Location: Hybrid/remote position open to anyone in Canada

RAVEN is seeking a talented and dynamic individual to join our national team to support the day-to-day management of the grants portfolio to ensure that funding opportunities are identified, assessed, tracked, pursued, and stewarded in line with the organization’s values, relationships, and commitment to Indigenous sovereignty and self-determination.

RAVEN’s Approach to Philanthropy

All members of RAVEN’s philanthropy team are expected to advance an approach to fundraising that reflects the organization’s values, relationships, and commitment to Indigenous sovereignty and self-determination. We recognize that philanthropy is not simply about generating revenue; it is about building relationships, redistributing resources, and supporting Indigenous Nations in advancing their rights, title, and responsibilities to their lands and waters.

RAVEN seeks to move beyond conventional donor-centric fundraising models and the assumption that established industry practices are universally appropriate or effective. We value trust-based, community-centred, reciprocal, and relationship-driven approaches that prioritize integrity, accountability, and shared purpose. We encourage thoughtful experimentation, critical reflection, and the reimagining of philanthropic practices where conventional approaches do not align with our values or the needs and priorities of the Indigenous Nations we support.

Every team member has a responsibility to bring curiosity, cultural humility, and sound judgment to their work; to remain engaged with evolving conversations in philanthropy; and to contribute to fundraising practices that are ethical, responsive, and grounded in RAVEN’s values. We seek to build relationships in ways that honour the agency of donors and partners while ensuring that fundraising serves our mission rather than allowing fundraising conventions to dictate how we work. To learn more about RAVEN’s values, mission, and vision, please read our 2026-2029 Strategic Plan.

General Description of Position

The Grants Specialist is responsible for managing the full grant development cycle, from identifying and researching prospective funders through qualification, cultivation support, proposal development, solicitation coordination, and reporting.

Working under the direction of the Manager, Philanthropy & Community Giving, this role owns the day-to-day management of the grants portfolio and ensures that funding opportunities are identified, assessed, tracked, pursued, and stewarded in a timely and organized manner.

The Grants Specialist develops compelling proposals, letters of inquiry, applications, reports, and other funder materials that communicate RAVEN’s work, impact, and philanthropic opportunities. They work collaboratively with the Philanthropy Department, RAVEN Grants Volunteers, and other colleagues to gather information, develop funding approaches, and maintain strong institutional relationships.

This role requires strong writing and research skills, sound project management, and a high degree of personal accountability. The Grants Specialist is responsible for maintaining the grants calendar, tracking due dates and requirements, adhering to RAVEN grant procedures for all grant outputs, and ensuring that grant-related activity and relationship information are accurately recorded in Salesforce and other applicable organizational systems.

For additional information on the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position as well as the primary tasks, areas of responsibility, and expected outputs, please refer to the attached job description.

Salary range

$74,276.07 – $82,006.78 annually (pro rated to $42,438.33 – $46,825.43 for a 20 hour work week.)

Working conditions

1. This is a part-time (20 hours/week) remote position and involves working mainly indoors.
2. Occasional lifting of equipment such as computers, chairs, or comparable items up to fifteen (15) kilograms may be required, with accessibility assistance provided where appropriate and available.
3. Extended periods working at a computer will be expected. The work computer will be provided by RAVEN.

Additional Information

In addition to salary, RAVEN offers additional benefits: 2 weeks paid vacation to start (pro-rated), 5 paid sick days, 91 paid health and wellness hours (pro-rated), 3 community leave days, 14 statutory holidays, paid time off during office winter closure, paid medical and dental insurance, annual professional development stipend, and a supportive working environment.

RAVEN thrives when our team reflects the diverse communities we serve. We warmly invite Indigenous people, people of colour, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and members of other over-excluded groups to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our work.

RAVEN (Respecting Aboriginal Values and Environmental Needs) is a charity funding access to justice for Indigenous Nations upholding their rights in court through fundraising and public education. Founded to address imbalances against powerful corporate interests, RAVEN helps Indigenous leaders protect their lands and establish lasting environmental legacies regardless of wealth.