Development Manager (Ahuntsic-Cartierville)

Development Manager Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid, 2 days per week)

Employment type: Full Time (4 days a week), Contract

Salary: $75,000 – $90,000, based on qualifications and experience

About us The National Association of Women and the Law (NAWL) is an award-winning organization dedicated to advancing women’s rights in Canada through feminist law reform advocacy. Since its creation over 50 years ago, NAWL has contributed to major milestones for gender equality, including in the areas of criminal, family, health and constitutional law.

Job summary The Development Manager reports to NAWL’s Executive Director and supports the implementation of NAWL’s fundraising strategy, with a key responsibility of leading the planning and delivery of a major annual fundraising event.

The ideal candidate brings solid experience in non-profit fundraising, with a demonstrated ability to identify and pursue funding opportunities, support donor engagement and stewardship, contribute to fundraising initiatives, and help diversify revenue streams.

This is a full-time contract position, expected to begin in June or July 2026 and run until March 31, 2027, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver a key annual fundraising event, including sponsorship development and coordination

Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including grants, sponsorships, and other revenue streams

Draft and coordinate grant applications, and support reporting and compliance

Support the Executive Director in cultivating and maintaining relationships with donors and partners

Contribute to donor stewardship activities, communications, and fundraising campaigns

Track fundraising activities and maintain accurate donor records in DonorPerfect

Support major gift efforts, including preparing materials and coordinating meetings

Provide regular updates and contribute to reporting, including the annual impact report

Other duties as assigned.

Skills and qualifications

A relevant post-secondary degree (e.g., Business, Non-profit management, Communications), or an equivalent combination of education and experience

A minimum of five (5) years of relevant skilled experience, including demonstrated success in cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors and partners

Proven ability to plan, lead, and execute fundraising initiatives or events independently, from strategy through to delivery

Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and deliver results

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a small, dynamic team environment

Excellent writing skills in at least one official language

Experience using donor management and fundraising platforms (e.g., DonorPerfect)

Familiarity with feminist issues and the social justice or non-profit sector an asset

Work environment and work conditions

You must be based in, or willing to relocate to, the Ottawa region.

You will be expected to work in-person at NAWL’s Ottawa office two days per week.

You may occasionally have to work outside of normal work hours (for example, evening meetings or events, weekend staff retreat).

You may have to travel within Canada.

Why Work for Us

As a feminist employer, NAWL offers a 4-day workweek and flexible work hours.

Competitive paid vacation package.

You will directly contribute to advancing women’s rights and gender equality in Canada.

Equal opportunity NAWL values the unique skills and experience each individual has to offer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible organization. We are committed to providing barrier‑free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation to participate fully in our recruitment processes, please let us know when we contact you.

NAWL is an equal‑opportunity employer seeking to live its values in all we do. We are committed to taking proactive steps to provide and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strongly encourage qualified candidates from Indigenous, Black, and other racialized persons, 2SLGBTQI+ people, individuals with disabilities, and other members of marginalized communities to consider working with and for NAWL. We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications, and therefore we seek to use employment equity to evaluate candidates who meet the required qualifications.

If you are comfortable doing so, you are encouraged to identify yourself as a member of an equity‑deserving group in your cover letter.

Women and gender‑diverse individuals often hesitate to apply when they do not meet 100% of the posted criteria. If you believe you would be a good match, please apply indicating your strengths and opportunities for growth, even if you don’t have every skill we are looking for.

How to apply Please submit your application by June 7, 2026.

Please include:

A cover letter of up to two pages explaining your most relevant experiences and how you meet the requirements for this position. In your cover letter, indicate where you are based and if you are available for an in‑person or online interview.

A complete CV

Two writing samples in English and/or French

Candidates whose applications pass the screening process will be asked to do an evaluation assignment which may take the form of written work or a presentation. Additionally, an interview and reference check will take place.

AI will not be used to screen or assess applicants.

Responsable du développement Lieu : Ottawa (Ontario) — hybride (2 jours par semaine en présentiel)

Type d’emploi : Temps plein (4 jours par semaine), contrat

Salaire : 75 000 $ à 90 000 $, selon les qualifications et l’expérience

À propos de nous : L’Association nationale Femmes et Droit est une organisation à but non lucratif qui promeut les droits des femmes au Canada en contribuant à la réforme féministe du droit. Depuis sa création il y a plus de 50 ans, l’ANFD a contribué à des avancées majeures en matière d’égalité des genres, notamment dans les domaines du droit criminel, du droit de la famille, du droit de la santé et du droit constitutionnel. Son travail a été reconnu par le Prix du leadership de la société civile pour les femmes, la paix et la sécurité du gouvernement du Canada.

Résumé du poste : La responsable du développement relève de la directrice générale de l’ANFD et appuie la mise en œuvre de la stratégie de financement de l’organisation. Elle est notamment responsable de la planification et de la réalisation d’un événement annuel de collecte de fonds.

La personne idéale possède une solide expérience en collecte de fonds dans le secteur sans but lucratif et démontre une capacité à repérer et saisir des occasions de financement, à soutenir l’engagement et la fidélisation des donateurs·rices, à contribuer aux initiatives de financement et à diversifier les sources de revenus.

Il s’agit d’un poste contractuel à temps plein, dont l’entrée en fonction est prévue en juin ou juillet 2026 et qui se terminera le 31 mars 2027, avec possibilité de renouvellement sous réserve du financement.

Responsabilités principales

Planifier et réaliser un événement annuel de collecte de fonds, y compris le développement de commandites et la coordination

Repérer et poursuivre des occasions de financement (subventions, commandites et autres sources de revenus)

Rédiger et coordonner des demandes de subvention et soutenir la production de rapports

Appuyer la directrice générale dans le développement et le maintien des relations avec les donateurs·rices et partenaires

Contribuer aux activités de fidélisation, aux communications et aux campagnes de collecte de fonds

Assurer le suivi des activités de financement et maintenir à jour les dossiers dans DonorPerfect

Soutenir les démarches de dons majeurs, y compris la préparation de documents et la coordination de rencontres

Fournir des mises à jour régulières et contribuer aux rapports, notamment le rapport annuel

Accomplir toute autre tâche connexe

Compétences et qualifications

Diplôme d’études postsecondaires pertinent ou combinaison équivalente d’études et d’expérience

Minimum de cinq années d’expérience professionnelle pertinente, incluant des réussites démontrées en développement, sollicitation et fidélisation de donateurs·rices et partenaires

Capacité éprouvée à planifier, diriger et réaliser de manière autonome des initiatives ou événements de collecte de fonds, de la stratégie à la mise en œuvre

Excellentes aptitudes organisationnelles, avec capacité à prioriser, gérer plusieurs échéances et atteindre les objectifs

Capacité à travailler de façon autonome et en collaboration au sein d’une petite équipe dynamique

Excellentes compétences rédactionnelles dans au moins une langue officielle

Expérience avec des outils de gestion des dons (ex. : DonorPerfect)

Connaissance des enjeux féministes et du secteur communautaire ou sans but lucratif, un atout

Milieu et conditions de travail

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