Company Description Maisha Children’s Ministry is a not-for-profit organization serving underprivileged children in Uganda, with a focus on unity, love, safe shelter, and education. The ministry works within communities affected by poverty to create stable, nurturing environments where children can grow and learn. Guided by a mission to illuminate the lives of impoverished children, Maisha Children’s Ministry strives to open paths to a brighter future filled with opportunity. The organization is committed to ensuring that every child has the chance to thrive, regardless of background or circumstance. Team members join a compassionate, purpose-driven environment where their work directly impacts children’s lives.
Role Description The Fundraiser is a full-time, on-site role based in North York, ON. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing fundraising activities, including campaigns, events, and donor outreach initiatives to support Maisha Children’s Ministry’s programs in Uganda. Day-to-day tasks include researching and identifying potential donors, cultivating and maintaining relationships with individuals, businesses, and community groups, and preparing compelling proposals, presentations, and impact reports. The Fundraiser will also manage fundraising communications across email, social media, and community channels, maintain donor databases and records, and collaborate with leadership to set fundraising goals and monitor progress. The role involves working closely with program staff to gather stories and data that demonstrate impact and to ensure that fundraising messages are accurate, ethical, and mission-aligned.
Qualifications
- Fundraising and development skills, including experience with donor cultivation, stewardship, and campaign management.
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with skill in crafting persuasive messages, presentations, and grant proposals.
- Organizational and project management skills to plan events, manage timelines, and coordinate multiple fundraising activities.
- Relationship-building and networking skills to engage community organizations, faith groups, businesses, and individual supporters.
- Basic data management and computer skills, including use of donor databases, spreadsheets, and standard office software.
- Experience or interest in non-profit or charitable work, especially in child-focused or international development contexts.
- Ability to work on-site in North York, ON, collaborate with a small team, and occasionally support evening or weekend events.
- Diploma or degree in fundraising, nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
