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About the New Israel Fund of CanadaThe New Israel Fund of Canada (NIFC) advances and defends democracy and equality in Israel. Since 1986, NIFC has helped contribute over $300 million to more than 900 organizations in Israel that fight for socio-economic equality, religious freedom, civil and human rights, shared society and anti-racism, Palestinian citizens, and democracy itself.About the roleNIFC seeks a talented, creative, and passionate communications professional to lead our efforts to grow and tell our stories. The Communications Coordinator will play a key role in NIFCs fundraising and outreach/education efforts. Adept at writing a range of communications materials, the successful candidate is a passionate storyteller who is comfortable producing digital fundraising, event marketing, and donor stewardship materials for a variety of platforms.Working under the Executive Director, the candidate will work closely with the fundraising and events/programs teams, as well as NIF branches globally, to stay informed of our priorities and creatively convey our values. The candidate simplifies controversial issues into easily understood stories that bring Israeli civil society and social issues to life for our Canadian audiences.Location:Toronto office with some optional work-from-homeApplications Open:RollingStart Date:ASAPSalary:$57,000-$72,000 commensurate with experience, with comprehensive benefits and support for professional developmentContract term:Full-time, permanent after three-month probationResponsibilities:Take a lead role in developing and executing the New Israel Fund of Canadas communications plans and strategies, including events, e-mail, social media, direct mail, paid ads, and earned mediaMaintain sound knowledge and understanding of the organization, its priority projects, and issues in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian TerritoriesDemonstrate initiative and capacity to adapt while working across multiple tasks, competing deadlines, and various stakeholdersCollaborate with counterparts at NIF branches in Israel, the US, as well as globally, to reshare and reuse content from a variety of platforms, including multimediaEvaluate and improve our communications, including content planning, content creation, evaluation, and reachUse Canva, Microsoft Word, and WordPress for layout of communications materials within existing templates, including proposals and stewardship impact reportsWrite and/or produce timely and engaging online content (including multimedia) that is optimized for a variety of platforms, including e-newsletters and social mediaWrite and/or edit donor and grantee stories, including interviewing donors and granteesWrite and design compelling marketing and production materials for webinars, in-person events, fellowships, and study tours overseasWrite and design compelling fundraising campaign materials, including e-appeals, direct mail, webpages, social media, and volunteer scriptsWrite and/or edit fundraising and donor communications materials, including donor proposals and reportsPrepare earned media materials as necessary, such as media releases and op-edsConduct paid and unpaid online advertising programsPerform other duties as assigned or requested by the Executive DirectorQualifications:3-5 years in a marketing, communications, or nonprofit fundraising roleProven ability to simplify complex topics into compelling narrativesExceptional attention to detailExceptional written communication and editing skillsExceptional time management and organizational skillsIntermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office 365 Suite, Adobe, Canva, WordPress, and mass email CRMs such as Raisers Edge OLXExperience executing communications across a variety of platformsExperience with desktop publishing, graphic design, website design, and video editingAbility to work independently and as part of a teamUnderstanding of international human rights and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is an assetUnderstanding of the Canadian Jewish community is an assetHebrew fluency is an assetPermission to work in CanadaApplications:Applicants should email a cover letter and resume with the subject line Communications Coordinator .