Job Description
Program Coordinator, Fundraising and Events - Student position Status: Full-Time – 14 to 16-week contract Location: Canada – Hybrid - 2 days in-office Cystic Fibrosis Canada is looking for our next Program Coordinator, Fundraising and Events - Student position to take us FURTHER. Further to lengthen life-spans and improve lives. Further in ensuring the care and support needed is available. Further in accessing critical medicines. Further until all people with cystic fibrosis can and do experience everything life has to offer. Are you ready to help us go FURTHER? Apply today and change lives tomorrow. WHO ARE WE? Cystic Fibrosis Canada has dramatically changed the cystic fibrosis story, advancing research and care that has more than doubled life expectancy. Since being founded by parents in 1960, Cystic Fibrosis Canada has grown into a leading organization with a central role engaging people living with cystic fibrosis, parents and caregivers, volunteers, researchers and healthcare professionals, government and donors, all working together to change lives through treatments, research, information and support. Despite remarkable progress, the fight is not yet done; children with cystic fibrosis still have only a 50% chance of living beyond their 50s. The organization’s goal is to keep pushing, keep going further, until all people with cystic fibrosis can and do experience everything life has to offer—and enjoy everything life has to offer. THE ROLE AND IMPACT: Reporting to the Director, Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships the National Signature Events team, this role is an exciting opportunity to learn more about the non -profit sector, including database management, fundraising reporting, and event sponsorship. This role will support diverse portfolios within the Development (revenue and fundraising) team, and work in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications team. RESPONSIBILITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH: The Program Coordinator, Fundraising and Events will work as part of the Development Team, which raises vital funds to directly support the work of CF Canada. The Development Team’s objectives are to drive revenue and build capacity in Signature events, corporate partnerships and major gift donors. The Program Coordinator, Fundraising and Events will develop unique experiences relevant to their post-secondary program studies. Primary duties and responsibilities include: Reporting and Analysis Build reports and provides analysis of Signature event participant and fundraising data Assist with database entry (Raiser’s Edge) and reporting (database training provided) Collaborate with marketing and communications team and events team on Impact Reporting at completion of Signature events Event Stewardship and Partner Relations Support a portfolio of national corporate partners with stewardship and sponsorship fulfillment activities Attend CF Canada events as required to support stewardship of sponsors and participants (vehicle is not required) Assist with donor and prospect research to support a healthy prospect list of Donor Advised Funds and Community Foundations Assist in the stewardship and recognition activities for leadership and planned giving donors. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned WHAT YOU BRING: Ambitious, self-motivated and detail-oriented individual, who thrives on working for a worthy cause by utilizing your skills as part of a fast-paced, dynamic team. You bring energy, positivity and a “can-do” attitude to your work and your team. This is an opportunity to both contribute meaningfully and gain new experience and skills. Currently studying business, events management, project management or a related field in a post secondary program with minimum 2 years of study completed Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (French language skills an asset). Experience with creation of supporting content and materials. Love taking initiative, are resourceful and highly organized. Familiar with Raiser’s Edge and/or the willingness to learn a new CRM software. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative suite. Access to high-speed internet (a laptop or workstation will be provided for the internship period). Self-starter, resourceful, initiative-taker. Excellent organization and time management skills. WHAT WE OFFER: Collaborative, dynamic, and passionate work environment, with colleagues who are driven and motivated for this community. A company culture rooted in empathy, accountability, collaboration, and innovation. Flexible working schedule Remote and hybrid work model offered Please submit your resume and cover letter directly through LinkedIn Cystic Fibrosis Canada thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Cystic Fibrosis Canada is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to culture, ethnicity, race, color, religion, beliefs, gender, gender identify or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at all stages of the hiring process. For additional information on our values (empathy, accountability, collaboration, and innovation), Cystic Fibrosis Canada and the courageous fight being waged against this disease, please visit www.cysticfibrosis.ca