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Bilingual Fundraising Assistant - Eastern

Bilingual Fundraising Assistant - Eastern

JDRFRemote, Montreal Quebec, Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$47,000.00–CA$51,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Remote
Job description

Bilingual Fundraising Assistant - Eastern

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JDRF is the largest non-profit organization in the world that is exclusively focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D). At JDRF, we realize that a cure is not just a destination but a journey. Our goal is to progressively remove the impact of type 1 diabetes (T1D) from people’s lives and funding research into cures is our #1 priority. While we wait for cures, we also fund ground-breaking research that seeks to improve the lives of people with T1D.

If you are looking to make a substantial impact in the lives of the more than 300,000 Canadians living with T1D, now is the time to join our team at JDRF.

We’re currently seeking a Bilingual Fundraising Assistant to join our team. The Fundraising Assistant will drive fundraising revenue through contacting peer-to-peer event participants to recruit, register, confirm participation and share information, having a direct impact on fundraising success in the Eastern region.

In this position, you would have the opportunity to :

  • Contribute to the success of peer-to-peer fundraising events by inspiring, motivating and stewarding past, current and potential participants, primarily through telephone communication
  • Build meaningful connections with donors and volunteers and identify and escalate, to the appropriate team member, potential new and diverse revenue streams (i.e. major gifts, events fundraising, planned-giving, annual giving, corporate partnerships) that further JDRF’s mission
  • Build relationships with local partners to source in-kind sponsorships for fundraising events
  • Using JDRF’s CRM, maintain data integrity by accurately recording interactions and ensuring constituent information is updated
  • Produce, maintain, verify and distribute a range of regular weekly, monthly and annual reports that support fundraising efforts and communications
  • Troubleshoot and support event participants with online fundraising pages
  • Assist with the implementation and follow-up activities for fundraising events including monitoring results, final reports and the recognition and stewardship of donors
  • Provide support tools and communications to volunteer committees as needed
  • Collaborate closely and support the corporate engagement, volunteer / community engagement, and event experience teams to achieve overall event objectives
  • Provide administrative support relating to fundraising programs and events
  • Provide backup customer service support to the general phone line and email inbox when required
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of JDRF’s mission and research strategy.

Qualifications :

  • 1-2 years’ experience in an administrative role with a strong focus on telephone communications; Service-oriented with a professional and personable phone demeanor is required
  • Fluently Bilingual in both French and English
  • College diploma in general administration, Event Planning, fundraising or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office 365; Experience with a CRM database; Experience working with peer-to-peer fundraising software an asset
  • Ability to create reports using excel and / or from a CRM database
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in order to successfully interact with external constituents, staff and volunteers
  • High degree of attention to detail and ability to keep organized with multiple concurrent tasks
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently to achieve required deadlines and targets
  • Ability to handle confidential information with tact and professionalism
  • Flexibility to work some irregular hours, including occasional evenings and weekends as required

    • Location Preference :   Anywhere within Canada

    Salary Range : $47,000-$51,000

    Here’s a few details about what JDRF employees receive :

  • Remote-first : Our employees love the convenience and flexibility of working remotely from a home-office, so all JDRF positions are work from home (within Canada).
  • Health and Wellness Benefits : Benefits to support your physical and mental health – this includes Manulife group benefits, Maple virtual health care, Not Myself Today to support mentally healthy workplaces and generous paid sick time.
  • Professional Development : We want JDRF employees to grow within their roles and have a career at JDRF, so we practice Career Development Planning and have a budget for paid development opportunities for each employee.
  • Other benefits include : Group RRSP Matching Program, winter holiday office closures, flex weeks in the summer and more!

    • Benefits listed above for regular full-time employees. Not all benefits may be available to part-time or temporary employees.

    About JDRF

    JDRF is the largest non-profit organization in the world that is exclusively focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D). At JDRF, we realize that a cure is not just a destination but a journey. Our goal is to progressively remove the impact of type 1 diabetes (T1D) from people’s lives and funding research into cures is our #1 priority. While we wait for cures, we also fund ground-breaking research that seeks to improve the lives of people with T1D.

    JDRF Canada has a company culture rooted in our Core Values of Respect, Understanding and Integrity; Perseverance; Collaboration; Risk Taking and Entrepreneurship; and Efficiency, Effectiveness and Accountability – if our core values are exemplified in the way that you work, we might be a great fit for each other.

    Application Process Details :

    Please submit your resume through our careers website by February 16, 2024.