Position Title: Manager, Philanthropic Writing & Reporting
Department: Partnerships
Reports To: Director, Growth Operations & Strategy
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: This role is based in Toronto and follows a hybrid work arrangement, with three days per week in the Toronto office and the remaining workdays remote.
About Raising The Village
Raising The Village’s mission is to build and strengthen pathways out of ultra-poverty through an approach guided by data, designed with communities, and scaled by partnerships. We work with last-mile communities to implement solutions that raise incomes, sustain impact, and chart sustainable pathways to possibility within 24 months. To date, we have supported more than two million people in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with support from our partners and our team in North America. Find out more about our programs and impact at www.raisingthevillage.org.
Position overview
Raising The Village is seeking an exceptional writer and analytical thinker to develop compelling, evidence-driven materials for sophisticated philanthropic audiences. The Manager, Philanthropic Writing & Reporting will lead the development of funding proposals, investment narratives, donor reports, and other written materials that communicate RTV's programs, impact, and opportunities for philanthropic investment.
Working closely with senior fundraising leaders and colleagues across Programs, Impact, Finance and Communications, this individual will translate complex programmatic, financial, and impact information into clear, persuasive, and accurate narratives. This is an opportunity for a talented writer who enjoys engaging with rigorous evidence, understanding complex ideas, and helping an ambitious organization secure the resources needed to scale its impact.
Key responsibilities
Philanthropic writing & proposal development
- Lead the writing and development of high-quality funding proposals, concept notes, investment narratives, and other materials for institutional and philanthropic funders.
- Translate complex program strategies, financial information, and impact evidence into compelling narratives tailored to different philanthropic audiences.
- Collaborate with senior fundraising leaders to develop persuasive funding opportunities that reflect donor interests and RTV's strategic priorities.
- Adapt existing content and develop new materials to respond to funder requirements while maintaining consistency, accuracy, and clarity.
- Edit and strengthen written materials to ensure they meet a high standard of analytical rigor, persuasiveness, and professionalism.
Donor reporting & impact communication
- Lead the development of high-quality narrative reports for philanthropic partners, clearly communicating program implementation, results, challenges, and learning.
- Interpret and synthesize approved programmatic data, impact evaluations, financial information, and other evidence into accessible, accurate donor-facing materials.
- Collaborate with Programs, Impact, Finance, and other colleagues to clarify technical information and ensure reporting accurately reflects RTV's work and results.
- Tailor reports to the information needs and expectations of different funders, including those with sophisticated analytical and evidence requirements.
Content development & cross-functional collaboration
- Collaborate with the Communications team to ensure consistency in organizational messaging while developing materials tailored to specific funding opportunities.
- Proactively coordinate with Programs, Impact, Finance, and other colleagues to obtain and clarify the information needed for proposals and reports, identifying information gaps early and ensuring written materials are based on accurate, approved evidence.
- Develop and maintain reusable written content that can be adapted for proposals, reports, and other philanthropic materials.
- Contribute to continuous improvements in the quality, clarity, and efficiency of RTV's philanthropic writing.
Qualifications and experience
- 5-8+ years of relevant experience in institutional fundraising, grant writing, technical writing, business writing, or complex proposal development.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively.
- Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to interpret and synthesize quantitative data, technical information, and financial or programmatic evidence.
- Experience producing high-quality written materials for sophisticated external audiences, including funders, investors, or other institutional stakeholders.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, consistency, and intellectual rigor.
- Strong project coordination skills, including the ability to proactively identify information needs, engage colleagues across departments, and move complex writing projects forward despite competing priorities.
- Ability to manage multiple writing assignments, incorporate feedback, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience developing proposals and reports for major foundations, institutional donors, or evidence-focused philanthropic organizations.
- Familiarity with rigorous impact evaluation methodologies, including randomized controlled trials (RCTs), cost-effectiveness analyses, and other approaches to assessing program effectiveness.
- Ability to critically interpret and clearly communicate findings from research studies, impact evaluations, and cost-effectiveness models.
- Experience translating complex quantitative evidence into accessible and persuasive funding narratives.
- Familiarity with international development, poverty alleviation, or other evidence-driven social impact initiatives.
- Experience writing about programs operating across multiple countries or complex implementation environments.
Disclaimer:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. The company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.
RTV uses artificial intelligence to screen and assess applicants for this position, including through an applicant tracking system (ATS) that helps sort applications based on job related criteria. Our hiring team reviews all candidates and makes all final decisions.
Ontario Inclusion and Accessibility Statement:
RTV is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. We comply with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the employment process.
