Primary Job Duties 

• Creating and implementing an operational plan from the existing development plan 
• Stewarding and developing our individual and major donor base including annual giving campaign and communications 
• Stewarding and developing our donor relationships with organisational partners and providing them with reporting and recognition 
• Reviewing the potential of a new fundraising event and coordinating development components of an existing event, Farmers Feast. 
• Working with the ED to recruit volunteers for Food Matters Manitoba’s Development Committee. 
• Engaging board members and staff in ongoing development work 
• Recruiting and engaging volunteers in ongoing development work 
• Work with the Communications Coordinator to implement the Development and Communications Plan 
• Collaborate with the FMM Communications Coordinator to develop media relationships and opportunities for coverage of FMM projects, highlight existing project activities though development and maintenance of a story bank, development of an annual report, and synchronize social media and other Organisational communications 
• Incorporate workplace participation in Dig In towards organisational donations with Food Matters 
• Maintain record and reporting including Giftworks database 
• Represent Food Matters Manitoba at meetings and during presentations and to partners and the general public and at information tables 
• Implement new fundraising activities as identified 
• Work with the Executive Director to develop new proposals, sponsorships and grant applications as identified 

Experience and Qualifications 

• A strong commitment to food security and sustainable food systems 
• Two or more years of fundraising, public relations, communications, or equivalent education and/or experience is preferred although professional mentorship may be available for a suitable candidate. 
• Enjoy working with people, networking and possess strong interpersonal skills 
• Experience with volunteer management, committees, and team building 
• Must be creative thinker, resourceful, highly motivated, creative and independent 
• Experience writing proposals and creating development plans is considered an asset 
• Highly organized with proven attention to detail 
• Able to exercise independent judgment but work well as part of a team 
• Able to multitask effectively and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment 
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks 
• Strong English written and oral communication skills 
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite 
• Experience with Microsoft office suite, Constant Contact and social media platforms 
• Knowledge of and experience with Giftworks development and management is 
• Valid drivers’ licence and access to a vehicle is considered an asset including public speaking considered an asset 

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