Fundraising Events Coordinator

Position Title

Fundraising Events Coordinator

Program

Christie Lake Kids Camp

Reports To

Director, Fundraising and Communications

Contract Length

Maternity Leave Position, 1 year contract March 2025-March 2026

Salary

$45,000 - $54,900

Organizational Background

Christie Lake Kids is a charitable organization that has been serving children and youth living in low income households in the Ottawa area since 1922. Christie Lake Kids provides year round services to children and youth through an excellent camp experience and strategically located city recreational opportunities through the STAR (Skills Through Arts and Recreation) city program. Our mandate is to provide high quality recreation opportunities that help children and youth build the skills necessary for developing long term resiliency.

Christie Lake Kids is an organization committed to reflecting the communities we serve, and we are deeply committed to equity in employment opportunities. Part of our commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce means that we encourage and will prioritize applications from those who have been equity-denied, including Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized people, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+, etc.

Job Summary

The Fundraising Events Coordinator is responsible for the administration and coordination of signature CLK events designed to sustain and grow CLK’s fundraising revenue. This includes helping to increase visibility through CLK’s communications channels. Therefore, the Fundraising Events Coordinator is also responsible for coordinating the organizations’ online presence, including social media, website and electronic messaging as determined by the Director, Fundraising and Communications.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Event Administration and Coordination:

  • Responsible for the preparation, planning and execution of all components of CLK’s signature fundraising events
  • Responsible for the delivery and execution of on-site coordination to ensure the success of each event
  • In collaboration with the Director, Fundraising and Communications, develop and implement a yearly work plan and complementary budget that supports CLK’s event strategies
  • With the Volunteer Coordinator, determine volunteer needs per event; prepare and train an event-specific volunteer team to support various work tasks associated with event preparation and performance
  • Manage ongoing communication to steward confirmed sponsors, volunteers, and event participants
  • Provide support to signature event committees and attend related meetings in person or online
  • Identify opportunities for and aid in the coordination of third-party events as needed

2. Online Communications

  • Support CLK’s online presence via the official website, and through CLK’s social media and other channels as identified by the Director, Fundraising and Communications
  • Work in concert with CLK staff to ensure that the impact of programs and activities are visible through all of CLK’s social media channels
  • Coordinate online communications related to events, fundraising opportunities and Committee priorities (e.g. corporate EDI mandate)
  • Aid in preparation of the electronic newsletter, social media graphics and web content as needed (with input from the CLK team)

3. Other Duties

  • Update Excel spreadsheets for fundraising and sponsorship tracking, as needed
  • Utilize fundraising software for tracking and processing donations and to assist with donor stewardship
  • Coordinate and implement other special events as required throughout the year (including donor recognition or other organizational events)
  • Participation in CLK’s city program events as needed (camp weekends, STAR program celebrations, etc.)
  • Perform other duties related to the position as assigned.

What we Provide

The pay range for this position is $45,000 – $54,900 and will be determined based on experience. We offer hybrid work options, flexible hours, and a competitive vacation and benefits package, but it’s our mission that unites and inspires our team.

How to apply

CVs should be accompanied by a cover letter explaining what you can bring to this role. Please send your application to Natalie Benson, Director of Fundraising and Communications (Nbenson@christielakekids.com) before, Friday, February 14th at midnight. We will contact only those who will be invited for an interview, and wish to thank you in advance for expressing an interest in this role.

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