JOBS

MANAGER, DEVELOPMENT & DONOR RELATIONS
Reporting to: Senior Director of Marketing and Development
Start Date: ASAP
Position: Full Time
Location: North York, ON (in office work 4 days, remote option on Fridays)
Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience

THE ORGANIZATION
Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center for Holocaust Studies (FSWC) is a non-profit human rights organization committed to countering racism and antisemitism and to promoting the principles of tolerance, social justice and Canadian democratic values through advocacy and education.
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THE OPPORTUNITY
FSWC’s mission has never been more urgent, or more strongly supported. The organization is experiencing an extraordinary surge in visibility, engagement and philanthropic momentum as the community rallies behind its work.

To harness this growth and expand fundraising capacity, FSWC is introducing a newly created role of Manager, Development & Donor Relations. This leader will bring additional process, strategy, thought leadership and donor focused expertise to a committed entrepreneurial team, helping to deepen existing donor relationships and diversify revenue. The Manager will also assume leadership of volunteer management for FSWC’s highly engaged and sophisticated Board Fundraising Committee.

This is a pivotal moment to join a mission driven organization at the forefront of human rights advocacy, where your work will have immediate and meaningful impact.
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‍MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION
• In collaboration with the CEO, Senior Director of Marketing & Development and other members of the fundraising and leadership team, help formulate the goals, strategies, processes and tactical plans for fundraising for the organization.
• Build and maintain close relationships with the Fundraising Committee of the Board in order to effectively engage, organize, support and maximize their efforts in peer-to-peer solicitation.
• Serve as a major gift fundraiser. Develop and manage a portfolio of corporate and individual donors as the primary relationship manager.
• Manage and support fundraising activities. Develop donor solicitation and continued engagement strategies, preparing effective briefing notes and other fundraising materials.
• Develop and advance donor recognition and stewardship strategies. Engage in stewardship of existing partners, sponsors and donors, creating positive and enduring relationships.
• Liaise with team members across the organization to assess fundraising needs and identify opportunities.
• Plan and execute fundraising projects, events and campaigns.
• Build track and assess fundraising metrics, identify strategies for additional success. Foster the growth of best practices and process in fundraising.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS
·      A minimum of four years of recent relevantfundraising experience including major gift, peer-to-peer and events.
·      Demonstrated success increasing revenueand securing funding from multiple sources.
·      Exceptional process management and organization skills. Ability to organize and manage a diverse range of assignments and projects with high efficiency, thorough attention to detail and follow through.
·      Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills with natural ability to exert influence, develop personal and effective working relationships, and inspire confidence and trust with donors, leaders and stakeholders.
·      Experience organizing, training and motivating volunteers.
·      Superior listening skills and the ability to interpret the concerns and interests of donors and translate them into attractive opportunities for investment.
·      Experience working within the Toronto Jewish community is a distinct asset.

A detailed position profile is available upon request.
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FSWC welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We encourage applications from individuals within the employment equity categories. FSWC is committed to equity and diversity, and to a positive, supportive working environment. Please let us know should you require accommodation during any part of this recruitment process.

Siegel Executive Search Solutions Inc., member of the Executive Search Alliance, is advising the Sinai Health Foundation on the basis of an exclusive consulting assignment. Interested applicants may explore this opportunity in confidence by submitting a resume and cover letter to kerry.siegel@execsearchalliance.com no later than March 25, 2026. The publication of this advertisement is neither an assurance that an applicant will be hired, nor that the position will be held open for any specific period of time in the event that a suitable candidate for the position is identified at an earlier date. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those who are considered for an interview will be contacted.

Directeur(trice) régional(e), Montréal et Région de la capitale nationale
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Relevant de : Président-directeur général
Date de début : Dès que possible
Poste : Temps plein

L’ORGANISME
Les Amis du Centre Simon Wiesenthal pour les études sur l’Holocauste (L’ACSW) est une organisation canadienne sans but lucratif de défense des droits humains. Elle est engagée dans la lutte contre le racisme et l’antisémitisme, et fait la promotion des principes de tolérance, de justice sociale et des valeurs démocratiques canadiennes à travers le plaidoyer et l'éducation.
 
L’OPPORTUNITÉ
L’ACSW est à la recherche d’un(e) professionnel(le) expérimenté(e) pour établir et diriger un nouveau bureau régional à Montréal. Le ou la directeur(trice) régional(e) sera responsable de constituer l’équipe de ce nouveau bureau afin d’élargir la portée de l’organisation et d’augmenter son impact à travers le Canada.
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À cette fin, la personne sélectionnée développera les programmes existants d’éducation sur l’Holocauste de l’ACSW, collaborera avec les commissions scolaires et promouvra les ateliers de développement professionnel en coordination avec la directrice principale de l’éducation de l’ACSW.

Le ou la directeur(trice) régional(e) dirigera les actions de plaidoyer de l’ACSW dans l’Est du Canada en collaboration avec la directrice principale des politiques et du plaidoyer de l’ACSW, tout en travaillant avec les organisations juives existantes à Montréal et dans l’Est du Canada. Cela comprendra l’établissement de relations avec des groupes interconfessionnels, des écoles publiques et privées, des services policiers, des institutions publiques et des entreprises privées afin d’élargir la visibilité, la portée et l’impact de l’organisation.

Il ou elle collaborera également avec l’équipe de l’ACSW afin de se familiariser avec les programmes existants de l’organisation – tels que L’antisémitisme, Hier et Aujourd’hui – dans le but d’offrir des programmes à l’avenir.

L’ensemble des responsabilités décrites ci-dessus contribue à la priorité générale de croissance des activités dans l’Est du Canada, ce qui pourrait nécessiter l’embauche de personnel supplémentaire.

Responsabilités principales :
·       Diriger le nouveau bureau régional de l’Est du Canada, basé à Montréal.
·       Établir et développer des relations avec les organisations juives, les groupes interconfessionnels, les écoles, les institutions publiques et les entreprises privées de l’Est du Canada.
·       Travailler en relations gouvernementales et établir des liens solides avec les différents ordres de gouvernement.
·       Mener les efforts de plaidoyer contre l’antisémitisme dans l’Est du Canada.
·       Diriger les initiatives de collecte de fonds dans la région.
·       Créer et maintenir des réseaux avec divers partenaires afin de faire croître les occasions de formation et élargir la participation aux programmes de l’ACSW.
·       Soutenir les membres de l’équipe de l’ACSW, au besoin, dans la préparation et la réalisation des événements annuels de l’organisation (par ex. : Spirit of Hope, Voices of Change, etc.).

VOUS ÊTES UNE PERSONNE QUI :
 
·       Possède une connaissance approfondie de l’antisémitisme historique (mythes et stéréotypes) et de son rôle dans l’histoire, notamment durant l’Holocauste.
·       Comprend les enjeux liés au « nouvel antisémitisme » et ses répercussions au Canada et ailleurs.
·       Est informée des statistiques actuelles sur les crimes haineux, en particulier ceux visant les communautés juives, ainsi que des formes que prend la haine en ligne.
·       Connaît la définition de l’antisémitisme selon l’Alliance internationale pour la mémoire de l’Holocauste (la définition de l’AIMH), et son adoption par divers gouvernements et institutions.
·       A une affinité avec et des connaissances sur Israël contemporain, et comprend le lien entre l’antisionisme et l’antisémitisme.
·       Détient d’excellentes compétences en présentation et sait adapter ses interventions à différents publics, tant en virtuel qu’en présentiel.
·       Possède de fortes aptitudes interpersonnelles et de communication, et sait établir des relations à tous les niveaux.
·       Démontre une attention rigoureuse aux détails, une grande organisation et la capacité de gérer plusieurs priorités simultanément.
·       Travaille avec créativité et rigueur dans un environnement axé sur la résolution de problèmes, en misant sur l’innovation, le travail d’équipe et l’excellence.
·       Est proactif(ve), sait prendre des décisions et s’adapte aux changements et aux exigences concurrentes.
·       Maîtrise les outils technologiques, y compris une variété de plateformes (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, etc.).
 
VOUS APPORTEREZ :
 
·       Une passion et des connaissances approfondies sur la lutte contre l’antisémitisme, la négation et la déformation de l’Holocauste, tant d’un point de vue historique que contemporain.
·       Un minimum de sept (7) ans d’expérience progressive dans un rôle similaire.
·       Une expérience en plaidoyer et en relations gouvernementales.
·       La maîtrise du français et de l’anglais (bilinguisme exigé).La capacité à collaborer avec divers partenaires et réseaux.
·       Une disponibilité flexible incluant parfois des présentations tôt le matin, en soirée ou la fin de semaine.

‍Les Amis du Centre Simon Wiesenthal pourles études sur l’Holocauste accueille lescandidatures de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons lescandidatures issues des groupes visés par l’équité en emploi.

L’ACSW estrésolument engagé envers l’équité, la diversité, ainsi qu’un milieu de travailpositif et inclusif. Veuillez nous faire savoir si vous avez besoin de mesuresd’adaptation au cours du processus de recrutement.

Pour postuler dès aujourd’hui, envoyez votre CV et votre lettre de motivation à Taali Lester, directrice principale du marketing et du développement, à l’adresse suivante : tlester@fswc.ca. Les candidatures seront examinées de façon continue jusqu’à ce que le poste soit pourvu.

Regional Director, Montreal and National Capitol Region

Reporting to: President & CEO
Start Date: ASAP
Position: Full Time

THE ORGANIZATION
Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center for Holocaust Studies (FSWC) is a non-profit human rights organization committed to countering racism and antisemitism and to promoting the principles of tolerance, social justice and Canadian democratic values through advocacy and education.
 
THE OPPORTUNITY
FSWC seeks an experienced community professional to establish and head a new regional office in Montreal. The Regional Director will be responsible for staffing this new office to help the organization reach a broader audience and increase its impact across Canada.
 
To that end, the Director will expand FSWC’s Holocaust education programs while working with school boards and marketing professional development workshops in coordination with FSWC’s Senior Director of Education.
 
The Regional Director will lead FSWC’s advocacy work in Eastern Canada in coordination with FSWC’s Senior Director of Policy and Advocacy, collaborating with existing Jewish organizations in Montreal and Eastern Canada. This will include fostering relationships with interfaith groups, public and private schools, law enforcement, public institutions, and private sector corporations to grow the organization’s reach, visibility, and impact.
 
The Regional Director will also work with the FSWC team to develop an understanding of the organization’s existing programming – such as Atisemitism Then and Now – with the goal of delivering programming in the future.
 
All of the above-cited duties contribute to the overarching priority of growing the Eastern Canada operation, hiring additional staff when needed.
 
Specifically, the Regional Director will:
 
·       Lead FSWC’s new Eastern Canada office in Montreal.
·       Build and grow relationships with Eastern Canadian Jewish organizations, interfaith groups, public and private schools, public institutions, and private sector corporations.
·       Work in government relations, forging strong relationships with all levels of government across Eastern Canada.
·       Lead antisemitism advocacy in Eastern Canada.
·       Lead fundraising initiatives in Eastern Canada.
·       Build and maintain networks with a variety of stakeholders to ensure growth in outreach for new training opportunities, as well as expanding participation of stakeholders in these presentations and into other FSWC programs.
·       Support FSWC team members, as needed, in preparation of and during annual organization events (i.e. Spirit of Hope, Voices of Change, etc.).
 
YOU ARE SOMEONE WITH:
 
·       Knowledge and understanding of historical antisemitism (common myths and tropes) and the role it has played throughout history, including the Holocaust.
·       Knowledge and understanding of the “new” antisemitism, and its implications in Canada and abroad.
·       Awareness of contemporary hate crime statistics as they relate to antisemitism, as well as how anti-Jewish hate manfests itself in online spaces.
·       Working knowledge and understanding of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of antisemitism (or IHRA definition) and its adoption by governments and institutions in Canada and around the world.
·       An affinity for and knowledge of contemporary Israel and an understanding of how anti-Zionism is intertwined with antisemitism.
·       Strong, engaging presentation skills and creative approaches to generating interactivity with a variety of audiences in both virtual and in-person formats.
·       Superior relationship-building and communication skills ensuring the ability to connect with a variety of stakeholders at all levels.
·       Excellent attention to detail, exemplary organizational skills, and an ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
·       Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
·       Self-motivated and decisive with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands.
·       A solid understanding of technology and how to navigate a variety of platforms (including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, etc.).
 
 
WHAT YOU BRING:
 
·       A knowledge and passion about countering antisemitism, Holocaust denial and distortion from both a historical and contemporary perspective.
·       A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in a similar role.
·       Experience in advocacy and government relations.
·       Bilingualism in French and English is required.
·       Ability to collaborate with partners across various networks.
·       Flexible schedule that is open to occasional early morning, evening, and weekend presentations.

‍FSWC welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We encourage applications from individuals within the employment equity categories. FSWC is committed to equity and diversity, and to a positive, supportive working environment. Please let us know should you require accommodation during any part of this recruitment process.

To apply today, email your resume and cover letter to Taali Lester, Senior Director, Marketing and Development at tlester@fswc.ca. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

COMMUNICATIONS LEAD
Reporting to: Senior Director of Marketing and Development
Start Date: ASAP
Position: Full Time, Maternity Leave Contract

THE ORGANIZATION
Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center for Holocaust Studies (FSWC) is a non-profit human rights organization committed to countering racism and antisemitism and to promoting the principles of tolerance, social justice and Canadian democratic values through advocacy and education.
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THE POSITION
‍The communications lead will be someone who possesses strong writing and research skills, is detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that involves producing written and visual content, media relations and social media management. This is a dynamic role, reporting to the Senior Director of Marketing and Development, with a primary responsibility for communicating the organization’s advocacy and educational efforts and keeping the organization in the public eye.
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‍MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION The Communications Lead regularly monitors the news and tracks incidents, discussing relevant issues with the advocacy director, in addition to:
Content Writing & Design
- Write press releases and media advisories regarding the organization’s advocacy and educational initiatives
- Produce e-blasts and e-newsletters that are sent out to the organization’s donor database

Media Relations
- Send out press releases and media advisories to the media
- Follow up with and pitch stories to reporters and other members of the media
- Handle interview requests and questions from the media
- Regularly update internal media lists, add new contacts to lists
-Develop talking points and backgrounders for the media spokesperson

Social Media
- Post and share content on social media pages, including X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn
- Respond to messages and monitor comments

Website Management
- Publish written content on the website
- Regularly monitor and update website pages
- Occasionally communicate with the web designer for certain changes
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FSWC welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We encourage applications from individuals within the employment equity categories. FSWC is committed to equity and diversity, and to a positive, supportive working environment. Please let us know should you require accommodation during any part of this recruitment process.

To apply today, email your resume and cover letter to Taali Lester, Senior Director of Marketing and Development at tlester@fswc.ca. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS COORDINATOR
Reporting to: Director, Stakeholder Relations and Partnerships
Start Date: ASAP
Position: Full Time
Location: Toronto, in-office, with work-from-home flexibility on Fridays
Compensation commensurate with experience

THE ORGANIZATION
Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center for Holocaust Studies (FSWC) is a non-profit human rights organization committed to countering racism and antisemitism and to promoting the principles of tolerance, social justice and Canadian democratic values through advocacy and education.
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THE POSITION
FSWC is seeking a highly organized and motivated professional to join our Advocacy team as a Strategic Partnerships Coordinator. This role plays a key part in advancing FSWC’s partnerships with public, private, and non-profit sector organizations, particularly in relation to workplace antisemitism training and other adult education initiatives. The successful candidate will help guide organizations from initial interest through program delivery and sustained engagement, supporting the continued growth and national reach of these initiatives. This is an externally-facing role requiring comfort engaging with senior institutional stakeholders, including those at all levels of government, law enforcement, and the corporate sector. It offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to advocacy initiatives with national impact.
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‍KEY RESPONSIBILITIES‍
- Support the coordination and implementation of advocacy-driven engagement related to FSWC’s workplace antisemitism training and adult education programs, with a focus on national growth and scalability
- Assist in identifying and cultivating engagement opportunities with organizations interested in FSWC programming, including follow-up communications and onboarding
- Coordinate day-to-day engagement with external organizations, ensuring consistent, professional communication and effective program delivery
- Draft and support preparation of proposals, presentations, briefing materials, and reports for external stakeholders and internal leadership
- Track and maintain engagement records, monitor activities, and support reporting on outcomes and impact
- Maintain awareness of developments related to antisemitism, workplace inclusion, and institutional DEI environments
- Proactively identify opportunities to strengthen engagement processes and improve coordination across advocacy initiatives
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., communications, public affairs, political science, education, or related discipline)
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in stakeholder engagement, advocacy, institutional relations, partnerships, or program coordination
- Familiarity with Jewish community life, antisemitism, and related human rights issues
- Demonstrated ability to engage confidently and professionally with senior leaders and institutional stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
-Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, externally facing environmentCollaborative, proactive, and detail-oriented approach with a strong commitment to FSWC’s mission
‍FSWC welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We encourage applications from individuals within the employment equity categories. FSWC is committed to equity and diversity, and to a positive, supportive working environment. Please let us know should you require accommodation during any part of this recruitment process.

To apply today, email your resume and cover letter to Johanna Herman Director of Stakeholder Relations and Partnerships, at jherman@fswc.ca. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.