Job Description

Huron Shores Hospice has an exciting opportunity for an energetic, organized, self-motivated candidate with strong communication and stakeholder management skills, eager to work in a values-based organization. The Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for planning special events, community awareness, social media, and community engagement, donor relations, and is also responsible for recruitment and management of all fund development-related volunteers.

Work Location:

Huron Shores Hospice is in Tiverton, Ontario. Work from home is acceptable for some tasks.

Hours per week:

This is a 35-hour-per-week position. Standard Work Week: (Monday to Friday) with flexible working hours based on the requirements of the position; evenings and weekends where necessary

Compensation:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

Planning, Special Events and Community Awareness

Responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating special events and promotions.

Help set fundraising goals, prepare and send out sponsorship packages to past and potential sponsors, and secure in-kind donations

Maintain guest lists, gather and prepare registration materials, and other duties as assigned for fund-raising events

Responsible for the development and implementation of awareness campaigns

Oversees the cultivation, acquisition, solicitation and recruitment of event participants, attendees, teams, donors, and volunteers

Responsible for the development of marketing materials and the implementation of plans to promote events

Build community awareness by setting up presentations with community groups

Collaborates with the Executive Director, Grant Writing Committee, and the Fundraising Committee of the board to develop an annual fund development plan to meet budget requirements and acts as the liaison between the committees to report back and execute the plan

Collaborates with the Executive Director and the Fundraising Committee to develop and implement an annual communications plan

Handle all administrative details associated with the fundraising committee meetings (i.e. prepare and distribute notices, agendas, minutes, etc.)

Donor Retention, Stewardship, and Recognition

Responsible for leveraging donor retention insights and identifying and stewarding donors and donor prospects; implement strategies to encourage new or increase contributions

Conduct preliminary research on prospective corporate, foundation and individual donors

Steward and grow our monthly giving program, Compassion Champions

Collaborate with Legacy Lead to steward and grow our legacy giving program and maintain recognition wall

Steward and grow our security donation program

Steward major donors by arranging meetings, phone calls and thank you letters providing an update on the organization

Maintain and update donor database, tracking and reporting donor retention and development trends (Sumac Database Program)

Work to increase giving annually

Answer donor questions regarding past donations and giving opportunities

Prepare donor acknowledgements for all incoming contributions & responsible for welcoming first-time donors with a welcome package

Communications and Community Relations

Write and send out a monthly eNewsletter telling the story of our organization, sharing upcoming events and driving impact

Coordinate production and mailing of year-end printed newsletter and any annual appeal letters

Create monthly fundraising reports and other database reports as needed

Design and schedule posts and monitor all social media platforms. Track and report analytics on all social media platforms and website

Develop stories that can be told to community to drive impact

Maintain and update website with an eye to search engine optimization and track analytics

Write blogs for website

Maintain and update Google Business Page

Other Duties

Assist the Executive Director with other duties as assigned

Requirements and Knowledge

2-5 years of experience in event planning, fundraising, or public relations; nonprofit experience a plus.

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Event Planning, PR, or related field.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Experience with social media, website management, and design tools (Wix, Canva) preferred.

Proficient in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Office applications.

Experience working with volunteers and fostering positive relationships.

Compassionate, client-focused, with a passion for hospice and palliative care.

About Huron Shores Hospice

Huron Shores Hospice is a volunteer-led nonprofit organization that provides quality of life at the end of life, offering compassionate, holistic care and support to individuals living with a life-limiting illness.

Support is extended to their family members and caregivers, and to those grieving the loss of a loved one. Hospice programs and services are offered at no cost to those we support, and are available irrespective of age, gender, religion, race, ethnicity, or economic status. Whether in the community or our 2-bed Residence, Hospice provides specialized support programs and services with a person- centered approach. Individuals and families are intimately involved in creating their own care plan that addresses their unique needs. Our competent and committed Hospice staff and volunteers work together as a team with other community partners and service providers to provide full support and quality Hospice Palliative Care.

Hospice is an equal opportunity employer, and we will accommodate candidate needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate disabilities. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview and selection process fully and fairly, please notify the Executive Director if you are selected for an interview and we will endeavor to provide a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account your accessibility needs.

The job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

To further explore this opportunity, please submit your resume with a cover letter by email only, to the attention of:

Cathy Herbert Executive Director

cathy@huronshoreshospice.ca

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance
Work Location: In person