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Executive Director Position (APJ Canada)
Toronto, Ontario · Director · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
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About the role
- Our immediate efforts serve the poorest communities in Haiti with programs in education and training in creative industries.
- We empower Haitians to work with other Haitians.
- We believe in empowering local communities through direct partnership, knowing that solutions are found among those closest to the problem.
Responsibilities
- Support the Chairperson/President and the Board in developing a comprehensive fundraising strategy of year-round income-generating activities, drawing on knowledge of fundraising best practices, including clear and measurable targets
- Lead planning and coordination of fundraising events including the APJ Gala in Toronto, retail partnerships, and other initiatives as determined by the Board including research, identify, bring forward and evaluate new sponsors
- Manage everyday operations (administrative, IT, website, social media, newsletters) and act as a resource for members on the board
- Proven experience developing and executing successful fundraising strategies raising 1M+
Skills
- 8-10 years of experience working with nonprofits in a fundraising capacity
- Skilled at cultivating and managing relationships with donors
- Experience managing projects, budgets and overseeing finances
- Knowledge of not-for-profit management and sound Board governance practices
- Ability to work independently and find solutions, a be a resourceful team player
- Practices a high level of professionalism and diplomacy, ability to communicate to a diverse audience and influence without authority
- Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills
- Grant research and application experience (nice to have)
- Social media/ Marketing strategy experience (nice to have)
Compensation
- Research, identify, bring forward and evaluate existing and new annual donors and support the Chairperson and the Board in making donor requests in person and cultivate major donor relationships
- Support the Treasurer and Accountant in developing the annual budget (revenue and expense) in consultation with and approval from the Board of Directors
Benefits
- The Executive Director guides the vision and direction of the organization as established by the Board.
Company info
- Artists for Peace and Justice (APJ) is a not-for-profit organization that supports access to education for impoverished Haitian youth to create a pathway to meaningful employment and a sustainable future.
- Our focus is on running the Academy for Peace and Justice in Port-au-Prince, Haiti that offers secondary education to over youth who would otherwise not had the opportunity.
- In addition, we are developing programs that will create a path of opportunity for our Academy students and graduates to continue their studies abroad.
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