Opportunities

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Title: Collective Staff Management Team Member
Specializing in Fund Development and Administration
in a Community Adult Literacy Program

Terms: Part-time contract, February/March 2022 to March 2023 (with possibility of extension)
Salary: $32.18 per hour, plus benefits, 21 hours per week 

Parkdale Project Read (PPR) is an inclusive and culturally diverse community literacy program and non-profit registered charitable organization. PPR provides access to learning from a social justice perspective by offering free literacy services in a supportive community. We work with English-speaking youth and adults to develop their reading, writing, basic math or computer skills. We are dedicated to creating a safe and accessible learning environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to learning. 

We are seeking a candidate to work cooperatively as a member of PPR’s four-person Collective Leadership Team, sharing program management and administrative responsibilities involved in daily operations. This person will be responsible for leading PPR’s grant writing and fundraising initiatives (with support from the Board of Directors and other Collective members); overseeing financial administrative tasks (with support from the Office Administrative Assistant and Bookkeeper); and developing Financial Literacy programs for adult learners.

Responsibilities
Fundraising / Donor Relations

• Research and update information on sources of funding aligned with organizational priorities
• Lead grant writing activities and processes, in collaboration with the Collective and Board
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies in coordination with the Collective and Board
• Oversee grant budgets and complete grant reporting requirements
• Coordinate fundraising events and campaigns in collaboration with the Fundraising Committee 
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, community and project partners

Financial/General Administration 

• Ensure organizational financial controls/systems are in place to effectively carry out fiscal reporting and other requirements
• Track monthly revenue/expenses with support from the Bookkeeper and Office Administrative Assistant
• Prepare for the annual audit, with support from the Bookkeeper
• Maintain communication with different Service Providers with support from the Office Administrative Assistant
• Represent staff collective at Finance Committee meetings

Literacy Program Development and Delivery 

• Develop Financial Literacy programming for adult learners
• Co-facilitate these programs and coordinate guest speakers

We are looking for a candidate with:

• Education and/or experience in Adult Education/Community Literacy and/or Non-Profit Management
• At least 3-to-5 years experience in community-based, not-for-profit sector
• Commitment to working from a critical and active anti-oppression and social justice framework
• Demonstrated understanding of best practices in fundraising and fund development
• Strong communication skills, including written, interpersonal, and verbal
• Skills to motivate Fundraising Committee members and other volunteers
• Demonstrated experience in effective grant writing, fundraising and donor relations
• Experience in evaluating fundraising campaigns to determine marketing effectiveness
• Experience in tracking funds received from donors and analyzing the data
• Excellent computer skills with a high level of proficiency with Google apps, Dropbox, Microsoft Office suite, and social media platforms; knowledge of Zoom, Mailchimp, Canada Helps, is an asset 
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills  
• Experience working in collectives and/or highly collaborative workplaces
• Ability to deal with competing demands, prioritizing tasks and seeking guidance, with demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and as a team leader
• Availability to attend evening meetings

COVID-19 Notice

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, PPR’s in-person programming is currently on hold. We continue to support learners via phone calls, mail outs, remote group learning opportunities, and in-person meetings. PPR follows a Health & Safety policy in accordance with municipal and provincial health and safety directives, including masking and physical distancing. This position will involve both working remotely and on-site at our learning centre. The hiring process will be conducted as a Zoom meeting.

Application Process

Please submit your cover letter and resume to the Hiring Committee by email only and quote: Collective Staff Management Team in the subject line.

Parkdale Project Read is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from equity-seeking groups. We aim to foster a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Due to the number of applications we receive, we can only contact those selected for an interview.

EMAIL: hiring@parkdaleprojectread.org
NEW DEADLINE:
Applications are due by Friday January 21, 2022 at 5:00 PM (EST)