Summary
Description
We are looking for a relationship development professional to join our marketing and communications team. You will help us raise awareness of Effect Hope’s mission among churches and other communities, and embark on a fulfilling journey to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable people affected by neglected tropical diseases like leprosy. You know what it is like to engage individuals and groups in meaningful conversations that inform, inspire and move to shared actions that support mutual goals. You have experience running events and can take an event from idea through to successful completion, including measurement and follow-up.
In this dynamic position, you'll lead the charge in developing and implementing community and church engagement strategies, becoming a dedicated ambassador for Effect Hope's mission to combat neglected tropical diseases. Your enthusiasm, interpersonal skills, results orientation and desire to see mission growth will be key to your success.
About Effect Hope
Effect Hope is a Canadian Christian global health organization. For more than 130 years, we have been partnering with other organizations to strengthen healthcare systems across Africa and Asia. We are Canada’s only global health organization focused exclusively on Neglected Tropical Diseases, including leprosy.
As Christians, we are called to serve people who are affected by disease, disability and discrimination.
Effect Hope has been recognized by Charity Intelligence Canada as a "Top Ten Impact Charity" and a "Top Ten International Impact Charity."
What We Offer
By joining our dynamic team, you will be part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and compassion. We offer a range of benefits including a competitive salary, medical/dental/vision plan, and matching pension plan. Our office is located in Markham with easy access to highways and transit. In this hybrid role, you will experience and enhance community with opportunities to fellowship, pray with your colleagues, and be encouraged in your faith. You will join a Christian organization of experienced and thoughtful leaders committed to investing their time to grow and develop others.
What You Bring to the Role
- A post-secondary education or equivalent combination of education and experience in communications, fundraising or marketing.
- Prior experience in establishing, growing and nurturing new external relationships to accomplish goals.
- Prior experience working for or with a registered charity or non-profit organization.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and public speaking skills; comfortable communicating in small and large group settings.
- Prior experience with event planning and execution
- Flexible to work some evenings and weekends and to travel with own transportation.
- Appreciation of and love for, the Church, its mission and theological underpinning of its calling in relation to the work of organizations like Effect Hope.
- Proven ability to work well independently and collaboratively in your team and with cross-departmental teams.
- Proficient in using all Microsoft Office applications and in engaging with a constituency through their preferred channels including with digital platforms.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects under tight deadlines and work well under pressure.
- Passion for Effect Hope’s calling and mission with the motivation to see our mission accomplished. Willing to commit to Effect Hope’s mission and values.
As noted above, the selected candidate must be willing to commit to our Vision, Mission and values. Effect Hope is a Christian mission with a donor base that is primarily of the Christian faith. Candidates must be comfortable with this position and be willing to work in this environment with a broad range of Christian perspectives.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Please email your resume directly to humanresources@effecthope.org with "Community Engagement Coordinator" in the subject line including a note telling us how our mission inspires you and why this role interests you.
We thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We review applications on an ongoing basis. The position will be held open until a suitable candidate has been found.
