Help Build a Stronger Future for Seniors Across BC The Jewish Seniors Alliance of British Columbia (JSABC) is a growing nonprofit dedicated to helping seniors age with dignity, connection, purpose and community.

We are seeking an organized, resourceful and experienced Development & Community Engagement Coordinator to join our team. Reporting to the Executive Director, this hands-on position will focus primarily on grant research and writing, funder reporting, fundraising support, event coordination and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Development & Reporting--Primary Focus

- Research and identify grant, foundation and government funding opportunities.
- Write compelling grant applications, proposals and letters of inquiry.
- Manage the grants calendar, deadlines and submission requirements.
- Coordinate information, budgets, outcomes and statistics needed for applications.
- Prepare interim and final funder reports and donor updates demonstrating how funds were used and the impact achieved.
- Maintain strong relationships and follow-up with funders.
- Manage the donor thank-you program.

Fundraising & Community Engagement

- Coordinate and lead JSABC events, educational programs and fundraising activities.
- Support event promotion through email, social media, newsletters and community outreach.
- Support donor research, major gifts, annual giving and fundraising campaigns.




- Prepare donor and funder briefing materials and stewardship communications.
- Build relationships with community organizations, seniors' groups, faith communities and other partners.

Communications & Administration

- Develop promotional and fundraising content for traditional and electronic advertising.
- Gather stories, testimonials and impact information.
- Maintain organized grant, donor and development records.
- Provide administrative and project support to the Executive Director and others.

Qualifications

Required:

- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in development, fundraising or nonprofit resource development.
- Solid experience in grant research, writing, proposal development and funder reporting.
- Excellent writing, research, editing and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong relationship-building skills.
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, social media, and marketing.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small, collaborative team.
- Genuine interest in improving the lives of seniors and strengthening community.

Assets: Experience with nonprofit events, donor fundraising, CRM/database systems, email marketing/social media, Canva, and foundation or government funding.

📌 Development & Community Engagement Manager (Vancouver)
🏢 The Jewish Seniors Alliance of British Columbia
📍 Vancouver