Fundraising & Communications Specialist

Downtown Eastside Women s Centre; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,967 - 79,155; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental

Vision coverage

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Vacation time (3 weeks + 4 weeks after

Statutory holidays

Sick days

Municipal Pension Plan

Compressed work schedule

Employee loan program

Staff development days

Job summary

The Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC) in Vancouver seeks a Fundraising & Communications Specialist to lead the fund development strategy and grow donor engagement for services and programs. Reporting to the Director, Fund Development & Communications, you will collaborate with the Fundraiser Committee to strengthen DEWC’s fundraising and marketing efforts from a feminist, anti-oppression perspective.

Candidates should have 2+ years of related fundraising experience, excellent

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of fundraising experience.
• Able to promote and articulate the mission and values of DEWC.
• Knowledge of issues affecting women in the DTES (violence, mental health, homelessness, addictions).
• Knowledge of social media platforms and IT proficiency.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills including record keeping and scheduling.
• First Aid Certification obtained or to be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Develop and carry out DEWC's fund development strategy.
• Identify and pursue fundraising opportunities to support services, programs and projects.
• Collaborate with the Fund Development Team and Director, Fund Development & Communications.
• Work from a feminist and anti-oppression framework.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Donor engagement

Event planning

Non-profit fundraising

IT proficiency

Social media

Report writing

First Aid Certification

Job description

$70,967.00 To $79,155.50 Annually

About DEWC

The Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC) exists to support and empower women and children, living in extreme poverty in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, who are particularly vulnerable to violence, exploitation, injustice and injury. Through low barrier Drop-In Centers and Emergency Shelters, DEWC provides basic need services, programs, and specialized supports to over 700 women and children daily to help them survive the conditions that surround them. See website (www.dewc.ca) for details on our mission and mandate as well as programs and services.

The Opportunity

The Fundraising & Communications Specialist will work with the Fund Development Team to develop and carry out DEWC fund development strategy. She will ensure fundraising strategies pursue opportunities to support the services, programs and project work and reflect the mission and statement of principles of society. Reporting directly to the Director, Fund Development & Communications, the Fundraising & Communications Specialist will work closely with the Fundraiser Committee to lay the groundwork for improved fundraising and marketing of DEWC. She will work from a feminist perspective and within an anti-oppression framework.

About You

• You have at least 2 years related fundraising experience including donor engagement, event planning, and implementing fundraising strategies within a non-profit environment.
• You can promote and articulate the mission, mandate, philosophy, and values of DEWC.
• You are knowledgeable of the issues impacting women in the DTES, including gender-based violence, mental health, homelessness, and addictions.
• Must have knowledge of and aptitude for social media platforms and be IT proficient.
• Excellent communicator including report writing.
• Efficient organizational skills including record keeping, scheduling, and problem‑solving abilities.
• You have or will obtain First Aid Certification.

Benefits of Joining the DEWC Team

Healthcare: Extended health & dental coverage including vision; prescription medications; alternative therapies; EAP; life insurance; and long‑term disability.

Paid time off: 3 weeks paid vacation in the 1 st year, 4 weeks after 1 year; 12 paid statutory holidays; 12 paid sick days annually; and access to time off to handle family or personal situations.

For Retirement: Enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution from DEWC.

Other perks: Compressed work schedule; employee loan program; regular staff development days; and DEWC employees are considered first for any open positions.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Permanent– Full-time, 9-day fortnight schedule
• Excluded position -Salaried - $70,967.00 to $79,155.50 depending on experience
• Posting Closing Date: August 6 th , 2026Start Date: ASAP

Indigenous women and women of colour are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional languages spoken an asset.

While we thank all applicants for their interests, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.