Fund Development and Communications Coordinator

Pacifica Housing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fund Development and Communications Coordinator to enhance their fundraising and communication efforts. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with senior leadership to implement innovative strategies that align with the organization's mission. Your contributions will help engage the community and strengthen donor relationships while promoting a culture of social justice and support. Join a mission-driven team that values authenticity and leadership, offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

BCGEU Pension Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Time

Training Opportunities

Dog-Friendly Offices

Team Events

Minimum 6% Vacation Accrual

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in an administrative role focusing on communications or fundraising.
• Experience engaging with diverse populations, including marginalized groups.
• Project initiation and coordination experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in researching grant opportunities and drafting communications.
• Implement strategic communication plans and develop social media content.
• Support event planning and community engagement activities.

Skills

Written and Oral Communication

Community Engagement

Event Planning

Research and Reporting

Time Management

Stakeholder Management

Digital Content Creation

Project Coordination

Education

Diploma in Marketing

Certification in Communications

Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM Software

Adobe Suite

WordPress

Job description

Position: Fund Development and Communications Coordinator

Posting Number: #25-025

Reports to: Fund Development and Communications Manager

Union: BCGEU

Compensation: $27.39-$29.69/hour

Schedule: 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday (75 hours bi-weekly)

Status: Full time, Regular

Posting Closing Date: May 20, 2025 at 4pm

Organizational Focus:

Pacifica Housing has been providing safe and affordable homes for almost 35 years. We are a rapidly growing organization dedicated to meeting the housing and support needs of our community. We are committed to building our team with a culture that supports our people and reinforces our core values of authenticity, leadership, respect, and social justice.

Pacifica is proud to be a Certified Living Wage Employer by The Living Wage for Families Campaign.

Position’s Primary Objectives:

The Fund Development and Communications Coordinator participates in efforts to execute our fund development and communications objectives. This role works with senior leadership on strategic projects and supports the implementation of fundraising, donor engagement, and communication strategies aligned with Pacifica Housing’s mission and goals. The incumbent will work both independently and collaboratively to ensure tasks are completed timely, accurately, and with high quality.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Fund Development and Marketing Support:

• Assist in researching grant opportunities and drafting communications for fundraising and donor stewardship;
• Support the implementation of a donor recognition process;
• Identify partnership and funding opportunities;
• Support social media advertising campaigns;
• Assist in event planning and community engagement;
• Provide administrative support with data collection and reporting.

1. Communications Support:

• Implement strategic communication plans, including internal and resident communication, advocacy, and community profile raising;
• Develop and monitor social media content, including videos, to enhance digital presence;
• Assist with website content creation;
• Collaborate with departments and residents to share impact stories and reports;
• Create internal and external communication materials such as newsletters, blog posts, presentations, and marketing materials;
• Respond to media inquiries, prepare news releases, and handle community feedback;
• Maintain CRM data integrity;
• Create branded materials for social media, newsletters, signage, and events.

3. Perform related duties as required and ensure compliance with organizational policies.

Qualifications (minimum Education and Experience):

Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Education: Diploma or certification in marketing, communications, business administration, fund development, or related field.

Experience:

• 1-2 years in an administrative role focusing on communications or fundraising;
• Project initiation and coordination experience;
• Digital content creation and marketing experience;
• Experience engaging with diverse populations, including marginalized groups;
• Experience collaborating with senior leadership and external stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Community engagement and event planning experience;
• Research, writing, and reporting skills;
• Time management and project coordination abilities;
• High attention to detail;
• Accountability and stakeholder management skills;
• Proficiency with IT and social media platforms (MS Office, CRM, Adobe Suite, WordPress, etc.).

Additional Criteria:

• Flexibility in working hours for project deadlines and events;
• Successful clearance of a Vulnerable Sectors Criminal Record Check required.

Note: While posted externally, internal candidates will receive first consideration.

Benefits:

• Mission-driven environment;
• Competitive salary from a Certified Living Wage Employer;
• Minimum 6% vacation accrual;
• Comprehensive benefits package;
• BCGEU Pension Plan;
• Employee assistance, wellness time, training, team events;
• Dog-friendly offices.

Pacifica Housing is committed to safety and diversity, welcoming contributions from all backgrounds and identities.