Join The Team


kids.now is currently looking to fill the following position:
CHAIR – FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE (Volunteer Position)

kids.now is a national group mentoring charity for youth. For close to a decade, we’ve been inspiring leadership, building self-esteem, and coaching kids to make positive choices through our free, in-school, afterschool program. Led by volunteer coach-mentors, our educator-endorsed program teaches goal setting, effective communication, conflict resolution, stress management, and other valuable skills that last a lifetime.

 

THE FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE CHAIR WILL:

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Work closely with the Director of Development and President to develop and execute the organization’s annual fundraising plan.

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Lead the fundraising committee’s efforts to identify, cultivate, and approach major donors.

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Assist in the sourcing, cultivation and recruitment of fundraising committee members; develop committee Terms of Reference.

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Encourage board participation in resource development and fundraising; familiarize directors with fundraising skills and provide communications tools and techniques so that they are comfortable raising money.

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Monitor fundraising efforts to ensure they are cost-effective, and provide fundraising policies that outline sound and ethical fundraising practices.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess:

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http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Extensive network of senior corporate contacts

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Solid leadership, strategic planning, and team-building skills

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Keen understanding of funding requirements and fundraising challenges associated with a charitable organization

 

BENEFITS

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Networking with senior business professionals in diverse sectors

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Professional development and personal growth opportunities

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Develop leadership, project management and strategic planning skills

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Hone your fundraising skills

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Opportunity to make a lasting and meaningful difference in the lives of youth in your community and across Canada.

 

TERMS OF OFFICE EXPECTED TIME COMMITMENT

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif The term of office is one year, with an option to renew for an additional year. The Fundraising Chair can expect to meet with the committee 6 – 12 times per year, depending on the needs of the committee. Most communications between meetings are done via conference call or email. The Fundraising Chair should expect to spend 5 – 10 hours per month on committee work (outside of regular committee meetings).

 

 Interested? We’d like to hear from you!

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif  Please send your cv along with a letter outlining your interest in the position and relevant skills, education or experience to: Janet King, President, kids.now, 1500 Avenue Rd. P.O. Box 131, Toronto, Ontario, M3M 0X0, or e-mail: jking@kidsnowcanada.org

We thank all applicants, but only those who will be considered for an interview will be contacted.