Donor Relations & Community Engagement Officer

Meadowridge School; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health & Dental

RRSP Matching

Employee & Family Assistance

Wellness Allowance

Fitness Centre Access

Forest & Trails Access

Staff Socials & Lunches

Job summary

Meadowridge School is seeking a Development & Community Relations Officer to lead fundraising initiatives, cultivate donor relationships, and drive community engagement in Maple Ridge. The role requires strong Mandarin-English communication, data management in Raiser's Edge, and collaboration with school leadership.

Responsibilities include managing a donor portfolio, developing proposals, coordinating events, and supporting the New Family Onboarding and community enrichment programs.

Qualifications

• Proven success in building, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships.
• fluency in Mandarin and English is required
• University degree in a related field or equivalent fundraising experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising initiatives for Major Gifts, campaigns and events.
• Manage a portfolio of donors, conduct face-to-face meetings, and coordinate with senior staff.
• Develop engagement strategies, secure sponsors, and oversee community programs.
• Enter prospect/donor data in Raiser's Edge and maintain accurate records.
• Support translation between Mandarin and school communications.
• Travel for a minimum of two consecutive weeks for outreach in China and related activities.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in fundraising

CFRE designation preferred

Tools

Blackbaud Raiser's Edge

MS Office

Job description

Meadowridge School is seeking a Development & Community Relations Officer to lead fundraising initiatives, cultivate donor relationships, and drive community engagement in Maple Ridge. The role requires strong Mandarin-English communication, data management in Raiser's Edge, and collaboration with school leadership.

Responsibilities include managing a donor portfolio, developing proposals, coordinating events, and supporting the New Family Onboarding and community enrichment programs.