Philantrophy Coordinator - Donor Engagement & Stewardship

Philantrophy Coordinator – Donor Engagement & Stewardship
About the RoleThe Philantrophy Coordinator – Donor Engagement & Stewardship plays a key role in building and maintaining meaningful relationships with donors and supporters. This position is focused on enhancing donor experience through engagement, stewardship initiatives, and relationship-based communications that strengthen long-term commitment to the organization’s mission.
This is a relationship-centered role that collaborates closely with internal teams while maintaining a clear distinction from donation processing functions.
Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors and partners
• Lead donor stewardship activities, recognition, and engagement strategies
• Coordinate donor communications, including impact updates and campaign messaging
• Support engagement-driven fundraising campaigns and events (e.g., Giving Tuesday)
• Manage donor engagement tracking and reporting through CRM systems
• Prepare briefing materials and support leadership in donor engagement activities
• Monitor donor trends, engagement metrics, and retention strategies

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in donor relations, fundraising, or community engagement
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience with CRM systems (preferred)
• Highly organized with strong project management abilities
• Ability to work in a trauma-informed, culturally safe, and Indigenous-led environment
• Understanding of the impacts of colonialism and Residential Schools is an asset

Term: Full-Time Term PositionLocation: Can work out of one of the following offices - Vancouver, Kamloops, Prince George or ChilliwackSalary: $55,000.00 to $65,000.00 to start and will be dependent on skills and experiences.Benefits: Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Cultural Days, Wellness Days, after 90 days - Employer paid benefits plan and GIA matched savings.Status: Minimum 40-60% in office requirement.Deadline: Until filled with a qualified and aligned candidate.
What We OfferWe believe in providing a supportive and fulfilling work environment for our team members. As the Philantrophy Coordinator - Donor Engagement and Stewardship at IRSSS, you can expect:

• Competitive base salary and full benefits, including dental, health, disability, and life insurance.
• 8 annual personal wellness days and an annual cultural day to honor your well-being and heritage.
• Retirement savings matching, supporting your financial well-being.
• Flexible work arrangements, with the opportunity to spend – 40-60% of your time in our Vancouver offices; this will be based on approval.
• The opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organization making a difference in the lives of Indigenous people.

Come work with us! If you are inspired by our mission and values and feel that you align with this role, we encourage you to take the first step towards making a positive impact and submit an application on the website link ‘Work For Us’ on www.irsss.ca If this opportunity isn't for you but you know someone who would be a perfect fit, please feel free to share this posting with them. We believe that great people recognize great people!
We would love for our successful candidate to be of First Nations ancestry, but we are a proudly diverse organization and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. In accordance with S. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of aboriginal ancestry.