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Toronto Wildlife Centre is the only wildlife centre in the Greater Toronto Area and the busiest in Canada. Up to 6,500 wild animals are admitted to the centre each year representing over 300 different species of wildlife.

Dedicated to the rehabilitation of sick, injured and orphaned wildlife, and to educating the public on wildlife-related issues; TWC was the first wildlife centre in Canada with a full veterinary hospital and is the only one with a dedicated Wildlife Rescue Program. Approximately 40,000 phone calls from the public are handled each year through TWC’s Wildlife Hotline.

As a registered charity, TWC relies primarily on donations from members of the public and like-minded organizations. Staff work in all areas of the centre from wildlife care to IT support.

Development Manager

Status: Full-Time (40 hours per week), Permanent

Location: Currently based at Downsview Park (North York), with plans to relocate to Rouge National Urban Park (Scarborough)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation: $80,000-$92,000 annual salary, plus benefits

Position Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Development Manager at Toronto Wildlife Centre (TWC) is responsible for the planning, oversight, and continued development of our fundraising programs, which secure the resources needed to care for thousands of sick, injured and orphaned wild animals each year and help people and wildlife thrive together.

Qualifications

 

Education and experience

  • Post-secondary education in fundraising, nonprofit management, communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of fundraising experience, including managing donor relationships; non-profit experience is an asset.
  • Minimum 5 years of management experience, preferably with responsibility for a team consisting of both staff and volunteers.
  • Knowledge of or experience working in wildlife /environmental conservation or animal welfare is an asset.

 

Skills and abilities

  • Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with donors, colleagues and external partners.
  • Strong judgment and problem-solving skills, including the ability to navigate complex or sensitive situations.
  • Comfortable working with fundraising data, budgets and performance metrics.
  • Proficiency with donor databases/CRMs and standard office software.

Working Conditions

 

  • Hybrid work model, with the option to work remotely on select days.
  • Some flexibility in working hours may be required during fundraising campaigns, events and other busy periods.
  • Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for donor events and other fundraising activities.
  • Work takes place in a wildlife hospital environment and may involve exposure to animals, animal-related sounds and odours.

Key Responsibilities

 

Fundraising planning and management

  • Work with the Executive Director to develop annual fundraising strategies, plans and revenue projections.
  • Evaluate fundraising performance and adjust plans and priorities as needed.
  • Plan and oversee TWC’s individual giving program, including monthly giving, legacy, third-party and in-kind giving through direct mail, online campaigns and other channels.
  • Provide direction to the grants team in securing foundation, corporate and government funding.
  • Develop a coordinated approach to donor stewardship and recognition across all fundraising streams.
  • Manage and steward a portfolio of select major donors.
  • Work with the Communications team to coordinate fundraising and donor communications and identify marketing opportunities.

 

Fundraising team management

  • Manage fundraising staff and volunteers across the donor relations and grants teams, establishing clear responsibilities and expectations.
  • Support staff in setting goals, developing their skills and growing in their roles through regular feedback and professional development.
  • Lead recruitment, onboarding and performance management, with support from the Assistant Development Manager and HR as appropriate.
  • Provide guidance and support in addressing challenging donor questions, situations and other issues that arise.

 

Other responsibilities

  • Assist in planning fundraising and donor engagement events, and assign responsibilities to fundraising staff as appropriate.
  • Foster a culture of philanthropy across the organization.
  • Take on other responsibilities as new fundraising opportunities arise, as assigned by the Executive Director.

How to Apply

 

Send cover letter and resume to [email protected] , with the subject line “Development Manager”.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about contributing to our mission.

Applicants requiring accommodations during the recruitment process are encouraged to include details in their application or contact us directly at [email protected].

Toronto Wildlife Centre does not use artificial intelligence or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.

As a registered charity, TWC pursues wage subsidy funding opportunities whenever available to support employment and organizational programming. Because eligibility requirements vary by funding program, candidates may be asked to complete a brief survey to determine eligibility. Eligibility may be considered alongside qualifications, experience, and organizational needs during the selection process.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! You can also learn about our volunteer opportunities here.