Manager of Social Programs & Development

Our employer, a dynamic Orthodox Jewish non-profit organization, is seeking a Manager of Social Programs & Development.

Location: Thornhill, ON

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Senior Management

Salary Range: 90-110k

Vacation: 3 weeks (including the Jewish holidays)

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The Manager of Social Programs & Development is a senior leadership position responsible for advancing the mission through the management of social programs, community engagement, and fundraising. This role provides strategic vision and hands-on leadership to deliver meaningful programs, cultivate donor relationships, and build partnerships that expand impact. The ideal candidate is an experienced nonprofit leader with a proven record in Jewish community service, outreach, and development, particularly within Russian-Speaking communities.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership: Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of social and community programs, including educational, cultural, wellness, and family initiatives.

Community Engagement: Engage and grow the community, with a focus on Russian-Speaking Jewish families; develop volunteer networks and represent the organization at community events.

Fundraising & Development: Oversee fundraising initiatives, including donor cultivation, major gifts, grants, sponsorships, and events to support program sustainability. Identify grant opportunities and design programs that align with funding criteria. Build long-term donor relationships and ensure annual fundraising targets are met.

Partnerships (External): Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, schools, synagogues, nonprofits, and other stakeholders to strengthen program reach and community impact.

Collaboration (Internal): Coordinate and collaborate with branch managers and internal teams to ensure alignment across all locations, enhance program integration, and foster strong internal relationships.

Team Leadership: Supervise program staff and volunteers, mentor team members, and promote a collaborative and respectful work environment.Strategic Planning & Budgeting: Contribute to organizational strategic planning, develop program budgets, track outcomes, and adjust initiatives based on community needs. Communications & Outreach: Develop communications and outreach materials to promote programs and highlight impact to the community and donors

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Experience

• 7+ years of progressive nonprofit leadership experience
• Proven success in program management, community outreach, and fundraising

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate across multiple teams and locations
• Strategic planning and analytical skills to evaluate community needs and program effectiveness
• Financial acumen, including budgeting, financial reporting, and managing program funding
• Project management skills to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills with initiative and adaptability

Technical Skills

• Proficient with standard office software (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace)
• Comfortable using databases, CRM systems, and online collaboration tools

Knowledge & Expertise

• Knowledge of available community resources and programs in Ontario – required
• Grant writing and fundraising expertise, including donor relations and cultivating major gifts

Languages

• Fluency in Russian (speaking and reading) – strong asset