Development Coordinator or Director

L’Arche Winnipeg, Inc.; London; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

RRSP with matching after 2 years

Paid vacation time

Job summary

L’Arche London is seeking a Development Coordinator to support its annual fundraising plan, donor engagement, and grant activities. You will manage donor records, craft communications, and coordinate outreach with the Community Leader and team to strengthen financial sustainability.

Responsibilities include campaign support, grant applications, reporting, and community outreach. A post-secondary background in marketing or fundraising with 2+ years in non-profit is preferred.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in marketing, communications, fundraising, or related field with 2+ years experience in non-profit.
• Strong written and verbal communication, editing and proofreading skills.
• Excellent organizational and project coordination abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital communication tools; social media experience.
• Experience with CRM/database systems such as DonorPerfect is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team; manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with donors, partners, and community stakeholders to strengthen engagement.
• Support fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship, communications, and events.
• Manage donor information and reporting to support retention and recognition.
• Lead grant support activities: research opportunities, applications, and reporting.
• Create communications across newsletters, annual reports, social media, and print materials.
• Share the L’Arche story with stories, photos, and impact content.
• Collaborate with campaign committees for outreach and growth initiatives.
• Provide administrative support for fundraising activities and confidentiality.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Editing & proofreading

Organizational & project coordination

Relationship building

Self-motivation & collaboration

Social media content development

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in marketing/communications/fundraising

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

DonorPerfect CRM

Job description

L’Arche London is seeking a dedicated individual to be its Development Coordinator. The person in this role supports the development and implementation of L’Arche London’s annual fundraising plan to strengthen financial sustainability and donor engagement. Duties include managing fundraising initiatives, writing grant applications, managing grant oversight and reporting, managing donor stewardship, creating communications, managing public relations, and performing community outreach. The Development Coordinator reports to the Community Leader.

Location

L’Arche London is a dynamic, diverse, and vibrant community. We have three homes and our Gathering Place in Lambeth. We offer a variety of recreational, therapeutic, vocational, and adult education day and evening programs to Live-In and Live-Out Core Members at the Gathering Place, and other satellite locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with donors, partners, and community stakeholders, ensuring they feel valued, informed, and connected to the mission of L’Arche.
• Support fundraising and donor stewardship through campaigns, events, donor recognition, communications, and ongoing engagement activities.
• Manage donor information and maintain accurate records to support effective donor relations, recognition, and retention.
• Lead grant support activities,,including researching opportunities, preparing applications, and coordinating reporting and follow-up.
• Help create and coordinate engaging communicationsthat share L’Arche London’s mission and impact, including newsletters, annual reports, campaign materials, social media, and other print and digital content.
• Share the L’Arche storyby gathering stories, photos, and other content that communicate the impact of the community and its mission.
• Support community outreach and donor engagement through social media, events, partner relationships, and collaboration with future growth campaign committees.
• Provide strong administrative and organizational support for the community’s fundraising activities.
• Work collaboratively as part of the team,,communicating effectively, maintaining confidentiality, and contributing to a respectful and welcoming community.
• Uphold the Identity and Mission of L’Arche,,including its Charter, policies, traditions, and practices.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in marketing, communications, public relations, fundraising, or a related field, with 2+ years of relevant experience, preferably in the non‑profit sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including editing and proofreading.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, and project coordination skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), digital communication tools, and social media platforms.
• Experience using or learning CRM/database systems (e.g. DonorPerfect).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Commitment to the mission and values of L’Arche.
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required.
• Successful completion of a police record check, including vulnerable sector screening.
• Valid Class G driver's licence in good standing

Other Role Details:

• Full time
• Full Benefits package
• RRSP, and matching after 2 years
• Paid vacation time

We thank all applicants, but only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted. More than one interview may be necessary prior to hiring.