Employment Type: 12+ Month Mat Leave Contract, Full time

Location: Ottawa, Canada – Hybrid

Deadline for submission: October 28th, 2025

About us

At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference.

Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 600 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.

Know our team

Nutrition International's Partnerships and Growth unit is a diverse team of dedicated professionals in business development, advocacy and government relations. The unit serves as a knowledge management hub and facilitates decision-making of all resource mobilization efforts, promotes standardized prepositioning and proposal processes, and supports business development capacity building across NI teams. The unit specifically leads NI's response to competitive funding opportunities (RFPs) through prepositioning and proposal development and leads on the cultivation of private sector donors through prospecting and stewardship. We support resource mobilization efforts at the regional and country level by supporting bid planning, outreach and engagement with donors and partners, and proposal development. The unit works closely with other teams across the organization to grow and diversify resources for Nutrition International's global strategy and Investment Case. Currently, Nutrition International is seeking applications for a Senior Advisor, Philanthropic Partnerships to be based in Ottawa, Canada working 2 days/week in-office. This is a 12+ month mat leave contract.

About you

You are someone with a University degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of appropriate education and experience. You have a minimum of seven years of experience in philanthropic fundraising or brokering partnerships, especially from foundations and charities for an international development organization. A strong network with foundations and large philanthropies is preferred. You have documented success in building new and diverse partnerships with private funders in the space of development and a proven track record meeting ambitious sales or funding targets. Experience in writing proposals for public health and/or nutrition and fundraising from institutional donors such as GAC, USAID, FCDO is an asset.

You have familiarity with emerging trends, models, and platforms used by high value philanthropic donors (e.g., “Effective Altruism”; Donor Advised Funds, charity aggregators). You have the ability to supervise and direct staff and solid experience in successfully leading diverse cross-functional teams. A background in international development or public health is an asset. Advanced level skills with the Microsoft Office Suite and experience using CRMs and Donor Management Systems is necessary. Knowledge of federal and provincial legislation regarding charities and adherence to the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy's Ethical Fundraising and Financial Accountability Code is a must.

Fluency in English is required. French or Arabic will be considered an asset.

International travel may be required.

About the role

In this role you will:

Fundraising and Resource Mobilization:

• Identify and cultivate new and existing targets: use your network and build upon an existing database of potential targets, primarily for large foundations and philanthropies. Update the prospect management database with relevant information related to donor priorities, contacts, and results.

– Strategic engagement resources: design and adapt compelling materials (briefing notes, case statements, presentations) and craft tailored proposals for high-value private philanthropy audiences.

• Get ‘in the door’ and make pitches: be determined in your pursuit of ‘getting in the door’ with potential donors who have interest in public health and nutrition.
• Write concept notes and proposals: partner with technical and country staff to strengthen proposals and pitches by providing private philanthropy insights, tailoring messaging, and helping align with donor priorities, as needed. You will also support the closing of donor funding agreements, before handing over the project management responsibilities to the Programs team.
• Steward existing donors: maintain contact with an existing and growing portfolio of private donors to maximize the opportunities for future continued support. Develop donor recognition and renewal strategies and ensure accurate, timely implementation to recognize donors appropriately.
• Improve processes and systems: you will build on the existing system for identifying, cultivating, asking, and stewarding private donors; document all donor moves, continuously updating the prospect management database with relevant information related to donor strategies, contacts, and results.

Strategy and Planning:

• Goal setting: work with Partnerships & Growth leadership to define goals, objectives, and metrics for the portfolio.
• Pipeline development and management: help develop and maintain a pipeline with a view to philanthropic donor targets.
• Market analysis: conduct market analysis within prioritized donor segments and develop prospect research and engagement strategies.

– Engage leadership: support the Nutrition International leadership team to plan and conduct partnership and outreach activities, including identification, cultivation, and solicitation of high-value target donors within our existing network.

• Policies and procedures: support the development of required fundraising policies and procedures that reflect the organization's vision, mission, values, and ethical fundraising practices.

What we offer

A competitive market pay, pension, professional development allowance, health and dental benefits, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays), and flexible work hours. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.

Selected candidates must have current legal entitlement to work in Canada. We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Nutrition International upholds a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH). Following the principles of the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, reference checks will include safeguarding verifications with previous employers. By applying to this position, candidates acknowledge and consent to these reference checks being conducted with previous employers.

Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.

For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Job Description. Please click on the Apply button below to submit your application.