Company Overview

UNITI Partner - The Semiahmoo Foundation, a non-profit organization located in South Surrey/White Rock, is dedicated to providing high-quality community-based services for people with developmental disabilities.

Purpose of the Role

The Philanthropy & Events Coordinator is a hands-on fundraising, events, and marketing role that supports the day-to-day philanthropic work of The Semiahmoo Foundation. Working closely with the Executive Director and the Foundation team, the position coordinates community fundraising, donor engagement, sponsorships, events, grant-related activities, marketing, and communications that advance the Foundation’s mission and strategic priorities.

The role builds and sustains relationships with donors, volunteers, businesses, sponsors, community partners, and UNITI programs. It combines strong project coordination with practical content creation, brand stewardship, and detailed follow-through to grow awareness, participation, and financial support for the Foundation.

Qualifications

- Diploma or degree from a recognized university or college in fundraising, marketing, communications, event management, community development, business, public relations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
- One to three years of related experience in a nonprofit, charitable, fundraising, marketing, communications, event, sponsorship, or community-based workplace;
- Experience coordinating events, campaigns, donor or community communications, sponsorship activities, or multiple deadline-driven projects;
- Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills in English, with the ability to communicate in a warm, clear, accurate, and audience-appropriate manner;
- Practical marketing and content creation skills,



including digital communications, social media, email campaigns, visual materials, storytelling, proofreading, and brand consistency;
- Excellent organization, attention to detail, initiative, follow-through, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills;
- Ability to work independently, take ownership, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate effectively in a small team where priorities may shift;
- Comfort engaging donors, volunteers, sponsors, businesses, suppliers, and community partners by phone, email, online, and in person;
- Familiarity with donor or customer relationship management databases, online fundraising platforms, email marketing tools, websites, and basic analytics;
- Solid computer and social media skills, including Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Canva, and CRM systems;
- Knowledge of South Surrey and White Rock and the local nonprofit and business community is an asset;
- Experience with grant research, grant applications, sponsorship proposals, photography, media relations, or website content management is an asset;
- A strong commitment to inclusion and to protecting and respecting the rights of people with developmental disabilities and others who experience barriers or discrimination;
- Class 5 driver’s license, acceptable driving record, business-use automobile insurance, and daily access to a reliable vehicle suitable for work-related travel within the Lower Mainland of British Columbia;
- A satisfactory and current Criminal Record Check; and
- A strong desire to contribute as part of the staff team of UNITI partners.

Please see the full job posting with description on the UNITI company website: https://www.uniti4all.com/careers

Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

📌 Philanthropy & Events Coordinator (Surrey)
🏢 Semiahmoo House Society
📍 Surrey