Job Summary
Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Fund Development Manager, the Fund Development Consultant is responsible for developing a comprehensive fund
development strategy for Miskanawah, with a focus on expanding Miskanawah’s Land-based healing initiative to be reflective of post-pandemic needs for Indigenous
communities in Calgary
Responsibilities
- Develop a comprehensive fund development strategy that will support the following organizational objectives:
o Miskanawah to secure a permanent site for Land-based programs and offerings
o Provide recommendations on people and resources required to facilitate
a fundraising campaign for Miskanawah’s Land-based healing location
o Support sustainability planning for Miskanawah’s Land stewardship and organizational growth
o Provide recommendations focused on resource development and sustainability for future fundraising activities, in relation to Land-based
healing and all other organizational activities and offerings
o Involve Miskanawah Elders and community stakeholders in discussions centered on operationalizing Miskanawah’s vision for the Land
o Draw on stakeholder engagement with community partners, donors and sponsors to support collective action and impact
Job Requirements
- Bachelors degree required; Master’s degree preferred
- Specialized learning and experience in the areas of Fundraising, Fund Development and Donor Management
- Grant writing considered an asset
- Professional and persuasive communication skills in oral, written, and web-based formats
- Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Eagerness to work from an Indigenous perspective, and integrate Indigenous parallels into planning and strategy development
- Works cooperatively and effectively with others to reach a common goal
- Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
- Child Intervention Check
We offer the opportunity to be part of a creative and positive work environment, a competitive salary, supports for professional development, opportunity for
advancement, and the chance to be part of a team that supports children, youth and families to thrive within a culturally responsive community.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@miskanawah.ca and reference “Fund Development Consultant” in the subject line. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
This posting will close when the position is filled.
