Family & Children’s Services of the Waterloo Region is a community organization legally mandated to respond to and work together with families, their supports, and our communities to protect and care for children who have been abused or neglected, or who are at risk of being abused or neglected.As a key element of the Child Welfare system, Family and Children’s Services Foundation helps generate critical financial resources that enable community-based organizations to support families healing from trauma, and to address the causes of harm.Our Agency is fully committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that supports employees to be authentic and fully engage in shaping a healthy workplace and community where children, youth and families thrive.Why work for us?Casual dress codeEmployee and Family Assistance PlanGenerous vacation policyTwo float days per calendar yearOMERS Pension, with employer and employee sharing premiums equallyTo continue to support the work that we do, the Foundation is looking for a full-timeEvents and Special Projects Associateto join our team to fill an existing vacancy. This is a hybrid role.This role leads the coordination and delivery of the Foundation’s signature events and special projects to support fundraising and strengthen community engagement. Working closely with the Foundation team, the position supports corporate and community giving initiatives, provides leadership to volunteers, and contributes to the implementation of the Foundation’s fundraising strategy while ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and values.Knowledge, Skills,



and QualificationsRelevant post‑secondary education (professional designation an asset)Minimum of two years’ experience in project management and fundraising.Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills with the ability to engage donors.Excellent organization, initiative, planning and administrative skills with the ability to identify and manage multiple priorities.Excellent project management, event planning and fundraising skills and experience, including promotions strategy, analysis, and reporting on each event.Goal oriented, results driven with a proven ability to meet or exceed fundraising targets.Proficiency in Microsoft Suite required.Database management and electronic communication platforms (data entry, data maintenance, query, and database administration skills)Sound judgment and problem‑solving skills are essential.Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently.Willingness and ability to occasionally travel locally and regionally.Access to reliable personal transportation and be approved by insurance carrier to drive personal vehicle.Knowledge of and/or experience in the Waterloo Region preferred.Ability to work flexible hours as required.Employment at Family & Children’s Services of the Waterloo Region is conditional upon the verification of credentials and employment, a satisfactory police check, and a satisfactory Child Welfare check.Salary Range$72,763.11 - $92,575.00 per annum (Management & Excluded,



Grade 5)Hours of Work34 hours per weekApplication ProcessInterested internal applicants are invited to submit a resume to [email protected], no later than 4:00pm on June 12, 2026, quoting posting #014-2026.Interested external applicants are invited to submit a resume to [email protected], no later than 4:00 pm on June 12, 2026, quoting posting #014-2026.Diversity, Equity, and InclusionFamily & Children’s Services is committed to a diverse, inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from Indigenous and Racialized people, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, and people with disabilities to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. If you feel comfortable making it known, you may choose to self‑identify as member of a designated group. Any information directly related to you is kept confidential and used in a protected manner to inform our recruitment process towards being an equal opportunity employer.Accommodation at Family & Children’s Services of the Waterloo RegionWe are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department at (phone hidden) or [email protected]. Human Resources will work with the applicant and the interview committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process, which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Events And Special Projects Associate - C$72,763.1 - C$92,575 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Family and Children's Services of the Waterloo Region
📍 Winnipeg