About the Role
This position is created specifically for the 2026 Canada Summer Jobs program. The role will begin on June 1, 2026, and conclude on July 27, 2026, offering 8 weeks of valuable work experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist in designing or producing materials such as posters, newsletters, and invitations to promote, market, or advertise fundraising events.
- Assist in developing and implementing fundraising activities, including annual giving campaigns and direct mail programs.
- Assist in planning and directing special events for fundraising, such as the Staff Bowling Tournament, Christmas fundraising event, and Funeral/Estate Planning information event.
- Secure speakers, special guests, and entertainers for fundraising and informational events.
- Assist in writing thank you letters, direct mailing, and promotional material to increase awareness of the cause.
- Compile or develop materials for submission to granting or other funding organizations.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education in progress.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suites.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Ability to collaborate with all staff members.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with essential time management skills.
- Confidentiality and tact are imperative.
- Ability to communicate professionally in person and by phone.
- Strong customer service skills required.
- Must meet eligibility guidelines for the Canada Summer Jobs program.
- Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
Skills
- MS Office Suites
- Organizational skills
- Prioritization
- Meeting deadlines
- Teamwork
- Working under pressure
- Detail orientation
- Time management
- Confidentiality
- Tact
- Professional communication (in person and by phone)
- Customer service
- Fundraising courses or similarly related programs (preferred)
Location
- Toronto
Work Type
- Full-time
- Summer employment
Experience Level
- Entry-level
Education Level
- Post-secondary education in progress
Salary/Compensations
- $17.60/hour
Benefits
- Gain quality work experience
- Develop and improve skills
- Access the labour market more easily
About the Company
- Shepherd Village is Toronto’s largest not-for-profit senior community, dedicated to the well-being of seniors since 1961.
- Committed to meeting the changing physical, spiritual, and social needs of seniors through quality care and compassionate service.
- Everything offered is designed to enhance the quality of life and peace-of-mind of residents, and their family and friends.
Equal Opportunity
- We are committed to accessibility in the candidate application and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements of the vacant position. Applicants are asked to please make their accommodation requirements known when contacted.
