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Job Title: Community Engagement Coordinator
Position Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Reports to: Executive Director
Education /Experience Requirements:
Post-secondary diploma or degree in Event Planning, Fundraising & Promotion (or equivalent) and a minimum of 3 years’ experience promoting and hosting successful fundraising activities. Experience in generating revenue for a non-profit charitable organization.
Position Requirements:
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Experience in promotion of a non-profit charitable organization
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Experience in marketing
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Skills in Graphic design
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Coordination and implementation of special events
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Grant writing skills
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Effective public speaker
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Computer savvy with working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, donor management software, and social media platforms
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Experience in Website design and maintenance
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Access to reliable transportation
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Ability to have a flexible work schedule to accommodate special events
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Police Record Check – vulnerable sector
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Fully vaccinated against Covid-19 virus
Job Responsibilities:
Fundraising
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Coordinate, implement and develop opportunities for growth of current fundraising initiatives
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Keep Donors informed of their financial contributions
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Input donations into Basic Funder Premier
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Execute thank you letters and annual tax receipt mailing to donors
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Develop and implement new fundraising strategies and initiatives
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Expand donor base through the marketing and promotion strategies
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Maintain event participation database
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Write grant requests for funding of various agency programs
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Complete grant reports as required by funder
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Seek out corporate partners and make presentation with the support of agency staff
Marketing/Communications/Promotions
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Ongoing promotion of all WCS programs and services to increase community awareness
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Maintain a strong online organizational presence by actively maintaining WCS’s website, Facebook page, Twitter account and other social media sites
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Create databases that will be relevant for donor and fundraising communication
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Maintain and update the rolling signboard, promotional TV’s located at WCS and at the Woolwich Thrift Shop
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Coordinate with co-workers the design of an agency calendar and information sharing avenues
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Complete email blasts to volunteers, partners and donors about upcoming programs and events
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Create marketing materials for the agency (i.e posters, signage etc.)
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Provide accurate information on WCS programs and services to community members and other organizations
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Respond to inquiries from external agencies, business and community members providing information and support to meet their requests
Community Engagement/Events
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Provide the opportunities for social, educational and recreational programs for all ages: families, adults, children and youth at the Community Hub and community spaces.
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To provide a safe and positive environment that residents can contribute to and grow from
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To work cooperatively with other facility user groups and community providers to create community led programming for all ages
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To plan and implement WCS program opportunities
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Coordinate with/supervise/train/support Child & Youth Coordinator, Program Volunteers
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Create facilty user guidelines and expectations, schedule use of room, provide accessible up to date monthly activity calendar
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Collect daily attendance and summary of activities, statistical information from community user groups
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Promote the Community Hub throughout the community
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To maintain a clean, well supplied and organized “Hub” and ensure all equipment/electronics are in working order
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To communicate effectively with the community partners and “Hub” participants with any new or changed information, and/or gaps in services
General Responsibilities:
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Comply with the mission, vision and values of the WCS
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Comply with all WCS policies and procedures
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Participate fully in staff meetings and agency functions
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Be adequately trained and apply the principals of Trauma-sensitive practice
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Participate in professional development opportunities as they become available
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Complete all program statistics and reports as required
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Create and update a “how to” job task manual
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Train, support, schedule and celebrate program volunteers
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Obtain and keep current all certification requirements for position
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Other duties as assigned
Wages are $24.13/hr 2 weeks vacation, paid sick days, mileage paid, benefits after 3 months and RRSP matching plan after 1 year
Applicants will only be considered if they include a cover letter and resume that clearly demonstrates how their previous skills and experience correspond with the above requirements. Applications are due by noon on Monday, December 19th , to Kelly Christie, Executive Director, 5 Memorial Ave, Elmira, ON N3B 2P8; fax 519-669-4210; or by email to woolwichcommunityservices@yahoo.com.
Woolwich Community Services (WCS) has a unique full-time career opportunity for a well-rounded community focused individual. This opportunity will champion the initiatives of our community agency in providing for residents living in Woolwich Township and immediate surrounding area. WCS offers a supportive, positive work environment that encourages impactful work assisting people where they are in their lives. Staff enjoy having input in program development and professional development opportunities, while having their work-life balance respected. WCS offers a benefit package that includes an RRSP matching plan. If this excites you come join our team!