Community Engagement Coordinator

Renfrew Educational Services is a not-for-profit, registered charity operating as an independent school. We are an acknowledged leader in program development for students with disabilities. For 51 years Renfrew has offered a wide range of programs and services to children and youth from Calgary and surrounding areas. Renfrew Educational Services is committed to providing inclusive and supportive educational environments for all children and youth. Our mission is to empower children and youth with disabilities to reach their full potential through tailored educational programs and compassionate teaching. Please refer to the Renfrew Educational Services webpage: http://www.renfreweducation.org under the ‘Services & Programs’ for more information about the programs and services that Renfrew provides.

We are currently accepting applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Community Engagement Coordinator to join our team. This position is based out of our Janice McTighe Centre (2050 21 St NE, Calgary, AB) and is a permanent position.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including RRSP matching.
• Supportive team dynamics and regular opportunities for collaboration
• Safe and supportive workplace
• Excellent mentorship and leadership
• Consistent work hours

Qualifications:

• University degree in a relevant discipline such as business, not-for-profit management, public relations, communications, or marketing.
• 5-7 years’ experience in resource development, project management or related field, preferably in a not-for-profit environment.
• Proven experience developing, implementing and/or operation of a successful annual and/or capital campaign.
• Demonstrated ability to make compelling and successful philanthropic asks ranging from $10,000 – $500,000+.
• CFRE or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong experience with marketing and communications including digital marketing platforms, social media and tracking trends for the not-for-profit sector.
• Demonstrated experience with event management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Prior experience in one or more funding database programs is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Senior Executive Team.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of individuals, corporations, foundations, families, and granting organizations that have been contacted in the past and/or as part of the recent campaign.
• Continue to foster new leads and additions to the database through outreach, networking and utilizing the contacts of the Board and Senior Executive Team.
• Utilize the database to track all donations received and update weekly.
• Lead the development and implementation of annual capital, and multi-year fundraising plans in support of Renfrew’s vision, mission, and goals.
• Coordinate all aspects of a comprehensive fundraising program including major gifts, grant applications, fundraising events (internal and third party), electronic mail, online giving, planned giving, and donor stewardship.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward the portfolio of donor prospects, including individuals, corporations, foundations, community groups, and granting organizations/agencies.
• Lead the development of high-quality support materials, proposals, grant applications, presentations, and other communication materials for presentations to donors, prospects, and community partners.
• Lead the production of the organization’s annual report.
• Ensure all past donors are kept apprised of our progress and new initiatives through distribution of a regularly produced newsletter of other such correspondence.
• Monitor annual plan performance for achievement of donor revenue targets.
• Monitor external environment including regulatory landscape, political and economic outlook, sector and industry trends, for strategic adjustments and engage organizational leadership appropriately.
• Lead in the development, implementation, and measurement of internal and external communication strategies (i.e., community newsletter).
• Provide reports, (written/oral), quarterly to the Renfrew Educational Services’ Foundation Board.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit the following:

1. A cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience.
2. A current resume.
3. Contact information for three professional references.

Please send your application to the Staff Resource Team at:

employment@renfreweducation.org

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Renfrew Educational Service is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.