Fund Developer and Grant Writer

**Position Title:** Fund Developer and Grant Writer **Compensation:** $24.00-$27.00 per hour, commensurate with experience **Employment Type:** Contract Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week **Contract Length:** January 4, 2027 – December 31, 2027 **Location:** Kitchener, Ontario - Hybrid **Reports to:** Executive Director **Working hours:** Flexible within standard business hours (Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM) – Some evening and/or weekend work required About MSSWR Muslim Social Services Waterloo Region (MSSWR) is a growing charitable organization committed to supporting individuals and families through culturally responsive social services, settlement supports, community programs, mental health initiatives and advocacy. We work closely with newcomers, immigrants, refugees and underserved populations to foster resilience and community wellbeing. ​ Position Summary MSSWR is seeking a skilled and motivated Fund Developer and Grant Writer to lead fundraising and grant development efforts that strengthen the organization's financial sustainability. The successful candidate will identify, research, develop, submit, track and report on funding proposals, and will build and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations and government funders. The role is also responsible for tracking the progress of approved funded projects and producing reports to demonstrate impact. This position is ideal for an individual who combines strong fundraising, writing and research skills with an understanding of the intersectional challenges of newcomer, racialized, immigrant and refugee communities. ​ Responsibilities​ * Research and identify grant opportunities from government, foundation, corporate and community funding sources. * Develop compelling grant proposals, funding applications, letters of intent and supporting documentation. * Collaborate with staff and community partners to collect program information, budgets, outcomes and impact data for funder reporting. * Maintain a grants calendar and track funding deadlines, reporting requirements and submission schedules. * Prepare grant reports, renewal applications and stewardship materials for funders. * Support the development of logic models, program descriptions, evaluation frameworks and impact statements. * Maintain accurate records of grant submissions, funding outcomes and funder relationships. * Develop and implement an annual fund development plan with clear fundraising targets, strategies and timelines that support long-term financial sustainability. * Diversify revenue streams through individual giving, monthly donors, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, community partnerships, campaigns and events. * Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward individual donors, major gift prospects and corporate partners. * Manage the donor database, including gift processing, charitable tax receipting and compliance with Canada Revenue Agency requirements