Position Summary

The Partnership & Development Manager strengthens DESTA’s sustainability by cultivating donor rela tionships, securing grants, and building partnerships that advance the organization’s two pillars: Social Justice, Food & Culture. This role ensures that fundraising and external engagement are directly tied to DESTA’s mission, while maintaining rigorous financial oversight of grants and donor contributions.

Key Responsibilities

Social Justice Pillar

Identify and secure funding for Justice Re-entry programs, emphasizing equity, reintegration, and systemic change.
Build and maintain partnerships with justice-focused organizations, funders, and community allies.
Translate program outcomes into compelling donor reports that highlight measurable impact.

Food & Culture Pillar

Develop donor campaigns that celebrate Black identity, arts, and cultural expression.
Partner with cultural institutions and funders to expand DESTA’s reach and visibility.
Support the Community Programming & Partnership Coordinator in aligning events with donor engagement strategies.

Financial & Grant Management

Track grant budgets, expenditures, and compliance requirements to ensure accountability.
Research and acquire a CRM (client relationship management tool) to track partners and data related to funding
Utilize software such as GrantConnect to assist in identifying new partners
Work with the Office Manager and Programme Directors to align spending with donor agreements.
Prepare financial reports for funders, ensuring transparency and accuracy.
Monitor grant timelines and deliverables, proactively addressing risks or gaps.

Strategic Development & Donor Alignment

Lead grant writing, reporting, and compliance across all pillars.

Create an annual fundraising action plan that covers grants, foundations, corporations and individual donors
Work with the members of the Board of Directors to activate key networks for fundraising and partnerships
Cultivate long-term donor relationships by aligning DESTA’s mission with funder priorities.
Represent DESTA externally at donor meetings, community events, and partnership forums.
Integrate fundraising strategy with financial stewardship to build donor confidence.

Qualifications

3- 5 years in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, or partnership development.
Proven track record in funding research, grant writing, compliance, and financial tracking.
Strong understanding of equity-focused programming and community engagement.
Excellent communication skills; bilingual (English/French) preferred.
Ability to translate program outcomes and financial data into donor-facing narratives.

Impact

By weaving Social Justice & Culture into every donor interaction and demonstrating financial accountability, the Partnership & Development Manager ensures DESTA’s fundraising strategy builds trust, sustains growth, and strengthens community impact.

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