Job Description
The Senior Development Officer, Grants and Foundations will research, organize, and lead our grant writing efforts. You’ll help us raise more funds and you’ll steward important relationships.
This person will be reporting to our National Manager of Development and working alongside our Development and Water Programs teams. We work as a team and are always willing to help each other.
This position will be working remotely and will need access to reliable internet (we will provide a computer). Some travel may be required for donor stewardship and events.

Here’s what you need to do…
Grant Writing (70%)
Research and identify government, corporate, foundation, and private funding opportunities that align with our mission
Develop and write letters of inquiry and high-quality grant proposals and applications for funding
Collaborate with other team members to develop compelling narratives and create budgets to accompany proposals
Secure support for priority projects and unrestricted funding
Track grant reporting deadlines and work with staff to ensure the timely completion of interim and final reports
Create and maintain a system for tracking grant applications (which ones we are eligible for now, which ones may be of interest in the future, deadlines, etc)
Develop and maintain deep rooted relationships with grant makers and solicit feedback
Donor Stewardship & Relationship Building (30%)
Maintain relationships with existing high level supporters (donors, sponsors, foundations)
Work to cultivate, nurture and secure major partners / donors to support Swim Drink Fish
Attend meetings and events, cultivate relationships, and represent the organization to supporters and stakeholders.
Coordinate personalized acknowledgements and other correspondence with prospective and existing supporters

Here’s what you need to have…
Experience in fundraising, grant writing, donor relations
A proven ability to research, cultivate, solicit, and steward new sources of individual, corporate, foundation, and government support.
Existing knowledge of, and relationships with, various foundations and major donor networks
Strong writing skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Highly organized with the ability to build systems and follow-up processes
Ability to work collaboratively in a remote work setting
Knowledge of relevant grant application processes, scoring criteria, and funding cycles
Passion for swimmable, drinkable, fishable water
Ability to travel locally or domestically
Important Note: Don?t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and racialized people of every gender are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Swim Drink Fish, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you have some of these qualities and believe this is the position that will make you excited to come to work every day, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the person we are looking for!

How To Apply
Email the following information in one attachment to kyle@swimdrinkfish.ca with the subject “Senior Development Officer – Your Name”.
Cover letter, highlighting why you best fit this position.
Resumé, highlighting relevant experience, skills, and training related to the position.
Include the names and contact information for three references.
Application deadline is 12:00pm EST on July 17, 2023.