VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Philanthropy & Community Engagement Assistant

Philanthropy & Community Engagement Assistant focuses on assisting with donor stewardship, including preparing thank-you letters and campaign updates.

What the role involves

• Assisting with donor stewardship, including preparing thank-you letters and campaign updates.
• Conduct research to support engagement strategies.
• Supporting fundraising initiatives, including tribute-giving and annual campaigns.
• Schedule engaging social media posts.
• Supporting updates to the JFS website and newsletters.
• Assisting with planning and delivering community and volunteer events.

Skills and requirements

• Able to work during daytime hours at our office location in central Vancouver.
• Comfortable using social media and basic digital tools.
• Comfortable using email platforms (e.g., Mailchimp) or websites (e.g., WordPress).
• Familiarity with donor databases (e.g., Raiser’s Edge).

Confirmed role details

• Commitment: 10–15 hours per week (flexible).
• For over 88 years, Jewish Family Services (JFS) has been enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families across the Lower Mainland.
• Guided by our values—welcoming everyone, honouring each journey, treating people with dignity and respect, and caring deeply—we provide essential services that support social, phys.

Additional role context

• Jewish Family Services is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Philanthropy & Community Engagement Assistant (Volunteer) to support our fundraising, communications, and community.