Career Opportunities

Maternity Today is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to sharing evidence and resources with communities, health-care workers and midwives in developing countries. Our office is located in Ottawa, Canada but receives support from global health experts and midwives around the world. Our key priority areas include improving midwifery profession and institutional delivery, newborn adolescent health, community mobilization and advocacy for gender equality and adolescent health.

As part of our work, we also empower passionate health-care professionals to advocate and improve policies that enhance the quality of maternal and child health care in developing countries.

1. Campaign Fundraiser Volunteer

Position Overview:

Maternity Today (MT) is currently searching for a Campaign Fundraiser to join the team.The successful candidatewill organize activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary gifts for the organization from individuals or corporate donors, the role will also require raising awareness for the organization’s work, goals and financial needs.

The Campaign Fundraiser Volunteer will:

Create a strong fundraising message that appeals to potential donors
Organize campaigns or events to solicit donations
Maintain records of donor information
Source, train, and recruit fundraisers
Ensure that all legal reporting requirements are satisfied
Compile or develop materials to submit to funding organizations
Develop strategies to encourage new or increased contributions
Partner with the graphics team to design or produce materials such as posters, newsletters to promote, market or advertise fundraising events

We are in the early stages of revamping strategies, structures and procedures so this role will be busy and expanding. You will have the opportunity to create new processesgeared towards organizational growth and development.

Experience & Qualifications:

A related degree in public relations, journalism, communications, English or business
Previous working experience in fundraising
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent leadership and decision-making abilities

Footnotes:

This position can be done virtually from anywhere in Canada.
Expectations regarding a time commitment are in the range of 6-8hours per week on average.

To Apply:
Please send us an updated résumé and cover letter to modupe.krakue@maternitytoday.org by May 07, 2021

Maternity Today is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Maternity Today does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

2. Board Secretary Volunteer

Maternity Today (MT) is currently searching for a Board Secretary to join the executive team as a director.The Board Secretary will support the executive team and board of directors at Maternity Today, he/she will organize and maintain the executive schedule and assist with performing a variety of administrative tasks. The goal is to contribute to the efficiency of the overall business by ensuring all assigned secretarial duties are executed timely and efficiently.

Responsibilities:

Maintaining executive’s agenda and assisting in planning appointments, board meetings, conferences etc
Maintaining meeting minutes and ensuring Annual General meeting logistics are maintained in collaboration with the Chair of the Board
Handling and prioritizing all outgoing or incoming correspondence
Maintaining electronic and paper records ensuring information is organized and accessible
Conducting research and prepare presentations or reports as assigned

Experience & Qualifications:

A degree or diploma in Social Science, Humanities, Political Science, International Relations or a related field
Proven experience in a leadership role, senior management or in board membership
Proven skills in strategic planning, SWOT analysis and organizational evaluation
In depth knowledge of office management
Excellent communication, organization and time-management skills
Integrity and confidentiality
Excellent leadership and decision-making abilities
Familiarity with basic research methods and reporting techniques

Footnotes:

This position can be done virtually from anywhere in Canada.
Expectations regarding a time commitment are in the range of 8-10 hours per month on average.

To Apply:
Please send us an updated résumé and cover letter to modupe.krakue@maternitytoday.org by May31st, 2021.

3.Volunteer Board Chair

Maternity Today (MT) is currently searching for a Volunteer Board Chair to join the executive team as a director.

Position Overview:
The Volunteer Board Chair will act as the chair of the Board of Directors, andwill carry out additional leadership duties relating to the functioning, responsibilities and effectiveness of the Board of Directors of the Maternity Today organization. The Volunteer Board Chair will assist and advise, providing independent, effective leadership to the Board in the governance of MT.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to, advisingand providingsound counsel to the board members
Participate in strategic planning, SWOT analysis along with board and organizational evaluation process
Creationand advisementon agendas and related materials for Board meetings
Carry out duties delegated by the Board
Develop and implement processes and practices that support the deliberations of the Board in order that the Board may diligently fulfill its duties and conduct its work and affairs effectively and efficiently
Maintaining electronic and paper records ensuring information is organized and accessible
Assistwith the planning and achievement of the financial goals of Maternity Today, which may include working towards a specified budget, revenue generation or revenue sourcing
Lead special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Board, such as policydevelopment or implementation
Mentor new appointees to the Board, and provide oversight, coaching and advice with a view to ensuring quality, consistency and accountability
Take on responsibility, as appropriate, for communication and coordination with Committee Chairs
Maintain current knowledge in Maternity Today’s field of expertise and participate in professional development opportunities

We are in the early stages of revamping strategies, structures and procedures so this role will be busy and expanding. You will have the opportunity to create new processes geared towards organizational growth and development.

Qualifications

Post-secondary education in Social Sciences, Political Science, Humanities and relevant education and experience
The Volunteer Board Chair is expected to possess all the qualifications of a Member and additional leadership abilities
Proven ability to undertake organizational strategic planning and evaluation
Ability to oversee the implementation of a strategic vision by ensuring appropriate plans are implemented, in order to deliver efficient, effective and high-quality services
A comprehensive understanding of Maternity Today’s corporate policies and supporting procedures
An understanding of governmental values and a commitment to working within the government’s accountability structure
Knowledge of, and displayed commitment to, sound governance practices
An understanding of sound financial and operational business processes and practices
Familiarity with basic research methods and reporting techniques

Footnotes:

At least a 3 years commitment, depending on the guidance of the governance and Human Resources committee, this position description will be fully evaluated by the governance and Human Resources committee and updates and recommendation to the Board for consideration and approval.
This position can be done virtually from anywhere in Canada.
Expectations regarding a time commitment are in the range of 8-10 hours per monthon average.

To Apply:
Please send us an updated résumé and cover letter to modupe.krakue@maternitytoday.org by May 31st, 2021.

4.Director Funding, Partnership and Development

Position Overview:
Did you know? About 830 women die from pregnancy or childbirth related complications around the world every day, we work currently in Uganda, Malawi and Zambia.

Do you dream of working in an environment where there is excellent communication, transparency, teaching, listening, asking, thinking, working hard, and having fun are normal, expected? Imagine having a mentor, peers, or partners where candid feedback, self-improvement, strategizing, creativity, learning, and succeeding are all a norm, if this opportunity excites you, then you could be a great fit!

The Director Funding, Partnership and Development will ensure Maternity Today develops and maintains strong and effective partnerships and purposeful relationships that are relevant to organizational strategies. The role will promote the vision and objectives of Maternity Today to all Stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements a Partnership Strategy that supports Maternity Today’s Strategy and that ensures the very best of relationships with partners, donors and others.
Ensures that all personnel understand the importance of the Partnership Strategy and how it relates to them, and that they are fully involved in its implementation.
Ensures excellent relations with key government partners and put in place systems that maintain them. Ensures effective engagement of strategic partners, especially Society groups and traditional leadership.
Develops strategic partnership-building approaches with government, Donor, Civil Society, Corporate, and Maternity Today stakeholders.
Facilitates the strategic engagement with relevant International and National stakeholders on conservation and related issues.
Maintains a database of information relating to Partners’ and, Donors’, individual requirements and goals, and such other details as are relevant to the development and maintenance of those partnerships.
Develops and manages Memorandum of Understandings as may arise from partnerships.
Working with the Fundraising & Partnership Manager, engage in fundraising activities for Maternity Today programs.
Write grants and proposals with the ability to get positive results.

Working Relationships
Internal: Interacts with the Maternity Today Fundraising and Partnership team and executives regularly.

External: Interacts with National Governmental Institutions, Non-Government Institutions, Academic Institutions, the media, donors, Specialists, Consultants and other Stakeholders

What’s in it for you?
In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop your ability to think both strategically and drive fast-paced execution. We will give you plenty of opportunities for you to be an inspirational and collaborative co-functional leader. Passionate about being a part of a critical function of a growing company and continuous learning? We will have plenty of that for you!

We are in the early stages of building strategies, structures and process so this role will be busy and expanding. You would have the opportunity to create something new and amaze all of us and grow right with the company.

Experience & Qualifications

University Degree in Business Management, Development Studies or related fields.
Proven track record in successfully managing Inter-Institutional relations, preferably in the development field.
At least 5 years professional experience in Inter-Institutional relationship managementand knowledge and experience of the realities of development issues, Donor Institutions, and the Not-for-Profit sector.
Excellent understanding of development partnerships, fund-raising, donor strategies, functions and international relations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and public speaking skills.
Excellent inter-personal skills, and ability to maintain strong relationships, Strong cross-cultural skills and versatility in dealing with different types of partnership.
Strong ability to write grants and proposals with positive results.
Excellent knowledge of available grants for international development projects.
Thoughtfulness and diplomacy skills to engage with high profile partners and stakeholders.
Experience working with international organizations and bodies such as UN, WHO.
Strong knowledge of UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Footnotes:

This position can be done virtually from anywhere in Canada.
Expectations regarding a time commitment are in the range of 8-10 hours per week on average.
This is a volunteer position that could potentially lead into a permanent role within the organization.

To Apply:
Please send us an updated résumé and cover letter to modupe.krakue@maternitytoday.org on or before May07, 2021.