Financial Planning and Management
● Develop, implement, and manage the organization’s annual budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to meet programmatic and operational goals.
● Prepare regular financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and budget vs. actual reports, for internal leadership and the Board of Directors.
● Lead the organization’s long-term financial planning and forecasting, helping to ensure financial sustainability and resource alignment with the nonprofit’s strategic priorities.
● Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure the organization’s financial stability, making recommendations for improvements as needed.
● Provide guidance and recommendations to the Board of Directors and Executive Director regarding financial strategies and risk management.

Accounting and Financial Compliance
● Oversee the nonprofit’s accounting processes, ensuring adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and nonprofit financial standards.
● Supervise day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and reconciliations.
● Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal financial regulations, tax laws, and nonprofit sector guidelines.
● Coordinate and manage the annual audit process, ensuring timely completion and compliance with auditing standards.
● File required tax documents and regulatory reports, ensuring timely and accurate submission.

Fundraising and Grant Financial Support
● Work closely with the development team to track and report on restricted and unrestricted funds, ensuring compliance with donor restrictions and reporting
requirements.
● Provide financial analysis for grant proposals and reports, collaborating with program staff to assess and manage grant budgets.
● Ensure financial sustainability by identifying new funding sources and revenue opportunities, advising on fundraising strategies that align with financial capacity.
Financial Analysis and Reporting
● Provide ongoing analysis and financial insight to the leadership team and Board to inform decision-making, including financial trends, program performance, and
operational costs.
● Conduct financial modeling and scenario planning to support organizational growth, capital needs,and program expansions.
● Provide clear, understandable financial reports to non-financial stakeholders, ensuring that financial data is accessible and actionable.

Team Leadership and Development
● Supervise and mentor the finance team (if applicable), fostering a positive work environment and providing professional development opportunities.
● Build the capacity of staff in financial literacy and best practices for financial management in a nonprofit setting.
● Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes, improve financial operations, and enhance organizational efficiency.

Board and Stakeholder Engagement
● Support the Board of Directors in its financial oversight role by providing accurate and timely financial information and analysis.
● Assist the Board and senior leadership in developing financial policies, strategic financial goals, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
● Present financial information at Board meetings, ensuring transparency and fostering trust among donors, funders, and other external stakeholders.

Treasury and Cash Management
● Oversee all banking relationships, including account management, signing authorities, and financial institution coordination.
● Ensure proper management of organizational cash flow, liquidity, and reserves to support ongoing operations and strategic initiatives.
● Develop and implement treasury policies, including cash handling, investment, and reserve management policies.
● Monitor and safeguard organizational assets by ensuring appropriate internal controls, fraud prevention measures, and financial security protocols are in place.
● Oversee the management of incoming and outgoing funds, ensuring proper authorization, documentation, and transparency.
● Provide recommendations to the Board on investment strategies, reserve allocations, and financial risk mitigations.
● Ensure timely bank reconciliations and review of all financial accounts for accuracy and accountability.
● Maintain oversight of any organizational credit facilities, lines of credit, or financial obligations.

Program and Service Delivery Oversight
● Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of all services provided by the nonprofit, ensuring they meet the needs of the target populations.
● Ensure that services are delivered in a timely, efficient, and compassionate manner, adhering to the nonprofit’s mission, policies, and standards of practice.
● Monitor the quality of service delivery, ensuring that programs are effective and meet the intended outcomes for participants.
● Coordinate across departments to ensure services are integrated, comprehensive, and aligned with the overall mission of the organization.
● Identify service gaps and work with leadership to develop new programs and services to address community needs.

Volunteer Leadership and Supervision
● Supervise, support, and develop a team of service coordinators, case managers, and direct service staff.
● Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities to ensure staff have the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver high-quality services.
● Conduct regular performance evaluations, providing feedback and support for staff development.
● Foster a team-oriented, collaborative, and positive work culture focused on achieving organizational goals and ensuring the well-being of service recipients.

Client and Community Engagement
● Build and maintain strong relationships with the communities and individuals we serve, ensuring that services are responsive to their needs and preferences.
● Advocate for clients and communities, ensuring that their voices are heard and that services are culturally appropriate, accessible, and inclusive.
● Develop and maintain partnerships with other organizations, service providers, and community stakeholders to enhance the delivery and coordination of services.
● Act as a liaison between the nonprofit and external stakeholders, including clients, funders, government agencies, and community leaders.

Program Evaluation and Impact Measurement
● Develop and implement systems to track and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of services, ensuring continuous improvement.
● Use data and feedback to assess the quality and outcomes of services, identifying areas for improvement and growth.
● Provide regular reports on service delivery and outcomes to the Board of Directors, and other key stakeholders.
● Conduct needs assessments and stay informed about community trends to ensure services remain relevant and impactful.

Financial and Resource Management
● Develop and manage budgets for services, ensuring financial efficiency and sustainability.
● Ensure that services operate within budget parameters while maximizing the impact of available resources.
● Work closely with the fundraising and development teams to secure funding for services and ensure that grants and donations are used effectively to support program delivery.

Compliance and Best Practices
● Ensure that services comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
● Implement best practices for service delivery, including client confidentiality, data management, and ethical standards.
● Stay informed about relevant legal, regulatory, and policy changes that affect service delivery and ensure that the organization remains in compliance.

Make a Difference in a Child's life, Become an In-home Volunteer Angel!

Do you want to support families impacted by cancer? Can you commit four (4) hours per week to providing psychosocial support to a child in need? Join Nankind and help lessen the impact of cancer on families by offering in-home childcare support. 

How You Can Help: 

• Provide psychosocial support to help children develop coping skills and build resilience. 
• Provide fun, educational, creative, and safe experiences for children. 
• Commit to a minimum of six (6) months to ensure stability during a parent’s cancer treatment and recovery. 
• Offer four (4) hours of childcare support per week to the same family in your area. 

Why Volunteer with Nankind?  

Nankind offers a meaningful and rewarding opportunity for volunteers who want to make a real difference in the lives of families affected by cancer. As an In-Home Volunteer Angel, you will provide a safe and caring presence, engage children in fun and creative activities, and support them in processing their parent’s cancer.  

Your presence will have a lasting impact on children whose parents are undergoing treatment, receiving palliative care, or families coping with bereavement. By providing a safe and caring space, you’ll ease stress for families and give parents the reassurance they need to rest and attend medical appointments, knowing their children are in good hands. 

Through weekly visits, you’ll build trust, create meaningful connections, and bring joy into a child’s life. Volunteers receive specialized training and ongoing guidance from Nankind, ensuring they feel supported and confident in their role. 

How to Apply: 

1. Visit our volunteer page.
2. Click “Volunteer Now”.
3. Complete and submit the form. 

Qualifications: 

• Willingness to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• At least one year of professional childcare experience (babysitting, teaching, tutoring, etc.). Experience caring for a sibling or relative does not qualify unless you are a parent or grandparent.
• Experience supporting children with autism or knowledge of ABA is a plus. 
• Must reside in Ontario. 

There's a family in your community waiting for their very own Angel!

The Brooklin Lacrosse Club is an adult men's lacrosse club that plays weekly games at Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby, ON. We generate a good number of fans and strive to provide them with an enjoyable game night experience.  We require a group of volunteers to assist with ticket taking, displaying and selling merchandise, providing fans with direction as needed and operating a frisbee toss game for our young fans during intermission. This year we are also seeking a Disc Jockey DJ position that can play music over the PA system before the game, during stoppages in play and during intermission. A laptop computer with pre-loaded music will be provided for this activity. 

Volunteer your time and talent at a huge community fundraiser! There a number of volunteer postions to be filled such as Walk Marshalls who keep the walkers safe and cheer them on along the route, Food and Beverage Volunteers who pass out refeshments, Wayfindng Volunteers who direct visitors to the event throughout the day, and Logistics Volunteers who help with the set up and tear down of all materials needed that day.

Activity Assistant will be assisting the workshop participants with their tasks: assembly and preparation of their finger foods.