Graphic Design and Digital Communications Specialist

Kidsability; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

RRSP matching

Generous vacation package

Paid personal leave days

Job summary

KidsAbility Foundation is seeking a part-time Graphic Design and Digital Communications Specialist to lead the creation of compelling visuals and digital content for fundraising, donor engagement, events, and community outreach. You will craft campaigns, reports, videos, and social media assets to elevate impact and connection with supporters.

Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, you will drive brand consistency, manage website content, and analyze engagement metrics while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Marketing and Communications, or related field.
• 1–3 years in graphic design, digital communications or marketing in non-profit preferred.
• Proficient in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite; experienced with social platforms.
• Video content creation and website management experience is desirable.
• Strong analytics, SEO and accessibility knowledge (AODA) are valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation of visual and digital experiences for fundraising and donor engagement.
• Develop campaigns, event materials, reports, and multimedia storytelling assets.
• Produce video content and manage social media campaigns to elevate impact.
• Coordinate website administration, email campaigns, and digital advertising.
• Monitor analytics and optimize content for accessibility and inclusion.

Skills

Graphic design

Digital communications

Marketing

Education

Graphic Design or related degree

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Hootsuite

WordPress

Social platforms

Job description

Graphic Design and Digital Communications Specialist

Part-Time (30 hours per week), Permanent

Site: Waterloo (serving Waterloo Region and Guelph/Wellington)

Annual Salary: $40,000 - $45,000 based on 30 hours per week

KidsAbility Foundation inspires philanthropic support to create possibilities for children, youth, and families served by KidsAbility Centre for Child Development. Through donor engagement, community partnerships, and storytelling, the Foundation fuels innovation and research to advance pediatric care that helps kids thrive earlier in their journey.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work model based in Waterloo with some local travel required for donor meetings and flexibility to attend occasional evening and weekend events
• Competitive benefits including an optional matching Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) program, generous vacation package, and paid personal leave days
• Collaborative, supportive, and mission-focused workplace

The Opportunity

Are you a creative visual storyteller with a passion for using design to inspire action and make a meaningful difference? KidsAbility Foundation is seeking a talented Graphic Design and Digital Communications Specialist to lead the creation of compelling and engaging visual and digital experiences that elevate fundraising, donor engagement, events, and community outreach initiatives.

Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, you will play a key role in shaping how KidsAbility Foundation connects with donors, supporters, and the broader community. As the Foundation’s lead creative professional, you will bring our stories to life through exceptional graphic design, digital content creation, video production, social media campaigns and multimedia storytelling that inspires engagement and drives impact.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing creative assets that strengthen the Foundation’s brand and advance fundraising and engagement objectives. From designing fundraising campaigns, event marketing materials, donor impact reports, and print publications to videos, digital advertising, email campaigns and social medial content, you will create visually compelling communications that resonate with diverse audiences and build meaningful connections.

As a member of the KidsAbility Foundation team, you will coordinate and optimize our digital presence through content development and website administration. Combining creativity with strategic insight, you will leverage expertise in graphic design, social media management, search engine optimization (SEO), and analytics to drive measurable results.

This is an opportunity to use your creative talents to make a lasting impact. Your work will help build awareness, inspire generosity, strengthen donor and community relationships, and support initiatives that help children and youth reach their full potential.

What You Bring

• Diploma or degree in Graphic Design, Marketing and Communications, Visual Communications, Digital Media, or a related field
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in graphic design, digital communications, marketing or related roles, preferably in a non-profit or purpose-driven organization
• Strong proficiency and demonstrated experience in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro or similar), Hootsuite, WordPress, and social platforms
• Experience creating and editing video content for digital platforms and managing websites, designing for email marketing platforms, intranet, and social media management tools
• Experience monitoring and interpreting digital analytics
• Understanding of accessibility and inclusive design principles (AODA compliance) for web, video, and social media
• Ability to collaboratively monitor social media channels and provide event-related coverage outside of standard business hours (evenings/weekends as needed) on a scheduled or rotational basis
• Strong visual storyteller with a high attention to detail
• Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Confident working in a hands-on, execution-focused role
• Adaptable, and ready to work collaboratively with a small but mighty team
• Mission and values-driven and committed to ethical, donor-centred communications
• Some travel is required
• The ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends on an infrequent basis

Our Commitment

KidsAbility Foundation is committed to ethical, donor-centered fundraising practices and to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment for staff, donors, and the community. We strive to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should any applicant require accommodation please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are the core values of KidsAbility. We are a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas that benefit our clients and the community. It is the policy of KidsAbility to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from visible minority groups, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information or any other ground protected by applicable law.

Please note that all prospective KidsAbility employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full and ongoing COVID-19 vaccination, as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment. We will make accommodations as directed by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and the Chief Medical Officer of Health.