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***Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only***Assignment Type: Canadian International VolunteerAssignment ID: VA-107253Assignment Title: Research Capacity Development AdvisorPartner: King Hussein FoundationCountry: JordanDuration: 4 to 6 months (flexible)Time Commitment: Full time<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about advancing research excellence and empowering academic communities? Join King Hussein Foundation&nbsp;in shaping the future of research through impactful training and innovative methodologies. Be part of their dynamic initiative driving capacity development in higher education and research institutions.Apply today to have an impact on inclusion, equality, and empowerment in Jordan!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Integrate emerging trends in research methodologies, digital scholarship, and policy development into training content to ensure relevance and alignment with current best practices</li><li>Design and deliver engaging, interactive training materials, including presentations, guides, toolkits, case studies, and digital learning resources</li><li>Develop, update, and customize training modules tailored to the specific needs of the research team</li><li>Facilitate practical, hands-on sessions on Artificial Intelligence applications in research, such as data analysis, literature reviews, predictive modeling, and AI-assisted writing</li><li>Advise on and support the development and revision of institutional research policies and procedures, including those related to ethics, data management, and other key areas</li><li>Participate in pre-assignment training</li><li>Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities.</li><li>Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.</li><li>Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.</li></ul><h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field</li><li>Proven experience in training or capacity development in research institutions or academic environments</li><li>Strong knowledge of advanced research methodologies (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods)</li><li>Experience in using AI and digital tools in research</li><li>Familiarity with institutional research policies, ethics, and governance frameworks</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse learner groups</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivits</li><li>Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset</li><li>Experience living and working internationally considered an asset</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English.</li></ul><h2>Project Description</h2>Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.<h2>Partner Description</h2>The King Hussein Foundation was founded in 1999 by Her Majesty Queen Noor to give enduring life to His Majesty King Hussein’s humanitarian vision and legacy by fostering equitable access for Jordanian and regional citizens to socio-economic, educational, health, and cultural opportunities for women, youth, and the marginalized to enable them to contribute meaningfully to national and regional development. The Foundation was built, in part, on the best practice sustainable development initiatives of the Noor Al Hussein Foundation which originated in the early 1980s.Our programs have advanced development thinking in the region, through pioneering programs in poverty eradication, women’s empowerment, refugee and trauma support, education, microfinance, family health, and cross-cultural exchange providing training and capacity-building expertise across Jordan and in the MENA and West Asian Regions.<h2>Support Package</h2><ul><li>Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from the WUSC Country Team while on assignment</li><li>Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers</li><li>In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment</li><li>Language training in country of assignment, where required</li><li>Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance</li><li>Airfare to and from the assignment country</li><li>Visa/work permit</li><li>Pre-departure medical exam</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vaccinations and antimalarial medication</li><li>Criminal record verification</li><li>Vacation leave entitlement</li><li>Debriefing after completion of assignment</li><li>An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!</li></ul>

World University Service of Canada (WUSC)

Research Capacity Development Advisor | Jordan | Volunteer Internationally 

***Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only***Assignment Type: Canadian International Volunteer&nbsp;Assignment ID: VA-107236Assignment Title: Curriculum Development AdvisorPartner: King Hussein FoundationCountry: JordanDuration: 4 to 6 months (flexible)Time Commitment: Full time<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about increasing equitable access for women, youth and marginalized groups to economic, education, health and cultural opportunities globally? Do you have monitoring and evaluation skills and experience to contribute?As the Curriculum Development Advisor with the King Hussein Foundation in Amman, Jordan, your work will directly contribute to building a more equitable and excellent education system that unlocks student potential and drives long-term national innovation.Apply today to have an impact in Inclusion, equality, and empowerment in Jordan!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Transform existing educational content into structured, high-quality professional learning modules tailored for trainers of gifted and high-potential learners</li><li>Repurpose and align existing resources—such as differentiated math tasks, interdisciplinary STEAM projects, inquiry-based science modules, and creative problem-solving activities—into coherent, scalable training packages</li><li>Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy, innovation, and relevance</li><li>Design curriculum frameworks and instructional materials that align with the best international practices and local educational needs</li><li>Utilize technology-enhanced learning tools and digital platforms to optimize content delivery and trainer engagement</li><li>Provide training and support to facilitators and trainers to ensure consistent implementation and delivery of developed programs</li><li>Integrate principles of gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) throughout all content and pedagogical approaches to ensure equitable access and engagement for all learners and educators</li><li>Adopt and promote environmentally sustainable practices in all operations, prioritizing digital distribution, reducing resource waste, and incorporating principles of environmental sustainability into relevant curriculum content.</li><li>Participate in pre-assignment training</li><li>Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities.</li><li>Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.</li><li>Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.</li></ul><h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Education; Instruction, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)</li><li>A minimum of five years of relevant experience in curriculum design or educational program development is required, with a preferred focus on gifted education and high-ability learners</li><li>Proven knowledge and application of global curriculum models such as:</li><li>Universal Design for Learning (UDL)</li><li>Differentiated Instruction</li><li>Inquiry-Based Learning</li><li>Project-Based Learning</li><li>Excellent research, writing, and instructional design skills</li><li>Proficiency in digital tools for education (e.g., LMS platforms, interactive content creation software)</li><li>Evidence-based frameworks for teacher training</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity</li><li>Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset</li><li>Experience living and working internationally considered an asset</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English.</li></ul><h2>Project Description</h2>Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.<h2>Partner Description</h2>The King Hussein Foundation was founded in 1999 by Her Majesty Queen Noor to give enduring life to His Majesty King Hussein’s humanitarian vision and legacy by fostering equitable access for Jordanian and regional citizens to socio-economic, educational, health, and cultural opportunities for women, youth, and the marginalized to enable them to contribute meaningfully to national and regional development. The Foundation was built, in part, on the best practice sustainable development initiatives of the Noor Al Hussein Foundation which originated in the early 1980s.Our programs have advanced development thinking in the region, through pioneering programs in poverty eradication, women’s empowerment, refugee and trauma support, education, microfinance, family health, and cross-cultural exchange providing training and capacity-building expertise across Jordan and in the MENA and West Asian Regions.<h2>Support Package</h2><ul><li>Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from the WUSC Country Team while on assignment</li><li>Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers</li><li>In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment</li><li>Language training in country of assignment, where required</li><li>Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance</li><li>Airfare to and from the assignment country</li><li>Visa/work permit</li><li>Pre-departure medical exam</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vaccinations and antimalarial medication</li><li>Criminal record verification</li><li>Vacation leave entitlement</li><li>Debriefing after completion of assignment</li><li>An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!</li></ul>

Curriculum Development Advisor | Jordan  |Volunteer Internationally 

<h2>Summary</h2><ul><li>Job Title: Bingo Volunteer</li><li>Location: Windsor</li><li>Employment Type: Volunteer</li></ul><h2>About us</h2>Autism Ontario is dedicated to providing support and resources for individuals with autism and their families. We strive to create a supportive community through advocacy, education, and awareness initiatives.<h2>What you will do</h2><ul><li>Assist in organizing and managing bingo events.</li><li>Engage with participants to ensure a positive experience.</li><li>Help with setting up and cleaning up the event space.</li><li>Provide support to staff and other volunteers during events.</li></ul><h2>What we are looking for</h2><ul><li>Required: Strong communication skills.</li><li>Required: Ability to work in a team environment.</li><li>Optional: Previous experience in event management or volunteering.</li></ul><h2>Why join us?</h2><ul><li>Gain valuable volunteer experience in a supportive environment.</li><li>Make a meaningful impact in the community.</li><li>Flexible volunteer hours to suit your schedule.</li></ul><h2>Our Hiring process</h2><ul><li>Submit your application.</li><li>Attend a virtual interview with our coordinator.</li><li>Complete a 50-minute virtual volunteer onboarding session.</li></ul><h2>Place of work / Location</h2><ul><li>Windsor, Ontario, Canada</li></ul><h2>How to apply for this job</h2>Please submit your application by carefully following the instructions in this job posting.

Autism Ontario

Bingo Volunteer - Windsor

Are you a creative student who loves to write? We’re looking for students in Grades 8–12 to share their opinions and experiences on topics that matter — through engaging, authentic blog posts for the <a href="https://blog.ripplefoundation.ca/" target="_blank">Wave Blog</a>.Your role and responsibility are to:<ul><li>Write blog posts that are personal and authentic, reflecting your opinions and experience, but relevant to other students as well</li><li>Create original content in liaison with our publisher and editor</li><li>Write and edit concisely for clarity and accuracy</li><li>Share the blog using your own personal social media accounts</li><li>Suggest keywords for your post</li></ul>Here’s what we’re looking for:<ul><li>You are insightful, creative, and love to inspire others</li><li>You possess excellent communication and written English skills, including grammar and spelling</li><li>You pay attention to detail</li><li>You have exceptional organizational skills</li><li>You can commit to deadlines</li><li>Experience in WordPress is an asset</li></ul>Posts on our blog must fit one of the following categories:<ul><li>Tips &amp; Advice:&nbsp;Share insights and guidance based on your own experiences to inspire and help others.</li><li>Lived Experience:&nbsp;Reflect on a personal event or life-changing moment that shaped you.</li><li>Books &amp; Movies:&nbsp;Review, compare, or recommend books and movies that made an impact on you.</li><li>Creative Writing:&nbsp;Share writing tips, inspiration, or anything related to the craft of storytelling.</li><li>Ripples of Thoughts:&nbsp;Express your personal reflections, opinions, and unique perspectives.</li></ul>You can earn up to 5 volunteer hours per blog – this includes the writing deadline and any required revisions while working with our publisher and editor to finalize your piece.

Ripple Foundation

Student Blogger

JOB POSTING: Manager of Shelter in Community&nbsp;Full-Time Management Role, 18-month Contract with possibility of extension 35 hours weekly&nbsp;Sunday to Thursday or&nbsp;Tuesday to Saturday (variable weekly schedule of days and hours to be determined to support this 24/7 operation) &nbsp;THE ORGANIZATION AND THE PROGRAM:&nbsp;Warden Woods Community Centre is, first and foremost, a neighbourhood centre,&nbsp;empowering neighbours to work together to meet local challenges and create shared approaches to building community.&nbsp; We have been working collaboratively to support the needs and interests of local communities in Southwest Scarborough since 1970. As a multi-service charitable organization, we provide essential supports like assisted living, daycare and meal programs, while also supporting caring, compassionate, just and interdependent community life for all.&nbsp;Our organization has been offering emergency shelter services since 2017. The current shelter program is a 45-bed mixed adult program in a motel-style site. Our move to an 80-bed purposerenovated site is planned for early 2027.&nbsp;We will approach new shelter operations at the new site in the same way we approach all of our operations- with a spirit of collaboration, and with a focus on respectful relationship-building. A peaceful, safe and harmonious neighbourhood is good for everyone, from long-time local residents to the residents who have found themselves in need of emergency shelter.&nbsp;The Manager of Shelter in Community is responsible for running a high-quality shelter program that exemplifies the mission of our neighbourhood centre- to build a caring, compassionate, just and interdependent community for all. &nbsp;ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead the delivery of a dignified, clean, compliant shelter program that goes beyond transactional service delivery to develop a peaceful, safe and harmonious community. </li><li>Create a community within the shelter by fostering meaningful relationships, increasing connections, building a peaceful, safe and healing environment focused on resident needs and interests, exploring and implementing innovative strategies for shelter operations. </li><li>Lead the delivery of a neighbourhood-based shelter program that exemplifies the mission, vision, and values of a multi-service neighbourhood centre. </li><li>Lead the on-going development of a functional relationship between the shelter with the surrounding community and work to integrate shelter residents as valuable members of a neighbourhood and community. </li><li>Lead the development of meaningful programming, activities, services, events, and opportunities for residents to engage with each other and with staff. </li><li>Lead a shelter program that meets or exceeds shelter standards, demonstrating and articulating a clear community-based approach that is aligned with organizational values across departments and programs. </li><li>Work in close collaboration with staff and residents, modelling and encouraging visible, approachable, and honest leadership. </li><li>Demonstrate Anti-Oppressive, Anti-Racist values and creativity in shelter design and delivery, and in the on-going development of shelter staff members. </li><li>Be a courageous advocate for shelter residents and inclusive neighbourhoods, guiding staff members to build and teach effective advocacy and self-advocacy skills. </li><li>Build effective, mutually beneficial partnerships to bring relevant and innovative opportunities to shelter residents year-round. </li><li>Be attentive to the state of our city and understand systemic oppression as at relates to shelter and housing for all; lead advocacy efforts accordingly. </li><li>Model seasoned expertise in crisis and conflict management and mentor the shelter team to be community leaders in these areas. </li><li>Supervise a team of supervisors (6-12) and front-line staff (35-60) and oversee effective training and development for teams and individuals (including ensuring all staff are trained effectively and are developing their skills and approach progressively throughout their tenure with the organization). </li><li>Provide hands-on support during high demand periods. </li><li>Oversee program-specific policy and procedures development and improvements, and oversee inspection preparation (IPAC, Harm Reduction, Quality Assurance). </li><li>Lead clear communications and accountability across all teams regarding policies, procedures, inspections, reporting and safety checks. </li><li>Oversee all required documenting, reporting, stats keeping and record keeping related to the shelter program. </li><li>Oversee program spending and collaborate on program budgeting including the development of applications for project funding. </li><li>Plan and implement effective mechanisms to evaluate program impact involving residents, staff and partners, and work towards consistently improving the program model and its delivery. </li><li>Build and maintain effective relationships with funders, elected officials, municipal departments, neighbours, organizational partners and all parties involved in shelter operations. </li><li>Pursue and contribute to new funding opportunities for creative programs and projects that benefit the shelter program and its residents. </li><li>Oversee mutually beneficial Volunteer and Student engagement within the shelter program. </li><li>Support cross-departmental collaboration as an organizational leader and contribute with enthusiasm to WWCC organizational initiatives. </li><li>Other duties as assigned. &nbsp;</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS:&nbsp;To perform this critical role successfully, the Manager of Shelter in Community must be able to fulfill all essential elements of the job to a high standard and be able to work collaboratively and effectively in an ambitious, passionate environment. &nbsp;Qualifications for this role include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Experienced non-profit program leader with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a lead role with multiple direct staff reports. </li><li>At least 3 years’ experience in an emergency shelter, housing, or 24/7 drop-in program provision, providing emergency and crisis supports for adults in an urban setting. </li><li>At least 3 years’ experience in a unionized workplace, ideally within management. </li><li>A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline is generally required.&nbsp; An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. </li><li>Experienced manager with a proven track record of aligning, motivating and developing diverse teams and roles to deliver high quality programs and services. </li><li>Strong leadership and decision-making skills including the ability to respond to crisis, communicate concisely, think collaboratively, and appropriately assess benefits and risks. </li><li>Strong emotional intelligence and reliable ability to coach, mentor, relate and listen to competing interests for effective short and longer-term problem-solving. </li><li>Solid working knowledge of Toronto Shelter Standards and best practices within the emergency housing sector. </li><li>Demonstrated ability and passion to work from an explicitly Anti-Racist and AntiOppressive framework, and ability to recognize, articulate and respond to the systems of privilege and oppression that are at play within a shelter program. </li><li>Knowledge of Southwest Scarborough communities and infrastructure is an asset. </li><li>Exceptional written, oral and presentation skills in English, exceptionally organized and consistent. </li><li>Excellent project management and implementation skills. </li><li>Demonstrated computer expertise with Microsoft Office tools, database systems and current applications. </li><li>Self-motivated, results driven, detail oriented, and adaptable. </li><li>Must successfully pass a criminal background check. </li><li>Must be passionate about Warden Woods’ Vision, Mission, and Values, and the evolving direction of the organization to meet community needs and interests. Warden Woods Community Centre works with and for primarily Black and racialized communities and is committed to improving the life of communities in Southwest Scarborough- passion and experience in line with these pursuits is a must. &nbsp;</li></ul>PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe employee is required to move around a range of spaces within our buildings, sites and community (some of which have stairs), lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs, and drive organizational vehicles. &nbsp;WORKING LOCATION&nbsp;Full-time on-site work in Southwest Scarborough &nbsp;HOURS, BENEFITS, &amp; COMPENSATION&nbsp;This is a full-time management position (35 hours weekly) with scheduling required to support 24/7 operation, including regular weekend and evening hours. Schedule Tuesday to Saturday or Sunday to Thursday and regular hours TBD.&nbsp;Salary: $82,000 annually&nbsp;Comprehensive health/dental benefits, LTD with contribution, and optional RRSP matching. &nbsp;APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS&nbsp;WWCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to gender equality and social inclusion in our workplace. All qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, colour, religion, nationality, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from Black and racialized people, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, people with disabilities, and members of other equity-deserving groups. Please notify us as soon as possible of any adaptive measures you might require at any stage of the recruitment process. &nbsp;Please submit your resume and cover letter by December 29, 2025, via email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:careers@wardenwoods.com" target="_blank">careers@wardenwoods.com</a>, with Subject Line: Manager of Shelter in Community&nbsp;&nbsp;While we thank all who apply, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Recruitment will close when the required position is filled.&nbsp;

Warden Woods Community Centre

Manager of Shelter in Community

The Mindful Word is a collective of volunteers committed to creating a culture of engaged living. Publishing since 2007, we cover a range of topics related to mind-spirit, wholistic health, travel and the environment. For more information visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.themindfulword.org/" target="_blank">www.themindfulword.org</a>.&nbsp;We're currently looking for volunteer reviewers to join the team!Responsibilities:Write professional reviews on books, videos, audio and other conscious media that The Mindful Word receives from publishing companies and independent artists (you'll be added to our mailing list where you can choose from media products for review)Requirements:- Strong writing skills- Some writing experiencePosition description:- Submit one review bi-weekly or monthly- Unpaid- Work from home- Minimum three-month commitmentApply:Email <a href="mailto:erica@themindfulword.org" target="_blank">erica@themindfulword.org</a> with an original and unpublished&nbsp;book, audio, video or app review of between 300 and&nbsp;800 words. The media you've selected must be related to one of the topics we cover (mind-spirit, conscious creativity, wholistic health, sustainability, participatory culture, travel-living) and have a publication date within the last year.&nbsp;If you have any questions about the suitability of the media you want to review, contact Erica&nbsp;at the email address below. Please also include a cover letter indicating your interest in this position and your resume. At the top of your letter, please write “India." We do this to ensure everyone has read the guidelines otherwise we won’t read the submission. If you're writing is a good fit for our publication, we'll be in touch.For more information contact:Erica Roberts, Editor&nbsp;<a href="mailto:erica@themindfulword.org" target="_blank">erica@themindfulword.org</a>

The Mindful Word

Reviewer

The Mindful Word is a collective of individuals committed to creating a culture of engaged living. Publishing since 2007, we cover topics such as mindfulness, sustainability, permaculture, wholistic health, volunteerism and contemplative arts. For more information visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.themindfulword.org/" target="_blank">www.themindfulword.org</a>.&nbsp;We're currently looking for volunteer writers to join the team! ________________________________________ Responsibilities:Write an article bi-weekly or monthly (feature articles, interviews, news reports, essays, how-to articles, etc) based on the topics we cover.Requirements:- Strong writing skills- Some writing experience- Knowledge of at least one of the topic areas we cover Position description:- Unpaid- Work from home- Minimum three-month commitment- Opportunity to volunteer as an editor after three monthsApply:Read through our <a href="http://www.themindfulword.org/contribute/submission-guidelines/" target="_blank">submission guidelines</a> then pick a topic that we write about from the main five topics we cover and write an article&nbsp;on it of approximately 1,000&nbsp;to 2,000&nbsp;words. Submit that unpublished article to <a href="mailto:submissions@themindfulword.org" target="_blank">submissions@themindfulword.org</a> as an attachment (please avoid PDFs) along with a bio of about 50 words, a photo and a short note at the top of your submission that indicates what experience you have with the particular topic your submission relates to.&nbsp;At the top of your letter, please write “India." We do this to ensure everyone has read the guidelines otherwise we won’t read the submission. For more information, contact Erica Roberts at: <a href="mailto:erica@themindfulword.org" target="_blank">erica@themindfulword.org</a>&nbsp;

Writer

Help a Girl Out (HAGO)is entering an exciting phase of growth and is committed to strengthening our culture of fundraising by establishing a formal development department.&nbsp;As a registered Canadian charity,&nbsp;Help A Girl Out (HAGO)&nbsp;&nbsp;is dedicated to advancing menstrual equity and empowering women and girls through community engagement programs, inclusive uterine and menstrual health education, and increased access to menstrual products and resources for equity-deserving communities.&nbsp;By joining our Board of Directors, you will play a pivotal role in guiding our mission, supporting our growth, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of our work. As the Director of Development, you will lead efforts to secure the financial resources needed to fuel our programs—leveraging stewardship, partnerships, donor engagement, networking, and event execution. Fundraising is essential to ensuring that HAGO can continue providing menstrual education and essential products to those who need them most.The Director of Development will expand on HAGO’s existing donor cultivation and solicitation activities. A donor CRM system, strategic fundraising framework, and five-year projection have already been developed. Building on these foundations, the Director will help create the infrastructure required to support the CEO and Board in fundraising efforts while also launching new, mission-aligned revenue-generating initiatives.This volunteer role is ideal for someone who is passionate about relationship-building, brings a strong background in fundraising strategy, and can confidently communicate HAGO’s impact to donors, partners, and community stakeholders.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul><li>Refine and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy, including individual giving, corporate partnerships, grants, and special events.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors, ensuring effective stewardship and engagement.</li><li>Identify new fundraising opportunities and develop innovative campaigns to expand HAGO’s donor base.</li><li>Lead the board’s efforts in donor cultivation and major gift solicitation.</li><li>Work alongside the Chair of Finance to ensure alignment between fundraising efforts and financial needs.</li><li>Keep the board informed on fundraising progress and advise on strategies to enhance donor engagement.&nbsp;</li><li>Plan and oversee fundraising events and initiatives to support HAGO’s programs.</li><li>Commit 10-15 hours per month to the duties listed above.</li></ul>Qualifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or nonprofit development.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of revenue generating methods</li><li>Strong network and ability to establish connections with donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.</li><li>Expertise in developing and executing successful fundraising campaigns and strategies.</li><li>Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Experience with donor management systems and understanding of tax receipt processes.</li><li>Passionate about HAGO’s mission, vision &amp; values</li></ul>As a Director at Help a Girl Out, you are expected to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Stay up to date on organizational announcements, prepare for meetings, and review and provide input on reports and minutes.&nbsp;</li><li>Build strong, collaborative relationships with fellow HAGO members to foster a cooperative environment and support decision-making.&nbsp;</li><li>Actively engage in the organization’s annual evaluation and strategic planning activities.&nbsp;</li></ul>Interested applicants must send their resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:hr@helpagirlout.org" target="_blank">hr@helpagirlout.org</a> before the January 28th, 2026 submission deadline.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Help a Girl Out

Board Director, Development

Are you passionate about culture, arts, natural history, and science? Are you keen on how these elements aesthetically come together to tell the many stories of humanity?&nbsp;Join our team at ROM and consider a fulfilling career as Manager, Patron Programs. <a href="https://www.rom.on.ca/en/support-us/about-rom-governors" target="_blank">ROM Governors</a> is a strategic partner to the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), passionate about its role in advancing ROM’s mission through inspired philanthropic and sponsorship relations. ROM Governors is committed to being the country’s top cultural foundation because of its success in building highly engaged, impactful donor and other community relationships.&nbsp; WHO WE NEED:&nbsp; ROM Governors&nbsp;is proud to steward five distinguished Patrons Programs: the Discovery Patrons Circle, Young Patrons Circle, Royal Patrons Circle, ROM’s&nbsp;Women Initiative, and the Royal Exhibitions Circle. We are&nbsp;seeking&nbsp;a motivated, highly organized, and nimble&nbsp;Manager, Patron Programs&nbsp;to&nbsp;join the ROM Governors Team.&nbsp; The&nbsp;Manager, Patron Programs&nbsp;will play an essential role in cultivating and stewarding a strong pipeline of current and prospective annual and mid-level donors and will be responsible for developing and implementing powerful strategies to attract and engage individuals in philanthropic giving to ROM. From introducing individuals to philanthropy and securing support at various giving levels, to fostering relationships through stewardship and events, the&nbsp;Manager&nbsp;acts as an ambassador for ROM,&nbsp;building meaningful connections, celebrating shared values, and&nbsp;demonstrating&nbsp;the impact of philanthropy on the Museum’s mission.&nbsp; The Manager, Patron Programs will play a key role in advancing ROM Governors’ annual revenue goals by cultivating meaningful donor relationships and supporting the development of both annual and multi-year donor engagement strategies. A background in the arts, culture, or&nbsp;museum&nbsp;sector—especially with experience in&nbsp;membership or donor&nbsp;programs—can be a strong asset.&nbsp;&nbsp; POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Philanthropy, the Manager, Patron Programs is a passionate philanthropy advocate dedicated to empowering donors and fostering meaningful connections with the Royal Ontario Museum. The Manager&nbsp;plays a critical role on the Philanthropy team, developing and engaging a robust pipeline of current and future&nbsp;annual and&nbsp;mid-level donors. The Manager leads all aspects of the patrons’ fundraising process—from&nbsp;identification,&nbsp;cultivation&nbsp;and&nbsp;solicitation&nbsp;to stewardship through a series of Patron Programs. The Manager is an ambassador for ROM who strives to build meaningful relationships, celebrate shared values and communicate the importance of philanthropy at ROM.&nbsp;&nbsp; KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Implements&nbsp;strategies to secure Patrons acquisitions,&nbsp;renewals&nbsp;and upgrades, with an eye to building the pipeline for donor migration into mid- and high-level giving.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Manages patron programs from development to delivery, including donor communications, stewardship and recognition fulfillment, and the planning and approval of programming content, with the support of other Development staff.</li><li>Maintains a seamless Patron renewal process, including drafting communications,&nbsp;calling&nbsp;and emailing members, and tracking actions and gifts&nbsp;properly using&nbsp;RE.</li><li>Collaborates with Governors Marketing and Communications teams to create compelling materials for&nbsp;donor&nbsp;and prospect outreach and acquisition.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Works with&nbsp;Governors&nbsp;Operations team to ensure all relevant data is entered and up-to-date in the database.&nbsp;Ensures&nbsp;financial information is&nbsp;accurate, including revenue reports and projections, along with all related expenses.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Liaises&nbsp;with colleagues across the Museum, including curators and others to&nbsp;help&nbsp;plan and deliver engaging donor stewardship opportunities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Works with Relationship Managers by supporting the solicitation and stewardship of donors with overlap in Patrons.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Works in a highly collaborative way to ensure the broad Governors Team is aware of key opportunities for donor cultivation and stewardship.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Oversees dedicated&nbsp;volunteer&nbsp;committees&nbsp;to strengthen fundraising efforts and ensure donor engagement through related programs.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Develops and/or coordinates meeting content and materials, and committee&nbsp;assignments. Works with and supports the committee to ensure volunteers are motivated, mission-aligned&nbsp;and successful in their fundraising efforts.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Attends Patrons’ events and&nbsp;acts&nbsp;as an ambassador for ROM and Patron Programs.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates&nbsp;in&nbsp;additional&nbsp;events managed by other ROM Governors departments, as needed.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY COMPETENCIES:<ul><li>Minimum of 5 years' experience with&nbsp;demonstrated&nbsp;success developing and implementing personalized donor engagement plans.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a talent for engaging with donors in an authentic and compelling way.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Direct or related experience with membership activities including renewal cycles,&nbsp;upgrade&nbsp;and acquisition strategies.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Strong project management skills.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Passion for the arts, culture, and nature, with&nbsp;an&nbsp;ability to inspire others to share that passion.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Strong organization skills and attention to detail, ensuring that donors receive&nbsp;timely&nbsp;and personalized communication.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills, business acumen, strategic aptitude, and sound judgment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to efficiently organize and manage a diverse range of assignments while meeting multiple deadlines, along with thorough attention to all details and consistent&nbsp;follow-through.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Resourcefulness and independence, while&nbsp;remaining&nbsp;comfortable working within the framework of a team-oriented environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Competence in a variety of computer applications, including&nbsp;databases, spreadsheets, and word processing programs.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience using donor management fundraising software or CRM, with RE or RE NXT familiarity preferred.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of, and experience with, the Toronto philanthropic community desired.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and with discretion.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Relationships:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ol><li>Reports to: AVP, Philanthropy and supports the portfolio’s revenue program leaders.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Internal: Works closely with the Philanthropy team and collaboratively with all departments of the ROM Governors; liaise with key stakeholders within the Museum.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Committees: Volunteer Committees associated with revenue programs as&nbsp;required.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>External: Donors and prospects.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ol>Salary and Terms of Employment&nbsp;<ul><li>START DATE:&nbsp;ASAP</li><li>STATUS: Permanent (Full-time)</li><li>EMPLOYEE GROUP:&nbsp;ROM Governors</li><li>SALARY:&nbsp;$70,000 – $100,000 per annum</li><li>SCHEDULE:&nbsp;35 hours per week</li><li>PROBATIONARY PERIOD:&nbsp;six (6) months</li><li>LOCATION: Toronto, ON</li><li>OPEN DATE: November 28, 2025</li><li>CLOSE DATE: Open Until Filled</li></ul>Diversity Statement At ROM, we consider equity, diversity, and inclusion foundational to our institutional success. We seek to foster a workplace that reflects the diversity of the city and province in which we are located and welcome all qualified and experienced candidates to apply, regardless of their gender, age, sex, race, religion, ethnicity, ability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Accessibility Statement ROM Governors is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Upon request, suitable accommodations are available under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) to applicants invited to an interview. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The selected candidate will be required to participate in a comprehensive Background Check.

Royal Ontario Museum

Manager, Patron Programs

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