Role Title: Donor Relations Coordinator
Organization: Canadian Jesuits International (CJI)
Location: 70 Saint Mary Street, Toronto, Ontario
Type of employment: Permanent, full time (with a 6-month probationary period)
Compensation: $60,000 to $70,000 (depending on experience) plus benefits; three weeks’
vacation to start, professional development opportunities
Canadian Jesuits International
Canadian Jesuits International is the international solidarity agency of the Jesuits of Canada that
supports marginalized people in Africa, Asia and Latin America in their struggle for a more just
society through the work of Jesuits and other partners. It supports partners in the Global South
with projects in education, ecological justice, livelihoods, defence of human rights, support for
forcibly displaced people and humanitarian assistance. These activities are carried out in
coordination with the global network of Jesuit organizations. CJI also carries out public
education and advocacy in Canada to promote international social justice and global solidarity.
We are a small, dynamic team where you will find opportunities to make a difference with
progressive, human rights-focused work.
Summary of the Position
Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) seeks a highly motivated, dynamic Fundraising Professional
to join our small but highly committed team. This is a key role within the organization and
offers opportunities for professional growth.
The person in this position will report to the Executive Director. The Donor Relations
Coordinator will be motivated by a keen interest in social justice and international solidarity.
They will provide effective stewardship of existing fundraising strategies with a range of donors
and develop and implement creative and new approaches to support the sustainable operation
of the organization and its mandate to support international partners.
The work location is at the CJI’s offices in the Bay/Bloor area of downtown Toronto, with the
possibility of some remote work. This position requires some local and national travel and
occasional international travel. Ability to travel is a requirement.
The Donor Relations Coordinator will have the following Key Responsibilities:
Strategic
• Implement existing fundraising plans and create new strategies
• Take the lead in identifying new opportunities and new ways of raising funds
• Develop donor upgrading and acquisition strategies, including planned giving
• Work with our staff team to ensure that the organization has a holistic fundraising
approach: integrating Communications, Outreach, international Programs and Administration to build a donor-centric culture in the organization
• Keep up-to-date on the latest fundraising trends and opportunities in Canada, and devise
strategies to learn from and implement these at CJI
Tactical
• Renew and implement donor acquisition activities, to grow the supporter base
• Identify and follow up on prospects for upgrading donors (monthly, major gifts and planned
giving)
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors through one-on-one meetings, and by
phone, letters, email and personalized reports on funded projects
• Implement a stewardship program to increase the level of donor engagement, maximize
retention and lifetime value of CJI supporters
• Work with the CJI team to ensure the supporter journey is implemented and delivered across
multiple channels, and to agreed timeframes – including personalized acknowledgements,
phone calls and follow-ups
• Increase CJI’s fundraising through multiple channels such as major gifts, regular giving,
legacies, peer-to-peer fundraising, online giving, and direct mail
• Develop donor-specific communications, e.g., recognition letters, project funding updates
and specialized direct donor approaches
• Monitor and report on fundraising and donor metrics
• Provide analysis of fundraising effectiveness to the Director, staff team and Board as
required
• Implement segmentation of CJI’s donor database through strong CRM database knowledge
and proficiency
• Coordinate supporter surveys, including production, data importing, analysis and follow up
• Produce materials and data profiles to represent the organization to the public, donors and
prospective donors
• Develop and maintain an excellent working knowledge of the organization’s programs and
funding priorities
Qualifications:
• 3 – 5 years’ fundraising experience
• Experience with major donors and broad-based fundraising campaigns
• Excellent command of written and spoken English; French and/or Spanish are assets
• Strong writing, presentation and public speaking skills
• Ability to communicate diplomatically and sensitively to ensure respect and inclusion
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and international development
• Comfortable working in a faith-based organization, with Jesuit partners, Roman Catholic audiences
and institutions. An understanding of Catholic Social Teaching is an asset
• Effective in cross-cultural settings
• Ability to connect with and respond to CJI’s supporters and other people from different backgrounds
and with diverse perspectives on our work
• Proficient in Raiser’s Edge, social media, online and print communication
• Demonstrated organizational skills, capacity to take the initiative, set priorities and meet deadlines
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a small team, and independently
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter and CV by email only, to: CANcjijobposting@jesuits.org
Applications will be accepted until a firm deadline of 5 pm EST on April 28. We encourage you to apply early. Start date to be negotiated. CJI is committed to diversity in its workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
