

• 1-2 years’ experience in an administrative role with a strong focus on telephone communications; Service-oriented with a professional and personable phone demeanor is required
• College diploma in general administration, Event Planning, fundraising or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office 365; Experience with a CRM database; Experience working with peer-to-peer fundraising software an asset
• Ability to create reports using excel and / or from a CRM database
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in order to successfully interact with external constituents, staff and volunteers
• High degree of attention to detail and ability to keep organized with multiple concurrent tasks
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently to achieve required deadlines and targets
• Ability to handle confidential information with tact and professionalism
• Fluency in French will be considered an asset
• Flexibility to work some irregular hours, including occasional evenings and weekends as required

Location Preference : Windsor, Ontario We are a remote-first organization so it is expected the incumbent in this role will work remotely from home with some travel as required.

Salary Range : $47,000-$51,000

Here’s a few details about what JDRF employees receive :

• Remote-first : Our employees love the convenience and flexibility of working remotely from a home-office, so all JDRF positions are work from home (within Canada).
• Health and Wellness Benefits : Benefits to support your physical and mental health this includes Manulife group benefits, Maple virtual health care, Not Myself Today to support mentally healthy workplaces and generous paid sick time.
• Professional Development : We want JDRF employees to grow within their roles and have a career at JDRF, so we practice Career Development Planning and have a budget for paid development opportunities for each employee.
• Other benefits include : Group RRSP Matching Program, winter holiday office closures, flex weeks in the summer and more!

Benefits listed above for regular full-time employees. Not all benefits may be available to part-time or temporary employees.

About JDRF

JDRF is the largest non-profit organization in the world that is exclusively focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D). At JDRF, we realize that a cure is not just a destination but a journey.

Our goal is to progressively remove the impact of type 1 diabetes (T1D) from people’s lives and funding research into cures is our #1 priority.

While we wait for cures, we also fund ground-breaking research that seeks to improve the lives of people with T1D.

JDRF Canada has a company culture rooted in our Core Values of Respect, Understanding and Integrity; Perseverance; Collaboration;

Risk Taking and Entrepreneurship; and Efficiency, Effectiveness and Accountability if our core values are exemplified in the way that you work, we might be a great fit for each other.

Application Process Details :

Please submit your resume through our careers website by February 16, 2024.