Fundraiser
Start Date: ASAP
Position Type: Full-time, 40 hours/week
Wage: Guaranteed $19 per hour + performance-based incentives (no commission). Benefits available after 6 months of full-time employment (details below).
Location: GTA – city street fundraising team (placement based on need)
Description
Public Outreach is looking for confident, passionate communicators to join our in-person fundraising teams across the Greater Toronto Area. You'll be inspiring folks on the streets of Toronto, your role is to start meaningful conversations that lead to real change.
We represent some of the world’s most respected non-profits – organizations fighting for climate action, humanitarian aid, and human rights. Our charity partners depend on steady, long-term support to continue their life-changing work – and as a Public Outreach Fundraiser, you’ll help make that possible by inspiring people to become ongoing monthly donors.
This is not your average fundraising job. You’ll be a storyteller, advocate, and ambassador – someone who can connect authentically, communicate with empathy, and spark enthusiasm for change.
Requirements:
- Strong command of the English language
- Availability for full-time work (at least 4 days per week) within the following shifts:
- Monday-Saturday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Ability and willingness to work on your feet for extended periods
- Comfortable working outdoors year-round, rain or shine
- Ability to reliably commute to GTA fundraising sites (Kipling & Vaughan).
- Access to a car is a valuable asset but not a requirement (we encourage team carpools!)
Qualifications:
- Excellent communication, storytelling, and listening skills
- Charismatic, engaging, and persuasive communicator – someone who can inspire others
- Genuine passion for social justice, humanitarian aid, and environmental protection
- Resilience and emotional maturity – able to handle rejection with positivity
- Confidence speaking with people from diverse backgrounds
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
- A team player who also thrives independently
- Leadership experience is a strong asset
Overview of Job Duties:
- Engage face-to-face with the public on behalf of respected non-profits
- Build rapport, listen actively, and tell compelling stories about our charity partners’ work
- Inspire individuals to become monthly donors to sustain meaningful causes
- Represent organizations dedicated to climate justice, equality, and humanitarian relief
- Participate in ongoing coaching and training to strengthen communication and leadership skills
- Work collaboratively with your team to meet daily and weekly fundraising goals
Schedule
- 8 hours per day, 5 days per week (minimum 4-day commitment)
- Shift options:
- Monday-Saturday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
What We Offer
- Guaranteed $19 per hour + performance-based incentives (no commission)
- Bumps to $20 after a successful evaluation period
- Benefits after 6 months of consistent employment
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Full-time, year-round, stable hours
- Ongoing coaching, leadership development, and skills training
- A fun, supportive, and inclusive team environment
- Meaningful work that directly funds change for climate action, conservation, and human rights
- Opportunities for advancement for fundraisers demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills
Public Outreach supports a diverse and equal world and welcomes people from all walks of life into our already eclectic teams. We encourage Peoples of Colour, Indigenous Peoples, Queer/Trans identifying, as well as peoples with Dis/abilities to apply!
Accommodations available upon request throughout the hiring process.
Want to see what our team is all about?
Follow us on Instagram: @PublicOutreach
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: On the road
