Development - Canada Summer Jobs

Employment Status

Full time Temporary

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We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca

Location

544 Columbia Street, New Westminster, B.C., V3L 1B1

Salary

$ 19.85 per hour

Position Summary

Key duties and primary responsibilities are related to external communications that include website management, social media, and responding to media requests. It’s critical that guests and referring sources have accurate and up-to-date information regarding services like extreme weather, emergency, temporary and year-round shelters and outreach programs. Other duties include supporting development activities such as proposal and grant writing to address gaps in programs or to further support programs with minimal budgets or to expand wrap around services; special event organization including site openings, public announcements with funders, and funder/municipal requested site tours; and donor and volunteer relations. The Development Associate must understand and enforce Lookout’s rules of confidentiality. 

Qualification & Requirement

•    Post-secondary degree or diploma in communications and/or a minimum of three-year work or educational experience in a similar field. 
•    Must have vulnerable sector criminal records clearance. Must be bondable. 
•    Current Class 5 driver’s license required.

Skills and Abilities
i.    Strong ability to manage the latest digital information technology systems, including websites and social media (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn); background or interest in photography is a definite asset
ii.    Excellent oral and written communications and presentation skills that include research,  editing and proofing
iii.    Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships in a diverse environment
iv.    Excellent organizational and time management skills 
v.    Ability to analyze and resolve problems with tact, discretion and good judgment
vi.    Ability to work within a collaborative team environment 
vii.    Demonstrated ability to operate office equipment with an excellent computer proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.), Wordpress, Canva and Microsoft Office programs  
viii.    Use of vehicle may be required

Job Duties

1.    Provides communications to:
•    Research, write and post content on Lookout’s website, social media platforms, blogs and newsletter(s) related to programming for education and awareness
•    Track social media and news stories pertaining to Lookout programs through analytical tools such as Google Analytics 
•    Create, edit and publish photographs and other graphics as requested 
•    Understand and enforce guest confidentiality rules in outgoing communications
•    Research, compile and format content for Lookout’s external newsletter 
•    Draft, coordinate, edit, and produce media talking points, speeches, and presentations 
•    Write, distribute, and follow up on press releases and event calendar listings
•    Implement specific strategies related to media relations
•    Coordinate, liaise, and converse with media during fundraising events and public programs
•    Research, design, and produce informational and promotional materials including print, electronic and video
•    Report to and receive direction from the Development Manager on details related to any of these tasks
2.    Assists the Development Manager to:
•    Identify, cultivate and solicit partnerships and donations
•    Support and raise awareness about Lookout at community, third party and sponsorship events
•    Assist in planning and implementing media strategies for events and activities 
•    Write, proof read and review grant and proposal, letters of intents, requests for proposals, and funding applications
•    Assist in the organization of fundraising campaigns
•    Maintain a current knowledge of Lookout services, programs, and best practices 
•    Comply with all Government and Society policies and procedures

•    Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program

•     Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted
•    Perform other related duties as assigned

Closing Date

Applications will be accepted until May 21, 2025 at 5:00 pm
Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from different races, gender, age, religion, identities and unique experiences. We welcome everyone from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply in order to foster an inclusive environment.

 Internal applicants must apply through "Career Opportunities" on SAP External applicants will be reviewed after Internal.

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WELCOME TO APPLY. THOSE SHORT-LISTED WILL BE CONTACTED.