Community & Donor Engagement Coordinator

**Job Overview**: Reporting to the Director of Fund Development, the Community & Donor Engagement Coordinator manages and coordinates all community engagement opportunities, such as 3rd party fund raising, social service clubs/groups, and corporate giving and volunteering. These opportunities will support The Alex Community Health Centre’s strategic priorities by raising both awareness and funds for programs and services. The Community Engagement Coordinator works collaboratively with the Fund Development, Communication and Program Teams. This is a permanent, full-time position.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manage and grow the third-party and community engagement by seeking activities, events, and opportunities within the community to raise awareness and revenue for The Alex; implement both a communication plan and stewardship program for these opportunities.
- Manage and grow service club/group engagement as well as corporate giving and volunteering by seeking activities, events, and opportunities to raise awareness and revenue for The Alex; implement both a communication plan and stewardship program for these opportunities.
- Represent The Alex and/or coordinate staff and volunteers to represent The Alex at various events within the community, helping to promote the organization’s mission, programs, and services to the public.
- Coordinate all event and activity logistics such as maintaining event calendar, developing briefing notes, preparation of event collateral, scheduling staff and volunteers, as needed for third-party and community engagement activities.
- Respond to all internal and external inquiries regarding third-party and community fundraising opportunities.
- Support the communications and fund development teams with events and activities such as tours, donor stewardship events, cheque presentations etc.; provide general support, when needed.
- Manage a portfolio of 3rd party events, social service clubs/groups, and corporations that are at various levels of engagement.
- Analyze and report on KPI’s for third-party and community fundraising in alignment with the Fund Development Plan.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Relevant University degree or College diploma; related work experience may be considered in lieu.
- Minimum of 2 years related experience in a fundraising, community engagement or communication setting; previous experience in the non-profit sector is an asset.
- Experience with fundraising software, Donor Perfect, is preferable.
- Strong organizational skills, and ability to balance multiple competing priorities and deadlines.
- Exceptional computer and software skills, with experience working in MS Teams and MS Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently, collaboratively, creatively and with initiative.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Professionalism and tact in handling highly sensitive and confidential information ethically and with discretion.
- Class 5 driver’s license, personal vehicle for business use, clean 3-year drivers abstract.
- A satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal record clearance is required.
- Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action.

**Work Environment and Hours**:

- The Alex Community Health Centre: 2840-2 Ave SE, Calgary.
- 1.0 FTE (37.5 hrs/wk)
- Standard hours 8:30 - 4:30, Monday to Friday.
- Continuous periods of sitting, with some standing and walking (sometimes up/down stairwells).
- Occasional driving is required as part of work duties.

**Driving on behalf of The Alex**:
**Benefits**:
Some of the great benefits The Alex has to offer include:

- 3-weeks’ vacation
- Medical and Dental Coverage
- Health / Wellness Spending Accounts
- RRSP and/or Student Loan Repayment Program (up to 5% match)
- Personal Days
- Floating Holiday
- Sick/Wellness Days
- Employee Family Assistance Plan (EFAP)
- Professional Development

**About The Alex**: The Alex is a beacon of hope for Calgary’s most vulnerable citizens, offering wrap-around health care, housing, social, and wellness programs. With a patient and client-centered approach, we envision a community where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive. Our mission is to improve quality of life through accessible and integrated health, housing, and social services. With five decades of experience, we have earned a reputation for tackling tough health and social issues, guiding individuals on their journey from crisis to wellness, and from challenge to change.

**How to apply**:
If you are as passionate as we are about making a difference in people’s lives, please visit our career centre: Jobs at The Alex | The Alex.

The Alex is committed to embedding the principles of equity, inclusion, and diversity across the organization. We are committed to removing barriers to employment that are faced by equity-seeking groups and encourage (but not requ