Assistant to Philanthropy & Community Development Coordinator – Atlantic Branch

Position: Assistant to the Philanthropy & Community Development Coordinator – Atlantic Branch

Assistant to the Philanthropy & Community Development Coordinator – Atlantic Branch

Home Based Atlantic Canada (fully remote)

must be physically located in ATLANTIC CANADA

Position status

Regular/Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary Range

From $43,000 to $47,000 Annually as per experience

Why Join The Kidney Foundation?

Excellent kidney health, optimal quality of life for those affected by kidney disease, and a cure. This vision drives us to build community connections, fund research and deliver programs and services that make a difference in the lives of those impacted by kidney disease, while engaging them in a community of care and support.

You can make a difference by joining our dynamic and dedicated team at The Kidney Foundation of Canada!

What do we offer?

• Support for a home office set up and monthly home internet allowance
• 3 weeks annual vacation (6% of earnings)
• 10 Health (sick) days per year
• 15 paid holidays per year

(these must first be used to satisfy provincial statutory holidays, the balance can be used at the employee’s discretion)

• Participation in the Group Insurance Benefits plan
• Participation in the Group RRSP (employer contribution 5%)
• A full employee assistance program
• A culture that supports continuous learning and development

Job Overview

The Philanthropy and Community Development Assistant, plays a crucial role in providing administrative support to the Fund Development activities within the Branch.

The successful candidate will commit to measurably growing The Kidney Foundation of Canada throughout Atlantic Canada.

This position may require travel in the Atlantic Region during event times.

What You Will Be Doing

• Administer and offer clerical support to the Philanthropy and Community Development Team/Fund Development Team, ensuring the success of various events and
• Take charge of coordinating specific fundraising events, overseeing planning, preparation, execution, and post-event follow-up.
• Deliver comprehensive administrative support to volunteer committee members involved in events.
• Collaborate with the Philanthropy and Community Development team, to recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate
• Proactively identify and support opportunities for collaboration with other team members to optimize Fund Development opportunities.
• Attend meetings, take notes, and ensure timely completion of action items and follow-ups.
• Maintain accurate constituent records in Raiser’s Edge, ensuring compliance with Foundation standards for donor and volunteer
• Generate reports, manage lists, and coordinate mailings/communications using Raiser’s Edge and
• Accurately process gifts, capturing donor intent and understanding various gift
• Prepare thank-you letters, acknowledgments, proposals, and other fundraising
• Draft correspondence, reports, and presentations, and edit/format
• Assist the development team with data cleaning projects, such as address updates and duplicate record
• Generate timely acknowledgment letters, tax receipts, and tribute acknowledgments, coordinating with the team for special
• Adhere to all fundraising policies and procedures established by The Kidney Foundation of Canada.
• Perform other related duties as required and

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Needed

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field, with a minimum of 2 years of direct experience, preferably in a not-for-profit/charitable
• Previous experience in event planning or coordination
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Essential experience in inputting data or gift entry into Raiser’s Edge or a similar content management
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast- paced
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and
• Physical ability to lift and move event equipment and materials
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as
• Valid drivers license & access to a vehicle

How to apply?

Apply via email only using the subject line “Assistant to the Philanthropy & Community Development Coordinator” to

Please include a cover letter and salary expectations.

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