Community Development Manager South Surrey

Canadian Blood Services Stem Cells for Life; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Temporary full-time Community Development Manager for South Surrey. This role involves engaging new donors, organizing information sessions, and collaborating with teams to improve donor experiences. The ideal candidate has a background in marketing or business administration, alongside strong communication, networking, and organizational skills. Enjoy a hybrid work environment with flexible scheduling and various employee benefits, including a pension plan and wellness programs.

Benefits

Payment in lieu of vacation

Annual performance award up to 6%

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Minimum three years experience in management, sales, account management or corporate development.
• Record of success closing opportunities and strong desire to succeed.
• Access to a reliable vehicle and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct information sessions/recruitment presentations based on community research.
• Find and engage with new donors through networking and prospecting.
• Continuously improve donor experience and meet feedback goals.
• Coordinate with Regional Development Manager for recruitment strategies.
• Manage site activities including contacts, floorplans, and inspections.
• Support promotions and campaigns closely with Regional Development Manager.
• Maintain collaborative relationships across the organization.
• Act as a media spokesperson when required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Networking abilities

Research skills

Customer service skills

Creativity

Education

Degree in marketing or business administration

Job description

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on‑site and off‑site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently employees are expected to have an in‑person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

Application Requirements

• Your up‑to‑date resume.
• Job specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary full‑time Community Development Manager – South Surrey to join our dynamic Donor Relations & Field Operations team.

Responsibilities

• Leveraging your research skills you will organize and conduct information sessions / recruitment presentations to specific target groups based on research into the community and its demographics.
• Applying your networking abilities you will be responsible for finding and engaging with new donors through referrals, networking and prospecting.
• Drawing on your customer service skills you will seek ways to continuously improve donor experience as well as meet and surpass feedback goals with the donor centre leadership team.
• Utilizing your collaboration skills you will work closely with your Regional Development Manager to implement recruitment strategies to support donor experience and retention.
• Harnessing your organizational skills you will be accountable for site management activities including contacts, floorplans, capacity inspections and event changes by utilizing established change management processes.
• Employing your creativity you will provide support for promotions, digital content themes and campaigns while working closely with the Regional Development Manager.
• Using your interpersonal skills you will develop and maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with other leaders across the organization and specifically with the Integrated Supply Chain within the Region.
• Drawing on your communication skills you will act as a media spokesperson when required.

Qualifications

• Degree in marketing or business administration is preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in management, sales, account management or corporate development.
• A record of success closing opportunities and a strong desire to succeed.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills; comfortable public speaking to various sizes of audiences.
• Solid background in the successful management and delivery of multifaceted projects.
• Access to a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license is required.

Benefits

• Payment in lieu of vacation.
• Annual performance award up to 6%.
• Payment in lieu of benefits.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• Flexible work schedule is required as events occur during the day, in the evening and on weekends sometimes on short notice.
• Must be physically able to complete job duties which includes: lifting up to 50 lbs, loading/unloading vehicle, setting up venue, long periods of travelling and standing and/or sitting.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

Application Deadline

This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

If this role resonates with you we encourage you to apply by providing your up‑to‑date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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