NOTE: This role requires relevant experience in impact investing

Are you frustrated with what’s happening in the world? Do you feel excluded and powerless to drive a real change? We are! But we are doing something about it. Do you want to join?

Jumpstart Refugee Talent is looking for our first Fund Development Manager. This is a lifestyle career opportunity not a job. Become part of a national team who strive every day to economically empower refugees in Canada.

Jumpstart Refugee Talent is a refugee led non-profit organization with offices in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary and the only national organization exclusively serving refugees seeking meaningful employment and entrepreneurship opportunities. Founded in 2016, we focus on the economic empowerment of newly settling refugees in Canada.

About the Role
Jumpstart is looking for a dynamic and passionate Fund Development Manager to lead the planning and design phase of the world’s first refugee impact fund. This fund aims to support and provide capital to aspiring and existing refugee entrepreneurs and businesses.

The Fund Development Manager will collaborate closely with our Entrepreneurship Manager and Operations Director to build the necessary infrastructure and processes for the Fund. The Manager will be responsible for the activities below, directly delivering some while overseeing consultants for others.

Responsibilities: Capacity Building (Planning & Design)

• Fund Strategy Development: Clearly define the fund’s investment thesis, target sectors, stages, and criteria aligned with organizational goals.
• Process Design: Develop detailed processes for deal sourcing, evaluation, due diligence, investment approval, and documentation.
• Investor Relations Framework: Create a robust framework for engaging current and potential investors, including comprehensive communication plans and reporting standards.
• Fundraising Planning: Design a clear, actionable fundraising strategy, identify target investors, and develop persuasive fundraising materials.
• Pipeline Creation: Establish initial relationships within the entrepreneurial ecosystem and devise a structured approach for consistently sourcing high-quality investment opportunities.
• Compliance & Administration Setup: Set up administrative processes for fund operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective governance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field (required)
• Master’s degree in Finance, MBA, CFA designation, or related advanced qualification (highly preferred)
• Minimum 5-7 years experience in investment planning, venture capital, private equity, financial services, or fund development
• Proven experience in fundraising, investor relations, and strategic planning
• Knowledge of the Canadian investment landscape and regulatory requirements for fund operations,
• Strong understanding of impact investing, debt financial structuring and blended finance models.
• Excellent financial modeling, analytical, and strategic thinking skills
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder relationship management abilities
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement complex processes
• Familiarity with startup ecosystems, venture capital, and emerging industries

What We Offer

• The opportunity to have an impact in a fast-growing organization serving vulnerable communities
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive team culture that fosters innovation and works across Canada
• One year contract position with a competitive compensation package, including starting salary range of $80,000-90,000, plus health benefits and 20 vacation days. Opportunity for permanent position based on funding.
• This role may be structured as either a 4-day or 5-day workweek, depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
• Flexible work environment including all virtual communication solutions provided (Zoom, Microsoft Office, Salesforce, etc.)
• Ability to work remotely or from one of our shared office environments in Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, or Vancouver

Jumpstart is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Refugees are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Any applications without a cover letter will not be considered.