Manager, Strategic Communications and Proposal Development
Job in
Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for:
The Career Foundation
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-28
Job specializations:
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Business
PR / Communications, Sales Marketing
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Marketing / Advertising / PR
Marketing Communications, PR / Communications, Digital Marketing, Sales Marketing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Responsibilities
include:
Marketing & Communications
Leads and is fully accountable for the operations of a two-person marketing team, including strategic planning, workflow management, task assignment, and performance evaluation, ensuring all departmental objectives and deliverables are achieved.Develops and manages the annual marketing budget.Oversees marketing requests, workflows, and weekly deliverables.Liaises with internal groups to confirm requirements and ensure timely, streamlined collaboration.Oversees the use of The Career Foundation’s brand across all internal and external channels, including signage, promotional materials, website, social media, and advertising, ensuring full alignment and compliance with brand identity standards.Manages all social media activities, including content and creative development, promotional initiatives, and events.Develops content for websites, social channels, advertising, reports, and other materials.Manages website design and content updates/enhancements.Oversees media buying and creative delivery for paid digital media and traditional placements such as radio, television, and online.Manages the development and distribution of promotional and marketing materials, including newsletters, brochures, and other assets.Increases The Career Foundation’s profile across all provinces and service areas.Publishes op-eds or blog posts on workforce development challenges and innovations.Prepares reports, newsletters, briefings, presentations, and updates for internal and external audiences.Supports the marketing team in developing messaging and materials that effectively convey the organization’s mission, impact, and positioning.Proposal and Fund Development
Researches and identifies new calls or requests for proposals (CFP/RFP), grants, and funding opportunities.Stays informed on current and upcoming funding and bid opportunities aligned with organizational goals.Analyzes calls for proposals and eligibility criteria to assess alignment and strategic fit.Identifies win themes and develops proposal concepts that meet and exceed CFP requirements.Conducts market research, identifies subject matter experts, reviews organizational proposal assets, and leads storyboard sessions to develop proposal structure and content.Tailors proposals to align with funder priorities, criteria, and impact objectives.Supports the development of budgets, work plans, and supporting documentation as needed.Delivers completed written proposal responses by agreed CFP/RFP deadlines, escalating issues as required.Maintains a database of funders, partnerships, and proposal outcomes.Maintains a calendar of upcoming funding opportunities and submission deadlines.Collaborates with programs to identify opportunities for expansion through standalone or partnership initiatives.Drives revenue diversification and explores social enterprise models, fee-for-service programs, or earned income strategies.Leads or co-leads annual campaigns, corporate sponsorship drives, and special initiatives.Monitors and evaluates fundraising performance, sets clear metrics and goals, and provides regular reports to the leadership team on progress and opportunities.Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships
Cultivates and builds strong relationships with internal and external partners to support successful proposal development.Organizes and facilitates meetings, workshops, and events to foster collaboration on joint proposals.Identifies opportunities for strategic partnerships that enhance the organization’s programs, services, and impact.Serves as a primary point of contact for external inquiries related to marketing, communications, and proposals.Strategic Planning & Reporting
Contributes to the organization’s strategic planning process, particularly regarding expanding reach and partnership opportunities for growth.Tracks and reports on key performance indicators related to proposal development and funding outcomes.Prepares fund development reports, including funding projections, to support organizational decision-making.Performs other relevant work as assigned to support the growth and development of the organization.Qua…
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