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Position SummaryThe Partnership &amp; 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 &amp; 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 ResponsibilitiesSocial Justice Pillar<ul><li>Identify and secure funding for Justice Re-entry programs, emphasizing equity, reintegration, and systemic change.</li><li>Build and maintain partnerships with justice-focused organizations, funders, and community allies.</li><li>Translate program outcomes into compelling donor reports that highlight measurable impact.</li></ul>Food &amp; Culture Pillar<ul><li>Develop donor campaigns that celebrate Black identity, arts, and cultural expression.</li><li>Partner with cultural institutions and funders to expand DESTA’s reach and visibility.</li><li>Support the Community Programming &amp; Partnership Coordinator in aligning events with donor engagement strategies.</li></ul>Financial &amp; Grant Management<ul><li>Track grant budgets, expenditures, and compliance requirements to ensure accountability.</li><li>Research and acquire a CRM (client relationship management tool) to track partners and data related to funding</li><li>Utilize software such as GrantConnect to assist in identifying new partners</li><li>Work with the Office Manager and Programme Directors to align spending with donor agreements.</li><li>Prepare financial reports for funders, ensuring transparency and accuracy.</li><li>Monitor grant timelines and deliverables, proactively addressing risks or gaps.</li></ul>Strategic Development &amp; Donor AlignmentLead grant writing, reporting, and compliance across all pillars.<ul><li>Create an annual fundraising action plan that covers grants, foundations, corporations and individual donors</li><li>Work with the members of the Board of Directors to activate key networks for fundraising and partnerships</li><li>Cultivate long-term donor relationships by aligning DESTA’s mission with funder priorities.</li><li>Represent DESTA externally at donor meetings, community events, and partnership forums.</li><li>Integrate fundraising strategy with financial stewardship to build donor confidence.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>3- 5 years in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, or partnership development.</li><li>Proven track record in funding research, grant writing, compliance, and financial tracking.</li><li>Strong understanding of equity-focused programming and community engagement.</li><li>Excellent communication skills; bilingual (English/French) preferred.</li><li>Ability to translate program outcomes and financial data into donor-facing narratives.</li></ul>ImpactBy weaving Social Justice &amp; Culture into every donor interaction and demonstrating financial accountability, the Partnership &amp; Development Manager ensures DESTA’s fundraising strategy builds trust, sustains growth, and strengthens community impact.

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