Fundraising Coordinator

6 months ago

Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada Islamic Relief Canada Full time

**Location: Metro Vancouver**

**Status: Part-time, contract**

**Department: Fund Development**

**Salary: $30 - $33 hourly**

**ABOUT ISLAMIC RELIEF**:
Islamic Relief is a faith-based relief and development agency working to save and transform the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable people. Established in 1984, we now work in over 45 countries assisting individuals, families and communities through emergency response and development projects that typically help over 10 million people each year. Islamic Relief is a member of the Humanitarian Coalition.

**DEPARTMENT**:
The Fund Development department aims to develop and implement strategies to increase the funding income of Islamic Relief through a range of fundraising initiatives and through acquisition and retention of donors, volunteers and community supporters

**JOB PURPOSE**:

- This position will work directly under the Regional FD Manager. He/she will be responsible for supporting the fulfillment of the organisational objectives of developing and optimising on community fundraising and volunteer initiatives
- This position will be the point of contact and representative of IRC with their regional volunteer teams.

**SCOPE**:

- Recruit, co-ordinate and supervise volunteers and volunteer groups within the assigned region/area
- Take a volunteer-led approach in ensuring the effective delivery of fundraising activities and events locally
- Representing the organisation at fundraising and other events
- Dealing with related logístical issues and ensuring that materials and equipment are available
- Establish new relationships and maintain allocated relationships with key stakeholders

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:
**Community Relations**
- Maintain existing donor relationships and partnerships with a focus on an allocated area within the region
- Explore and develop new relationships and partnerships with the goal of widening the community outreach and increasing the number of new donors to Islamic Relief
- Manage the stakeholder relationships by holding regular meetings, providing feedback on donations and exploring what Islamic Relief can offer them
- Manage mosque and community relations
- Organizing Jummah or Taraweeh collections for campaigns.
- Distribute material for specific campaigns at mosques and other gatherings (Ramadan, Qurbani, Emergencies)
- Set up fundraisers at mosques and in the community to raise funds and awareness
- Meet fundraising targets and ensure return on investment is met with individuals and/or networks we partner with
- Formalise partnerships with individuals and networks by following the necessary protocols i.e. establishing a Memorandum of Understanding or contracts
- Provide fundraising support to stakeholders working with Islamic Relief
- Respond to fundraising and other enquiries in relation to regional activities
- Communicate performance and provide regular updates to Line Manager
- Utilise all regional and personal social media platforms to promote Islamic Relief messaging, campaigns, activities and appeals

**Volunteers and Networking**
- Build a regional volunteer team by recruiting, training and managing members
- Lead the regional volunteer team in planning and executing grass roots community events
- Lead regional volunteer team in executing larger IRC events, challenges and tours
- Assist with any fundraising activities taking place in the region
- Lead volunteer team to promote and obtain attendance at or with all IRC fundraising events and initiatives
- Attend and network at local and IRC events to build relationships, recruit for new volunteers

**Event Planning and Execution**
- Lead regional volunteer teams in managing events locally or event participation in consultation with line manager
- Represent the organisation at IR and non-IR events
- Ensure that appropriate materials and equipment are available for events
- Loading, delivering and returning materials and equipment to and from functions
- Maintaining supplies of fundraising/promotional materials at all times

**QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES**:
**Experience**:

- Experience in establishing and developing relationships with key stakeholders
- Demonstrate experience in project coordination i.e. events and campaigns
- Experience of organising and supervising events
- Experience of recruiting, managing and developing volunteers
- Full Canadian Driving license

**Knowledge, Skills and Attributes**:

- Knowledge and understanding of the local region and community
- Excellent inter-personal skills and ability to motivate and manage volunteers
- Excellent communication skills Excellent presentation skills
- Strong motivation and empathy towards the aims and objectives of the organisation
- Numerical skills, the ability to work accurately under pressure and pay attention to detail
- Ability to represent Islamic Relief in a wide range of situations
- IT literate with ability to use Google Suite, data bases and project management t

  • Fundraising Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada BC Centre for Ability Full time

    **Fundraising Coordinator** **Position Type**:Full-time **Department**:Development and Communications **Anticipated Start Date**:ASAP** **About Us** BC Centre for Ability (BCCFA) has been delivering quality services for children, youth and adults with disabilities and their families since 1969. We are the largest community-based provider of child...

  • Manager, Fundraising

    7 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Praxis Institute Full time

    Praxis Spinal Cord Institute (Praxis) is a Canadian-based not-for-profit organization that leads global collaboration in spinal cord injury research, innovation, and care. We advance ground-breaking ideas that can be put into practice, making lives better. We actively engage people living with spinal cord injuries and other world-class experts to work...

  • Coordinator, Community Fundraising

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada MS Canada Full time

    **Discover. Innovate. Act**: We are guided on the journey to end MS through discoveries, innovation and collective action. This strategy connects the MS community through our common goal of a world free of MS. Together, we work to advance treatment and care, enhance well-being, understand, and halt disease progression and ultimately prevent MS from happening...

  • Development Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Easter Seals BCYukon Full time

    **About Easter Seals** Easter Seals BC & Yukon is one of British Columbia’s legacy charities operating for over six decades to provide programs and services to better the lives of children and adults with diverse abilities. Operated by the BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities (Society), Easter Seals BC & Yukon has helped 1.1 million families in...

  • Development Coordinator

    2 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Easter Seals BCYukon Full time

    **About Easter Seals** Easter Seals BC & Yukon is one of British Columbia’s legacy charities operating for over six decades to provide programs and services to better the lives of children and adults with diverse abilities. Operated by the BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities (Society), Easter Seals BC & Yukon has helped 1.1 million families in...

  • Fundraising Officer

    3 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Human Concern International Full time

    At Human Concern International (HCI), we are more than a great and open place to work in — our work is life-changing. Together, we try to move families from crisis to sustainability. More than 40 years ago the inspiration for HCI began with three volunteers’ wishing to change the lives of thousands of Afghan refugees in Pakistan. Today, together with our...

  • Vancouver Folk Fest Board of Directors

    2 weeks ago

    Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada Vancouver Folk Music Festival Full time

    Applications due by January 29, 2025 The Vancouver Folk Music Festival Society is looking for leaders who have a strong desire to make arts and culture a priority in our community to serve on its Board of Directors. We are seeking people who will help build a sustainable base on which our beloved festival can thrive. Come join a fun, collaborative,...

  • Fund Development Manager

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Charitable Impact Full time

    Are you an experienced fundraising professional looking to connect people with the causes that matter most to them? Are you interested in contributing to a coordinated approach to philanthropy? Look no further - join the Cause Funds team at Charitable Impact as our new Fund Development Manager. **The Cause Funds program** enables donors to give to a causal...

  • Fund Development Manager

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Charitable Impact Full time

    Are you an experienced fundraising professional looking to connect people with the causes that matter most to them? Are you interested in contributing to a coordinated approach to philanthropy? Look no further - join the Cause Funds team at Charitable Impact as our new Fund Development Manager. **The Cause Funds Program** enables donors to give to a causal...

  • Strategic Fundraising Director for Advancement and Alumni Relations

    3 weeks ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Fundraising Director to lead our Advancement and Alumni Relations team at AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising plan that encompasses short- and long-term philanthropic goals.The successful candidate will have a...

  • Fundraising Communications

    1 month ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Capilano University Full time

    **Competition Number** - S181273P**Position Title** - Fundraising Communications & Research Specialist**Position Number** - S99616**Employee Group** - Staff**Position Status** - Regular Full-Time**Start Date** - 12/09/2024**End Date (if applicable)** **Department** - University Relations**Additional Notes** **Location** - North Vancouver**Working with...

  • Program Manager, 50/50, Events

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Canucks Sports & Entertainment Full time

    **Position**:Program Manager, 50/50, Events & Fundraising **Department**:Canucks for Kids Fund **Reports to**:Senior Manager, Canucks for Kids Fund Events, 50/50 The Canucks for Kids Fund dedicates resources to assist charities which support children's heath and wellness, foster the development of grassroots hockey, and facilitate and encourage education...

  • Community Engagement Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

    The Community Engagement Coordinator represents Belkin Communities of Hope to the wider community through the volunteer program, community events, fundraising, and external communications. Their primary responsibility is the oversight of Belkin Communities of Hope community engagement program. They plan, direct, monitor, and coordinate multiple programs...

  • Program Development Coordinator

    7 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Diabetes Canada Full time

    A world free of the effects of diabetes is our vision. That’s why we’re working together to improve the quality of life of people living with diabetes. We’re sharing knowledge and creating connections for individuals and the health-care professionals who care for them; advocating through public policy; and funding research to improve treatments and...

  • Coordinator, Special Events

    7 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Covenant House Vancouver Full time

    As we serve vulnerable youth, all employees working for Covenant House Vancouver must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required prior to your start date. **About Covenant House Vancouver**: Since 1997, Covenant House Vancouver has provided relentless support for youth experiencing, or at-risk of experiencing,...

  • Community Engagement Coordinator

    2 days ago

    Greater Vancouver A, Canada Habitat for Humanity Greater Vancouver Full time

    **Job Title**: Community Engagement Coordinator **Location**: Greater Vancouver Area **Terms**: Full-time **About Habitat for Humanity Greater Vancouver** Habitat for Humanity Greater Vancouver (HFHGV) is dedicated to eliminating poverty housing and making decent housing a matter of conscience. We bring communities together to help families build strength,...

  • Donor Relations Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Vancouver Community College Full time

    **Pclass #** - S9873**Who We Are** - We acknowledge that Vancouver Community College (_VCC_) is located on the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of this land from time immemorial._ For over 55 years, VCC has been a leader in...

  • Development Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon Full time

    **About the Organization** At Ronald McDonald House Charities® British Columbia and Yukon (RMH BC), we envision a province where families stay close to their sick children. Today, 2 out of 3 Canadians live in a city or town without a children’s hospital. Our Mission is to give sick children the healing power of being together with family. As a champion...

  • Gift and Data Coordinator

    3 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Pacific Salmon Foundation Full time

    **Position Identification** **Title**: Gift and Data Coordinator **Department**: Marketing, Communications & Development **Status and Funding**: Full-time; Grant Funded **Organizational Summary** The Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF) is salmon first, salmon always. We harness the passion and power of people to save and restore Pacific salmon in B.C. and...

  • Development Coordinator, Community Giving Direct

    6 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada BC Cancer Foundation Full time

    This is the most exciting time in the history of cancer research and care. We are on the cusp of true transformation. Cancer is the world’s biggest health crisis and the BC Cancer Foundation—the fundraising partner of BC Cancer—has launched the most ambitious and comprehensive healthcare campaign in BC’s history to lead this transformation and...