Overview The Marketing and Communications Managerrole is a full-time contract position. It is preferably a hybrid position located in Mississauga, Ontario, but remote may be considered.This posting is for an existing position, with an anticipated start date of November 2026. This is a temporary maternity leave replacement position, expected to be a minimum of 12 months.
At ERDO, marketing is more than promotion. It is storytelling that inspires generosity, builds meaningful relationships, and helps transform lives around the world.
We are seeking an experienced, creative, and strategic Marketing & Communications Manager to lead our marketing and communications efforts during a maternity leave contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented communications professional who wants their work to contribute to poverty reduction, crisis response, child sponsorship, and community development initiatives in more than 30 countries.
Reporting to the Director of Resource Development, you will shape ERDO's brand, lead impactful campaigns, oversee digital communications, and help connect supporters with stories of hope and transformation.
If you are an exceptional writer, a collaborative leader, a digital marketing strategist, and someone who is passionate about using communications to create positive change, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities Lead Strategic Marketing and Communications
You will drive the planning and execution of integrated communications that strengthen donor engagement, increase awareness of ERDO's work, and inspire support for our programs.
Key areas of responsibility include:
Leading annual fundraising and engagement campaigns, including Giving Tuesday and the Christmas Gift Catalogue
Developing compelling content for donors, churches, sponsors, and ministry partners
Shaping consistent messaging and brand standards across all channels
Writing high-impact stories, newsletters, proposals, donor reports, presentations, video scripts, and digital campaigns
Managing ERDO's communications calendar and helping identify new opportunities to reach and engage supporters
Strengthen Our Digital Presence




You will serve as ERDO's subject matter expert for our digital platforms and donor experience.
This includes:
Managing website content and campaign landing pages
Overseeing online donation forms and supporter journeys
Working with platforms such as WordPress, Luminate Online, and our Digital Asset Management system
Monitoring and improving digital performance through Google Analytics 4
Identifying opportunities to optimize engagement, usability, and conversion
Lead and Collaborate
You will provide leadership and support to the Digital Communications Officer while working closely with colleagues across Resource Development, Programs, Executive Leadership, the PAOC, and external partners.
You will also:
Coordinate communication priorities across departments
Partner with program staff to share timely and impactful stories from the field
Work with designers, videographers, writers, translators, and production vendors
Ensure the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and brand consistency
Qualifications Core Competencies:
Strong written and oral English communication skills
Accomplished writer and editor who can create transparent, compelling content for print and digital audiences
Ability to communicate effectively with church and donor audiences
Proficient in Microsoft 365, working knowledge of Adobe applications, and experience with WordPress, Luminate Online or comparable platforms
Experience with HTML code
Strong leadership and collaboration skills with sound judgement
Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail
Ability to make quality decisions within the scope of authority
Ability to take initiative and manage competing priorities
Ability to develop and implement improvements in work processes
Ability to manage tight deadlines,



unpredictable circumstances, and occasionally hectic work environments
Experience working effectively in a team environment
Excellent interpersonal skills to enable good working relationships with all areas of the organization
Ability and willingness for international travel; travel to program locations may be required
Commitment to the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of ERDO
Experience:
At least 5 years of progressive marketing and communications experience
University degree in a relevant field
Why Choose ERDO? Established in 1983, ERDO is the humanitarian agency of the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada. Our mission is to passionately respond to the practical needs of people living in poverty and crisis around the world. Our vision is to seek Christ-motivated community and individual transformation by meeting basic human needs and fostering social, economic and spiritual potential. We do our work and seek to honour God through our core values: Integrity, Excellence, Dignity, Collaboration, Compassion and Gratitude. With over 40 years of development experience, ERDO serves children and their families in more than 30 developing countries through community development, crisis response and child sponsorship. We are also recognized by Charity Intelligence as one of the "Top 100 Rated Charities in Canada."
As an employer, we provide the following:
Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience which includes salary (range $64K to $72K) and paid vacation
10 Paid Personal Emergency Leave days per year
5 Paid Flex days per year
Flexible work arrangements
Professional learning and development opportunities
Weekly chapel services
ERDO strives for an inclusive recruitment process; and welcomes and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
ERDO – 2450 Milltower Court, Mississauga ON L5N 5Z6 – www.erdo.ca

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📌 Marketing and Communications Manager (Ontario)
🏢 ERDO
📍 Ontario