JOB OVERVIEW

About Us
The Lakefield Animal Welfare Society champions the welfare of animals by providing refuge and shelter, facilitating adoptions, promoting education, engaging the community, addressing overpopulation, and delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
The Role
We’re looking for a dynamic and organized individual to help us execute our annual fundraising plan, manage donor relationships, coordinate events, and support key programs. You’ll work closely with the Marketing & Communications Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, Animal Care Manager, and other staff to keep our programs and events running smoothly while fostering strong community connections.
Key Responsibilities
· Carry out LAWS’ annual fundraising plan in collaboration with the Director of Operations and Board of Directors.
· Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners.
· Manage donor database and track fundraising activities.
· Plan and deliver LAWS’ major fundraising events, community activities, and educational programs.
· Act as the primary contact for third-party fundraising events.
· Collaborate with program leads (Adoptions, Foster, Volunteer) to support smooth program operations.
· Provide backup support for adoptions and fosters when needed.
· Assist with reception coverage, donation tracking, and basic administrative tasks.
· Reporting & Administration: Provide high-level monthly reports to the Board on progress toward the annual fundraising plan. Prepare event-specific reports as required. Proficiency with the CanadaHelps Donor Management system is an asset.
Qualifications
· Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, event planning, or program coordination (or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience).
· Post-secondary education or certification in fundraising, non-profit management, project management, volunteer management, or a related field.
· Strong relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills.
· Experience in donor stewardship, sponsorship, and community engagement.
· Proficiency with computers and openness to learning new software (donor database experience is an asset).
· Physically able to work around all species of animals and lift up to 50 lbs.
· Valid G Class driver’s license with a clean record.
Working Conditions
· Flexibility for occasional work required outside of regular shift hours, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays as related to events and programs.
Hybrid work
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Selwyn, O

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