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Masouda Khalifa

Halifax

Summary

Operations and development professional with extensive experience in grant administration, fundraising, and program management for nonprofit organizations across North America, Africa, and the Middle East. Skilled in drafting and managing grant agreements, conducting due diligence, and ensuring compliance with funding regulations. Proven ability to coordinate donor stewardship, process grantee applications, and manage reporting requirements with accuracy and attention to detail. Strong intercultural communication skills and experience supporting grassroots organizations, with a commitment to advancing land rights, environmental justice, and equity for Indigenous Peoples and local communities.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director & Director of Fundraising (Volunteer)

The Halifax Helpers
2024 - Current
  • Led organizational fundraising strategy, securing donor support and grant funding.
  • Directed operational systems to sustain free tutoring programs for underserved students.
  • Recruited, trained, and managed diverse volunteer teams across programs.
  • Built partnerships with community organizations and local schools.

Development Coordinator

Dalhousie University
01.2024 - Current
  • Support fundraising for STEAM programs through donor stewardship and relationship management.
  • Prepare and update gift agreements, stewardship reports, and donor communications, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across faculties on prospect research, donor engagement, and impact reporting.
  • Manage multiple deliverables under tight deadlines, balancing narrative storytelling with CRM-based data.

Admin and Communications Coordinator

Ronald McDonald House Charities Atlantic
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Coordinated philanthropy and communications, supporting donor engagement and fundraising appeals.
  • Produced tailored donor reports and managed EDI volunteer advocacy.
  • Developed communication strategies to increase visibility and strengthen donor relationships.
  • Contributed to grant writing and stewardship reporting.

Director of Operations (Volunteer)

Technology.ly
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Streamlined organizational operations and managed cross-regional volunteer teams.
  • Coordinated fundraising initiatives and developed project workflows.
  • Supported digital transformation and reporting systems.

Director of Operations (Volunteer)

Elham
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Directed operations for a grassroots initiative focused on community empowerment and youth engagement.
  • Oversaw grant applications, reporting, and compliance processes.
  • Built and maintained systems for volunteer coordination and project delivery.

Assistant Store Manager

Judith and Charles
01.2019 - 12.2022
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.

Call Centre Support Specialist

TD Insurance
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Delivered customer support while ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting claims and providing timely solutions.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation and tracked customer satisfaction.

Marketing Assistant

Hudson’s Bay
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Assisted in developing and executing marketing campaigns to drive customer engagement.
  • Supported promotional events and ensured brand messaging consistency.
  • Coordinated cross-functional communication between sales, operations, and customer service teams.

Education

Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership -

Carleton University
08-2026

Project Management Certificate -

Dalhousie University
11-2025

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing & Psychology

Saint Mary’s University
01.2019

Skills

  • Relationship building and management
  • Fundraising
  • Operations management
  • Strategic planning
  • Preparing grant proposals
  • Grant research
  • Proposal development

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Full Professional

Timeline

Development Coordinator

Dalhousie University
01.2024 - Current

Admin and Communications Coordinator

Ronald McDonald House Charities Atlantic
01.2022 - 01.2024

Director of Operations (Volunteer)

Technology.ly
01.2021 - 01.2024

Director of Operations (Volunteer)

Elham
01.2020 - 01.2023

Assistant Store Manager

Judith and Charles
01.2019 - 12.2022

Call Centre Support Specialist

TD Insurance
01.2019 - 01.2020

Marketing Assistant

Hudson’s Bay
01.2018 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing & Psychology

Saint Mary’s University

Executive Director & Director of Fundraising (Volunteer)

The Halifax Helpers
2024 - Current

Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership -

Carleton University

Project Management Certificate -

Dalhousie University
Masouda Khalifa