Fund Development Researcher

PROGRAM:			Fund Development
POSITION TYPE 		Volunteer
HOURS OF DEDICATION:	3 hours per week plus monthly 1.5 Fund Development Committee meeting; occasional evening and weekend time will be required throughout the calendar year, particularly during the THIRD ACTion film festival in the month of June.

POSITION SUMMARY:	This position will support the Fund Development team’s fund development research, data recording, data reporting and administrative functions. This individual must be detail oriented and goal driven. A streak of creativity and a dash of enthusiasm working with others makes you an ideal candidate.

REPORTS TO:		Fund Development Coordinator

RESPONSIBILITIES
•	Works closely with and provides weekly database updates to Fund Development Coordinator for opportunity follow-ups.
•	Participate in THIRD ACTion’s annual fund development operational plan deliverables.
•	Take initiative to research, identify and apply for fund development opportunities that are aligned with THIRD ACTion’s mission, vision and values.
•	Work with the internet, publications, and social media platforms such as LinkedIn to research potential sponsors and donors.
•	Track research results in data-base systems and provide monthly reporting (prior to monthly Board Meeting) to support the achievement of fund development targets.
•	Accountable for tracking donor relations including stewardship.
•	Participate in THIRD ACTion fundraising events throughout the year in a professional manner that fosters positive experiences with our donors.
•	Organize donor/sponsor data, documentation and reporting.
•	Track event and external relationships (vendors, donors, sponsors, etc.) in CiviCRM.
•	Assist with identifying environmental trends, gathering data from target markets and bringing forward recommendations.
•	Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
•	Post-secondary Degree or College Diploma (Business Administration or Project Management).
•	Minimum of combined 1 year experience in research and/or data mining.
•	Strong project management and analytical skills.
•	Strong research skills.
•	Strong administrative skills with a high attention to detail.
•	Ability to exercise good judgement, discretion, confidentiality and professionalism.
•	Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.
•	Good communication skills coupled with the ability to interact within all levels of staff and volunteers.
•	Demonstrated competence in verbal, written and computer-based communication styles.
•	Excellent computer skills including Google (Sheets, Mail and Docs), Zoom, database systems (experience with civiCRM or SalesForce or monday.com would be considered an asset).

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
•	Ability to contribute positively to their team, workplace, environment and culture.
•	High level of initiative and self-motivation.
•	Action oriented and committed to excellence.
•	Sound judgement and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•	Self-awareness and self-management.
•	Flexible and adaptable.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
•	Successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive to and from events.

If you like film, want to work in a fun creative environment with a great team, email execdir@thirdactionfilmfest.ca