About the Role
The Development Officer is responsible for supporting fundraising, sponsorship, and partnership development efforts that sustain CreativeHub 1352’s programs and operations.
Working closely with the Executive Director, the Development Officer supports individual giving, corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, stewardship activities, and fundraising reporting. The role contributes to strengthening relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners while ensuring accurate tracking and documentation of fundraising activities.
Responsibilities
1. Fundraising & Donor Development
Research and identify prospective individual donors, sponsors, and funding partners.
Support annual giving, leadership giving, and campaign initiatives.
Draft and update sponsorship packages aligned with organizational priorities and program offerings.
Prepare customized sponsorship proposals and funding requests.
Contribute to the development and refinement of the organization’s case for support and fundraising materials.
Assist with grant applications and funding reports.
Prepare donor communications, acknowledgement letters, recognition materials, and impact summaries.
Support stewardship activities, including donor recognition, reporting, engagement touchpoints, and relationship tracking.
Maintain a structured donor pipeline and track fundraising progress against targets.
Track fundraising progress against targets and support pipeline management.
2. Corporate & Community Partnerships
Support relationship management with corporate sponsors and community partners.
Assist in preparing partnership agreements and fulfillment documentation.
Coordinate sponsor benefits, recognition, and reporting to ensure commitments are met.
Monitor and document partnership deliverables and outcomes.
3. Data Management & Reporting
Maintain and update donor and sponsor records in the organization’s database.
Generate fundraising reports to support financial tracking and Board reporting.
Ensure accurate documentation of contributions, pledges, and communications.
Uphold standards of confidentiality and ethical fundraising practices.
4. Communications & Coordination
Collaborate with staff to align fundraising communications with programming initiatives.
Support Board engagement in fundraising efforts.
Assist with coordination of fundraising-related events and activities.
Contribute to internal systems and process improvements related to development operations.
Equity & Access
CreativeHub 1352 is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of our community and from equity-deserving groups. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.
Requirements
Post-secondary education in nonprofit management, arts administration, business, communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
1–3 years of experience in fundraising, sponsorship, nonprofit administration, or related roles.
Strong written communication skills, including proposal and report writing.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Comfort working in a small, collaborative, community-focused organization.
Commitment to arts, culture, heritage, and community development.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Experience working with donor databases/CRMS such as DonorPerfect.
Strong research and documentation skills.
Hours
35 hours/week
Salary
$30/hour
About CreativeHub 1352
CreativeHub 1352 is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing creative people together to strengthen arts, culture, and community in Mississauga. Through collaborations with local partners, we offer a diverse range of year-round programs in the arts, heritage, and environmental stewardship and education, engaging people from across the city and beyond.
Our journey began with the Lakeview Legacy Community Foundation, later known as the Small Arms Society, which led the successful effort in 2008 to save the historic Small Arms Inspection Building (SAIB) from demolition. Since 2018, CreativeHub 1352 has worked with the City of Mississauga to transform this landmark into a vibrant community hub. As the building’s lead tenant and key partner, we continue to expand our programming days each year, bringing our creative vision to life in this unique and historic space.
To Apply
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Meredith Wood, at info@creativehub1352.ca noting the role of interest.