Job Board > Development Associate - Lookout Housing and Health Society
Position: Development Associate
Deadline: January 10, 2025
Posted: December 17, 2024
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Job Description / Duties
Employment Status
Part Time Permanent
Lookout Housing and Health Society a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults, with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support options. As the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. We believe that helping people help themselves is essential in addressing homelessness and all the issues that surround it. Securing appropriate housing is the first and most essential step in achieving responsible independent for individuals. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca
Location
544 Columbia Street, New Westminster, B.C., V3L 1B1
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. Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program.
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
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
Track social media and news stories pertaining to Lookout programs through analytical tools such as Google Analytics 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, proofread and review grants and proposals, 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
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications / Required Skills
Qualification & Requirement
Post-secondary degree or diploma in communications, other humanities subjects or social sciences and/or a minimum of 3 years of work or educational experience in a similar field.
Must have vulnerable sector criminal records clearance. Must be bondable. Must have 2 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Current Class 5 driver’s license is preferred.
Skills and Abilities
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
Excellent oral and written communications and presentation skills that include research, editing and proofing
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships in a diverse environment
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to analyze and resolve problems with tact, discretion and good judgment
Ability to work within a collaborative team environment
Demonstrated ability to operate office equipment with excellent computer proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.), Wordpress, Canva and Microsoft Office programs
Use of vehicle may be required
Additional Information
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.
Salary: $24.50 - $25.91 per hour
Contact Information
Closing Date
Applications will be accepted until January 10, 2025 at 5:00pm
TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter and resume to: https://careers.lookoutsociety.ca/job-invite/1696/
**Employees of Lookout Housing and Health Society must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on SAP. **