KEY FUNCTIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Reporting to the Programs Lead, the Program Manager will lead a diverse global portfolio of
emergency relief and sustainable development programming in the areas of health, food
security, water, education, economic development and emergency response. The primary role of the position will focus on managing IDRF’s Global Affairs Canada project in Guyana. Writing successfully proposal submissions and reports is also a key element of this position:

Key Responsibilities
Specific duties include:

•  Facilitate extensive narrative and financial reporting, needs assessments, project
  monitoring, and evaluation activities, and provide direction and control to overseas projects, with a focus on IDRF’s Global Affairs Canada funded program in Guyana.
• Advise and substantiate with information on risk, timelines, and required resources that may affect IDRF’s Global Affairs Canada funded program in Guyana.
• Collaborate with international partners to launch innovative programming in IDRF’s
  development and humanitarian sectors and make recommendations for IDRF’s programs to pivot when required in conjunction with local teams.
• Manage IDRF’s field staff in Guyana for all project and administrative related tasks.
• Support partner organizations in understanding and complying with donor agreements and IDRF guidelines and requirements.
• Author ongoing reports to funders on project progress, and ensure adherence to donor reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement results-based management and performance measurement frameworks.
• Foster and strengthen overseas and local partnerships, and maintain regular
  communication with overseas partners.
• Ensure that appropriate project records are maintained to provide a sound basis for
  project tracking, reporting, and follow up.
• Foster participatory and rights-based approaches in all IDRF initiatives, and ensure transformative gender analysis of all project initiatives.
• Proactively respond to funding opportunities by authoring effective and compelling Letters of Intent (LOIs), project proposals, and budgets, and ensure the timely submission of a top-quality final proposal.
• Provide administrative assistance as required: planning and organizing meetings, authoring program briefs, and supervising volunteers.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Educational background in a discipline related to IDRF’s core areas of development and humanitarian action. Evidence of relevant ongoing professional development an asset.
• Four to seven years of professional experience working in a similar role with a recognized emergency relief or international development organization, in managing, monitoring, and evaluating humanitarian and/or development projects (required).
• Demonstrated experience in developing thorough budgets, compiling and analyzing
  narrative and financial reports produced by field partners, and ensuring strict compliance with donor contribution agreements.
• Demonstrated skill and experience working with accountability frameworks such as
  Logframes, RBM, PMF and similar donor reporting modalities.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing successful funding applications for the Government of Canada strongly preferred.
• Experience working with other international donors (such as
  Global Affairs Canada) highly desirable.
• Demonstrated grant management experience.
• High proficiency inMS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional writing, editing, and research skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet urgent deadlines.
• Highly independent, and able to work in a leadership role with minimal supervision.
• Superior interpersonal, cultural sensitivity, and diplomacy skills.
• Valid Canadian passport, and a willingness to undertake international travel for the
  purpose of visits to overseas partners and projects.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.

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IDRF is committed to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion- principles that are fundamental to our mission.

IDRF is hiring facilitators to teach Get Job Ready- a career readiness program that trains emerging professionals between the ages of 17 and 29 to navigate the job market. This exciting opportunity is perfect for individuals passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of Canadian youth. This is a casual contract position where the successful candidate(s) will teach 4-5 workshops annually. Each workshop lasts three days and runs for five hours. Workshops are usually comprised of 20-30 participants.

Candidates should be based in either Calgary or Edmonton. Some travel to Vancouver may be required. All those interested are welcome to apply. Special consideration will be given to alumni from IDRF’s Canadian programs (Get Job Ready, Women in Tech and Licensed Learn).

Desired Skills:

• Strong public speaking skills are a MUST; the ability to teach without speaking notes is a major plus
• Advanced understanding of LinkedIn and how to build a professional profile
• Ability to write strong resumes and compelling cover letters and how to teach those methods to an audience
• Familiarity with the job interview process, common questions and what constitutes both strong and weak responses
• Knowledge of the relevance of social media and digital identity in the job search; basic understanding of how the emerging generation uses the most popular social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram), a considerable asset
• Must be able to present in either Canva or Prezi (most curricula will be provided; however, applicants will have the opportunity to adapt and update materials and bring their creativity to the program)!

Those ready to join our energetic team and committed to leading people to their dream jobs should email their resume and LinkedIn profile to EBurney@idrf.ca. Please write: Get Job Ready Alberta Program Facilitators in the Subject line.

For more information on Get Job Ready, please visit our website: gjr.idrf.ca

Content Marketing Coordinator 

Full Time- Position (37.5 hrs)  

Reporting directly to the Marketing Director, the Content Marketing Coordinator is responsible for generating content supporting IDRF’s organizational vision and mission, through three key sources:  

1. Reporting 

1. Social Media 

1. Website Content 

The abilities and strengths needed for this position require a self-directed, engaging, and organized disposition. This role depends on excellent writing abilities, while having analytical and creative depth to assess, develop and respond to the changing context of IDRF’s fast growing marketing team. A primary responsibility of this role is to develop core messaging and narratives to bring our organizational vision and priorities to life through storytelling and encouraging people to give.   The specific roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:  

• Creatively summarizing impact numbers and activities into reports for donors, mosques, and organizations. 
• Research, brainstorm and write SEO-focused copy for blogs, case studies, guides, landing pages and more. 
• Publish and update content on our website that meets the needs of our audience. 
• Provide recommendations and proofing for existing content- to better align to IDRF’s brand voice and digital marketing best practices. 
• Create meaningful content and conversations for our social media channels, following a social media strategy to build our audience. 

• Using AI tools to build efficiencies within the team, maintaining content calendar for social media, influencer, brand, and email marketing channels.  
• Strategically gather, develop, and distribute content across social channels (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).   
• Support your fellow marketers with editing on landing pages, ads, etc. 
• Share ideas that shape our marketing strategy at large. 

What you bring 

• 3+ years’ writing experience, preferably working for NGOs, blogs, news organizations, magazines, or other publications. 
• Exceptional writing and editing skills. Must have the ability to identify tone and style for effective messaging for diverse audiences, with attention to detail, phrasing, and word choice.   
• A lifelong approach to learning that keeps you ahead of the latest content marketing trends. 
• A results-driven focus that motivates you to produce content that’s not only enjoyable but also supports team KPIs like lead and revenue generation. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.   

• An appreciation for the power of simplicity and an ability to make complex topics easily understood. 
• A strong sense of ownership and a keen eye for details that most others would miss. 
• Experience in graphic design or video production is an asset. 
• Superb organizational skills that ensure you meet deadlines and prioritize content projects effectively. 
• A growth mindset and plenty of creativity. 

• Proven ability to exercise diplomacy and good judgment.   
• Ability to work independently using strong initiative.   
• Ability to work as part of a fundraising team.    
• Understanding inclusive fundraising and accessibility practices is an asset.   
• Commitment to IDRF’s mission and values.   

IDRF is committed to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion- principles that are fundamental to our mission. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, and we seek to maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and high-performing culture in our office.    

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Data Analyst

Full Time- Position (37.5 hrs)  

Position Overview:

The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF) seeks a talented and motivated Data Analyst to join our team. As a Canadian Charitable organization dedicated to humanitarian work, IDRF focuses on improving the lives of vulnerable communities worldwide. The Data Analyst will support our fundraising and development efforts by utilizing data to drive strategic decision-making and enhance donor engagement.

Responsibilities:

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Collect, organize, and analyze large volumes of donor and fundraising data from various sources, including Raisers Edge CRM.
• Develop meaningful insights and actionable recommendations based on data analysis to support fundraising strategies and donor stewardship initiatives.
• Develop large datasets to support program impact reporting and public data sharing.
• Create reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate data-driven insights effectively to internal stakeholders.

Donor Segmentation and Engagement:

• Collaborate with the fundraising team to identify donor segments and develop targeted donor acquisition, retention, and re-engagement strategies.
• Utilize data analysis to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for increasing donor engagement and revenue generation.
• Assist in developing personalized communications and campaigns based on donor segments and behaviour.

Data Integrity and Management

• Collaborate with the IDRF Data administrator to ensure donor data’s accuracy, completeness, and consistency within the Raisers Edge CRM system.
• Collaborate with the IDRF Data administrator to conduct regular data cleansing, deduplication, and maintenance activities to maintain data integrity.
• Stay updated on best practices in data management and CRM usage, recommending improvements to existing systems and processes.
• Collaborate with IT and other teams to ensure data security, privacy, and compliance with relevant regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience as a Data Analyst, preferably in a non-profit or fundraising environment.
• Proficiency in using Raisers Edge or similar CRM systems is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and draw actionable insights.
• Advanced proficiency in data manipulation and analysis using Excel, SQL, or R tools is an asset.
• Experience in data visualization and dashboard creation using tools like Tableau, Power BI or other data dashboard tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain data accuracy and integrity.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively convey data insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to the mission and values of IDRF, with a passion for international development and humanitarian work.

IDRF is committed to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion- principles that are fundamental to our mission. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, and we seek to maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and high-performing culture in our office.    

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