Community Giving Manager
Full-time, Temporary (18-Month Parental Leave Coverage)

The North Grove is committed to building an equitable and diverse team that is reflective, at all levels, of the community we serve. We welcome all applications; however, we strongly encourage applications from Mi'kmaq, African Nova Scotian, Black, Indigenous/First Nation, racialized, newcomer, 2SLGBTQIA+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities. All candidates from equity-deserving groups are encouraged to self-identify in their application.
About The North Grove:
The North Grove (www.thenorthgrove.ca) is a dynamic community hub, situated in the diverse community of Dartmouth North. We offer services, programs, and space for people to learn and connect through family support, food, and friendship. We also partner with more than 26 other organizations to help improve health, reduce social isolation and strengthen connections in this community.
The North Grove team is made up of 31 staff. We work with a dedicated Board of Directors, more than 170 community volunteers and more than 2,000 supporters which includes funding partners, corporate and individual donors. Collaboration, creativity, and community-centered decision making are important to us.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are central to our work and as a team we have committed to a DEIB framework that includes ongoing learning opportunities, policy development, and partnership work.
Learn more about our DEIB commitment here: https://www.thenorthgrove.ca/deib
Our approach is rooted in strengths-based practice. This practice sees all members of our community as having resourceful and resilient qualities and strives to support individual self-determination. We seek applicants who share our commitment to working within this model.
The Opportunity:
The Community Giving Manager is responsible for leading the development and implementation of community-based fundraising and engagement opportunities to support the organization's goals and strategic development. This includes managing The North Grove's annual campaigns, donor relations, overseeing corporate volunteer engagement, planning annual events, and collaborating with community partners. They will work to increase donor involvement, awareness, and contributions to ensure the organization's continued growth and community impact.
The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys strategic thinking, has strong interpersonal skills and leadership experience, has a work, educational or volunteer background in fund development and is exceptionally well organized. They have experience running annual campaigns and the ability to effectively build relationships with a variety of partners.
You are curious, creative and nimble, have excellent writing skills, and can't wait to find meaningful ways to connect with and recognize our partners.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional evenings/weekends.
Reporting Structure: The Community Giving Manager will report to the Director of Development & Communications. The Partnership & Events Facilitator reports to this position.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead The North Grove's annual giving campaigns, corporate giving and donor stewardship activities, with the support of the Partnership and Events Facilitator.
• Work in consultation with the Director of Development & Communications to determine grant application strategies and content and lead the preparation of applications and reports on an ongoing basis.
• Collaborate with Communications Specialist and program staff to tell compelling stories, report back to funders, thank supporters and more.
• Assist in the management of Major Gifts through effective tracking, participation in Growing the Grove (Major Gifts committee) and managing emerging major gift relationships.
• Lead the organization of events like our Farm Season Opener, Annual Report to Community, Giving Tuesday Coffee House and more.
• Track progress, analyze data, and report on the impact of community giving initiatives.
• Support ongoing engagement with corporate partners by leading volunteer opportunities.
• As a manager, act as a model of the policies and practices expected of all North Grove employees, providing leadership and support to the team, and taking on the Acting Director of Development and Communications role as needed.
North Grove Community Member:
• Participate in broader activities that support the organization: tours, videos, fundraising opportunities, posting program information, special events, internal committees, etc.
• Support our growing focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
What You Will Bring:
The North Grove is seeking to build a diverse team and values lived experience and non-traditional ways of learning. If you don't meet all the criteria below but you are excited about the job description and believe you bring unique experience and perspective, please apply!
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in fund development
• Experience supervising staff and/or leading teams
• A post-secondary diploma/certificate/degree in a related field or comparable experience
• High degree of skill and comfort with technology, including interest/experience with databases
• Experience working in an environment that demands a high level of detail and excellent organizational skills
• Event planning experience, in an employment or volunteer capacity
• Outgoing personality that thrives on hosting and connecting with people
• Experience working with diverse and vulnerable groups
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team environment
• A sense of fun and a commitment to kindness and empathy
We encourage you to check out our social media platforms and website for more about who we are and the kind of communications we share.
What We Offer:
Staff wellbeing is prioritized, and we provide training opportunities, employer-paid medical/dental benefits from day one, 4% employer-paid RRSP contribution after probation, 4 weeks of paid vacation, all statutory holidays, paid sick time and 4 personal days. A computer is provided as well as a telephone stipend. This position is based in Dartmouth, however there is the opportunity to work up to two days per week from home.
Salary Range: $53,560 to $74,160 annually
The Selection Process - What to Expect:
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview to go over the basics of the position, get a high-level understanding of your experience and answer any questions you may have.
Following the online interviews, a handful of candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at The North Grove, followed by a second round if required. Candidates are encouraged to submit any accommodation requests to the email below.
Everyone who applies for this position will receive an email update from The North Grove within two weeks of the application deadline.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume in one document by email to Naomi Samela, Operations Manager, at [email protected] under the subject line: Application for Community Giving Manager, by Monday May 19th at 9am.