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Director of Development

National Council of Jewish Women of Canada, Toronto 890 Sheppard Avenue West, Toronto ON

The National Council of Jewish Women of Canada, Toronto

Director of Development

April 2026

Position Summary

NCJWC Toronto is looking for a skilled and passionate leader who can help us build for the future. The Director of Development is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing an integrated fundraising and development strategy that supports both local (Toronto) and on occasion, national initiatives. Working under the supervision of the Executive Director and working with the NCJWC Toronto leadership team, the Director of Development will help to build and sustain a culture that enhances NCJWC Toronto’s capacity to achieve its mission of social justice, and community service and strengthen NCJWC Toronto’s financial growth. This is a full time, hybrid position and will focus on relationship building, donor cultivation, stewardship, solicitation and long-term growth.

This role is ideal for someone who sees themself as an agent of change and growth. The successful candidate is a people person and believes in the capacity of Jewish women to make a difference in bettering their community. They are a natural ‘connector’ and thrives on relationship building and in seeing opportunities to bring donor support to both established and new programs. This role is ideal for a fundraising professional who seeks flexibility and wants a leadership role, executive partnership and has a diverse set up skills to enhance the work of a small but thriving organization.

About The National Council of Jewish Women of Canada, Toronto

NCJWC Toronto is a women’s volunteer organization that has been a catalyst for social change since 1897. We are responsible for a myriad of social programs that benefit community focussing upon such issues as women’s health and wellbeing, addressing the needs of children, supporting the vulnerable, and fighting hatred and antisemitism. For more information about our us go to: www.ncjwctoronto.org. NCJWC Toronto is affiliated with our national parent organization NCJWC.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fundraising Strategy and Leadership

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive, integrated fundraising plan that supports programs in Toronto and aligns with national initiatives as required.
  • Provide advice and guidance from time to time to NCJWC Sections across Canada.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director and Board to set annual and multi-year revenue targets.
  • Build and manage a portfolio of donors and prospects at both the national and local levels.
  • Represent NCJWC Toronto in the absence of the Executive Director or as required.

2. Major Gifts and Philanthropic Partnerships

  • Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
  • Develop customized engagement strategies for high potential donors.
  • Work with the ED and volunteer leaders to advance NCJWC Toronto’s profile among current and prospective funders.
  • Support the ED and President in donor meetings and solicitation and stewardship activities.

3. Campaign Management and Grant Development

  • Plan and execute Toronto fundraising initiatives, including campaigns, and special events.
  • Work with the Director of Communications to develop messaging and materials that ensure consistency in branding and messaging.
  • Research and prepare grant proposals, reports, and funding applications.
  • Collaborate with staff to articulate funding needs and demonstrate impact through data and storytelling.

4. Donor Stewardship, Data, and Systems Management

  • Oversee a donor management system (CRM) for both NCJWC Toronto and provide occasional guidance to the National organization (NCJWC).
  • Establish and maintain consistent donor tracking, reporting, receipting and recognition protocols.
  • Produce regular fundraising reports and analytics for the ED and as required.
  • Ensure donor communications, acknowledgements, and materials reflect organizational mission and values.

5. Collaboration and Internal Alignment

  • Work collaboratively with the ED, National and Toronto Boards, and Section leaders to ensure cohesive messaging and donor engagement across the organization.
  • Participate in organizational planning sessions and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Support the integration of fundraising with communications and program priorities.

6. Leadership Support and Representation

  • Provide professional expertise and recommendations to leadership on philanthropy trends, donor engagement strategies, and funding diversification.
  • Represent the organization at donor meetings, community events, and sector gatherings as appropriate.
  • Support the ED and President in maintaining relationships with key stakeholders within the Jewish community and broader nonprofit ecosystem.

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of progressive fundraising and development experience in a nonprofit setting.
  • Strong experience with CRM systems, donor segmentation, and data-driven fundraising.
  • Proven success in major gifts, campaign management, and strategic fundraising planning.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute complex, multi-stakeholder fundraising initiatives.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively.
  • Familiarity with the Toronto and Canadian Jewish community and communal infrastructure.
  • Commitment to NCJWC’s mission and values.
  • Bachelor’s degree required (minimum).

Additional Assets (Desirable but not mandatory)

  • CFRE membership
  • Relevant advanced degree

Core Competencies

  • Strategic and analytical thinking
  • Organized and action oriented
  • Relationship-building and donor cultivation
  • Communication skill
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Project and campaign management
  • Accountability and transparency
  • Ability to multitask
  • Enthusiastic

Salary Range and Compensation Package

  • $100,000- $110,000; commensurate with experience.
  • Includes three weeks of paid vacation plus statutory holidays.
  • NCJWC Toronto offices are closed on all Jewish holy days (yom tov) and we support early office closure on Friday to observe the Jewish Sabbath (Shabbat).
  • NCJWC Toronto is committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and creating a work environment where everyone is respected and included. We welcome applications of all faiths and backgrounds, sexual orientation, gender identities, races and ages.

 

Deadline for Application: May 25, 2026 at 4 p.m. Interviews will take place in early June, 2026. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Please include a covering letter explaining why this job is a great fit for you and your resume.

For more information please contact:

Robin Gofine, Executive Director, NCJWC Toronto- rgofine @ncjwctoronto.org