ABOUT FVCDC:

The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre (FVCDC) is a community-based organization providing innovative, strength-based, family centred services to children and youth with diverse abilities and their families. Our work focuses on child and youth development – supporting, advocating, and empowering children, youth and families. We also play a leadership role in creating healthier, more inclusive communities. Services are delivered in a culture of excellence, diversity, and respect, with a focus on positive outcomes for each young person, family, our staff, and our community. We believe in “Helping Kids Shine.”

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Communications Specialist supports the FVCDC’s leadership in the areas of communications and public relations. This includes the development, implementation and monitoring of communications and engagement programs and working with the CEO to create awareness and promote the FVCDC’s profile and mission. This role is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills to help children and youth with diverse abilities shine!
Department: Management Support
Employment Type: Permanent, Part-time, (0.6-0.8 FTE)

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• University degree or diploma in communications, marketing, or public relations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven ability to craft and implement communications and engagement initiatives for donors, members, staff, and volunteers, in a not-for-profit environment.
• Strong writing, storytelling, and editing skills with attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, time management, and relationship skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to encourage and engage community members, volunteers, donors and staff.
• Passionate about children, youth and families and supporting persons with disabilities.
• Experience completing social media campaigns and website updates is an asset.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Canva preferred.

Communications

• Develop, implement and monitor donor, member and volunteer communications and engagement programs including newsletters, the FVCDC’s website, and social media.
• Develop a strong understanding of the organization’s work by connecting with staff, families and others involved with the FVCDC.
• Create compelling content, including stories, reports and videos highlighting the daily work and impact of staff and the organization.
• Coordinate media relations, including press releases, fielding media inquiries, and building relationships with journalists.
• Prepare crisis and issues management communications where relevant.
• Collaborate with the Digital Marketing Consultant on social media strategy and tactics to maximize impact.
• Collaborate with the Director of Philanthropy and CEO on fund development communications and engagement, including for events, grants, and campaigns.
• Ensure the organization’s website is current and reflects the FVCDC’s mission, brand, services, and impact.

Public Relations

• Work with the CEO to create awareness, educate, inform, and promote a strong positive profile of the FVCDC both internally and externally and promote the FVCDC’s mission in the community.
• Coordinate outreach materials and promote the FVCDC at community events.