Development Associate

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Development Associate

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Job description

The Necessary Angel Theatre Company is seeking a detail-oriented and passionate Development Associate to join our team on a part-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancement of one of English Canada’s most vital and risk-taking theatre companies. The Development Associate will play a key support role in sustaining and growing the company’s fundraising initiatives, helping ensure our continued success in producing bold, original work.As Development Associate, you will support all aspects of Necessary Angel’s development efforts, including donor relations, database management, grant tracking, campaign assistance, and event support. You will help maintain and grow meaningful relationships with donors, funders, and community stakeholders while keeping fundraising operations running smoothly.Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain donor database, ensuring accuracy of gift records and prompt acknowledgment of contributions
• Draft and coordinate donor communications such as thank-you letters, e-blasts, and appeal letters
• Support grant application tracking and assist in preparing proposals and final reports
• Help plan and execute fundraising campaigns and donor cultivation events
• Research new funding opportunities, including corporate sponsors, foundations, and major donors
• Assist in developing and maintaining development collateral and marketing materials
• Participate in weekly check-ins and staff meetings as required
• Provide general administrative support to the Development and Artistic leadership

Position Details

• Part-time position
• 15 hours per week with flexible scheduling (some remote work possible)
• Occasional evenings or weekends for donor events may be required
• Reports to the Development Director (or Artistic Director if applicable)

Application ProcessTo apply, please send the following to [email protected] with the subject line: Development Associate Application:

• A short cover letter expressing your interest in the role and in Necessary Angel
• Your resume
• (Optional) A brief writing sample (e.g. donor communication, grant excerpt)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged.Necessary Angel Theatre Company is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from communities underrepresented in the arts. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment that reflects the vibrancy of the communities we serve.

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Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 05:22:00 GMT

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